Snapshot of antimicrobial stewardship programs in the hospitals of Pakistan: findings and implications
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DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e02159
Abstract: Objective We are unaware of the extent of antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs) among hospitals in Pakistan, which is a concern given the population size, high use of antibiotics across sectors and increasing antimicrobial resistance (AMR)… read more here.
Keywords: hospitals pakistan; snapshot antimicrobial; stewardship programs; antimicrobial stewardship ... See more keywords
Exploring unintended consequences of adult antimicrobial stewardship programs: An Emerging Infections Network survey.
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DOI: 10.1017/ice.2022.104
Abstract: We performed a survey of adult infectious diseases (ID) physicians to explore unintended consequences of antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASP). ID physicians worried about disagreement with colleagues, provider autonomy, and remote recommendations. Non-ASP ID physicians expressed… read more here.
Keywords: antimicrobial stewardship; exploring unintended; unintended consequences; stewardship programs ... See more keywords
Use of leading practices in US hospital antimicrobial stewardship programs.
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DOI: 10.1017/ice.2022.241
Abstract: Abstract Objective: To determine the proportion of hospitals that implemented 6 leading practices in their antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs). Design: Cross-sectional observational survey. Setting: Acute-care hospitals. Participants: ASP leaders. Methods: Advance letters and electronic questionnaires… read more here.
Keywords: diagnostic testing; stewardship programs; leading practices; antibiotic utilization ... See more keywords
Antimicrobial Stewardship in the ICU.
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DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1740977
Abstract: Increasing rates of infection and multidrug-resistant pathogens, along with a high use of antimicrobial therapy, make the intensive care unit (ICU) an ideal setting for implementing and supporting antimicrobial stewardship efforts. Overuse of antimicrobial agents… read more here.
Keywords: stewardship; stewardship programs; critical care; therapy ... See more keywords
Conceptual framework of antibiotic stewardship programs in reducing ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae: a systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1080/1120009x.2022.2085473
Abstract: Abstract Today, the phenomenon of antibiotic resistance has become one of the main concerns of health system around the world. Antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs) are considered as the most important strategy in optimizing antibiotic consumption,… read more here.
Keywords: stewardship programs; conceptual framework; producing enterobacteriaceae; esbl producing ... See more keywords
Attitude of clinicians towards hospital-based antimicrobial stewardship programs: a multicenter cross-sectional study from Punjab, Pakistan
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DOI: 10.1080/14787210.2019.1647780
Abstract: ABSTRACT Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major threat to global health and antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs) are useful to limit the momentum of AMR. This study was intended to determine the attitudes of clinicians… read more here.
Keywords: towards hospital; cross sectional; hospital; stewardship programs ... See more keywords
Antimicrobial stewardship programs in solid‐organ transplant recipients in Switzerland
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DOI: 10.1111/tid.13902
Abstract: Antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs) are essential for minimizing the emergence of antimicrobial resistance, while improving patient outcomes. The current status of ASP in the field of organ transplantation in Switzerland has not been well characterized. read more here.
Keywords: stewardship programs; programs solid; antimicrobial stewardship; organ transplant ... See more keywords
Antibiotic Stewardship in Premature Infants: A Systematic Review.
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DOI: 10.1159/000511710
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Antibiotic treatment in premature infants is often empirically prescribed, and practice varies widely among otherwise comparable neonatal intensive care units. Unnecessary and prolonged antibiotic treatment is documented in numerous studies. Recent research shows serious… read more here.
Keywords: premature infants; antibiotic stewardship; review; stewardship programs ... See more keywords
Practical Concerns about the Metrics and Methods of Financial Outcome Measurement in Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs
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DOI: 10.30476/ijms.2021.92213.2343
Abstract: Emerging pathogens in the meantime of paucity of new antibiotics discovery, put antimicrobial stewardship in the center of attention, to preserve the existing antimicrobial effect. Implementation of antimicrobial stewardship programs, however, needs approval from healthcare… read more here.
Keywords: antimicrobial stewardship; practical concerns; financial outcome; stewardship programs ... See more keywords
Over-Prescription and Overuse of Antimicrobials in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: The Urgent Need for Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs with Access, Watch, and Reserve Adoption
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DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics11121773
Abstract: Excessive antimicrobial use contributes to the development of antimicrobial resistance. In the Eastern Mediterranean region (EMR), there is dearth of information on the prevalence of antimicrobial use in patients hospitalized in acute healthcare settings, clinical… read more here.
Keywords: eastern mediterranean; stewardship programs; antimicrobial use; antimicrobial stewardship ... See more keywords
Perspectives on Antibiotic Stewardship Programs among Health Care Providers at Two University Hospitals in Egypt
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20053777
Abstract: The perspectives of healthcare professionals on antibiotic stewardship programs (ASPs) should be explored. Any antibiotic stewardship strategy must be individualized based on patient needs, prescription habits, and local resources. The current study aimed to explore… read more here.
Keywords: health; stewardship programs; programs among; care ... See more keywords