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Confronting the problem of increasing antibiotic resistance
1Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, Fla 32224, USA.
Southern Medical Journal
|September 27, 2000
Summary
Antibiotic resistance in human pathogens is increasing globally, driven primarily by antimicrobial use. Addressing this requires healthcare facilities and practitioners to implement practical recommendations to combat rising morbidity, mortality, and costs.
Area of Science:
- Medical Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Antibiotic resistance in common human pathogens shows significant global increases.
- This rise in resistance leads to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare expenses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the primary drivers of increasing antibiotic resistance.
- To propose practical recommendations for healthcare settings to mitigate resistance.
Main Methods:
- Review of factors contributing to antimicrobial resistance in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Analysis of the link between antimicrobial use and resistance prevalence.
Main Results:
- Increasing antimicrobial use is the fundamental cause of antibiotic resistance.
- Other contributing factors exist in both inpatient and outpatient environments.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare facilities and practitioners must adapt and apply recommendations to combat antibiotic resistance.
- Addressing antibiotic resistance is crucial for modern medicine.