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Antimicrobial resistance: an overview.

J Acar1, B Röstel

  • 1Université Pierre et Marie Curie, Service de Microbiologie Médicale, Fondation Hôpital Saint-Joseph, 185 rue Raymond Losserand, 75674 Paris, France.

Revue Scientifique Et Technique (International Office of Epizootics)
|December 6, 2001
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Antimicrobial resistance is a growing public health threat, driven by use in humans and animals. Understanding resistance spread is crucial to mitigate risks from global trade and travel.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Public Health
  • Veterinary Medicine

Background:

  • Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in human pathogens is a significant public health concern.
  • Spread of resistance from healthcare settings to communities exacerbates the threat.
  • Antimicrobial use in any sector, including livestock, can drive bacterial resistance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the scientific background of antimicrobial resistance in human medicine.
  • To identify current knowledge gaps and necessary actions regarding AMR.
  • To explore the contribution of livestock antimicrobial use to AMR.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific data on antimicrobial resistance.
  • Analysis of factors contributing to the selection and dissemination of resistant bacteria.

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  • Examination of international trade and travel impacts on global AMR spread.

    • Main Results:

    • Antimicrobial use in livestock is a suspected significant contributor to AMR in bacteria shared between animals and humans.
    • International travel and trade facilitate the worldwide dissemination of antimicrobial resistance.
    • Risk analysis is essential for developing international standards on antimicrobial resistance.

    Conclusions:

    • Further research is needed on specific conditions driving resistance selection and spread.
    • Global collaboration and risk assessment are vital to combat the rising threat of antimicrobial resistance.
    • Addressing antimicrobial resistance requires a One Health approach, considering human, animal, and environmental factors.