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Practical checklist for implementation of antifungal stewardship programmes.

Anne-Lise Bienvenu^1,2, Patricia Pavese³, Gilles Leboucher¹

¹Service Pharmacie, Groupement Hospitalier Nord, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France.

Journal of Medical Microbiology

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Summary

Antifungal stewardship programmes combat rising antifungal resistance. A new checklist aids healthcare facilities in implementing these vital programs for optimal antifungal use.

Keywords:

antifungal checklist optimal use resistance containment stewardship

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Area of Science:

Infectious Diseases
Clinical Pharmacy
Healthcare Management

Background:

Antifungal resistance is increasing due to antifungal overuse and misuse in healthcare settings.
Existing recommendations provide core elements but lack a practical implementation framework for antifungal stewardship programs.
A need exists for a structured approach to implement effective antifungal stewardship.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a practical checklist for implementing antifungal stewardship programs in healthcare facilities.
To align with global best practices for antifungal stewardship.
To provide a tangible tool for healthcare institutions.

Main Methods:

A national consensus panel of experts in antifungal stewardship was convened.
A preliminary checklist was developed and circulated among experts.
The final checklist was approved by the panel through consensus after discussion and resolution of disagreements.

Main Results:

A comprehensive checklist was established, encompassing key areas for antifungal stewardship.
The checklist includes essential components: leadership support, optimal use strategies, monitoring of prescribing and resistance, and education.
The developed tool provides a structured framework for program implementation.

Conclusions:

The antifungal stewardship checklist facilitates the containment of antifungal resistance.
Implementing this checklist promotes the optimal use of antifungals in healthcare.
Antifungal stewardship activities are crucial for managing resistance and improving patient outcomes.