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  • Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pharmacology

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  • Inadequate antibiotic administration drives antimicrobial resistance through overuse and misuse.
  • Nosocomial environments face increasing challenges from multi-drug-resistant bacterial isolates.
  • Evolving bacterial epidemiology poses a significant threat to infection prevention and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the critical aspects of antibiotic use and prescription.
  • To highlight the challenges posed by antimicrobial resistance in healthcare settings.
  • To outline strategies for combating the rise of resistant bacterial infections.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on antibiotic stewardship and resistance trends.
  • Analysis of bacterial epidemiology in nosocomial settings.
  • Discussion of current and future strategies for antimicrobial resistance management.

Main Results:

  • Overuse and misuse of antibiotics are primary drivers of resistance.
  • Multi-drug-resistant isolates are increasingly prevalent in hospitals.
  • Effective management requires a multi-faceted approach.

Conclusions:

  • Expertise in antibiotic use is crucial.
  • Development of new diagnostic tools and antimicrobials is essential.
  • Continuous surveillance is vital for monitoring and controlling antimicrobial resistance.