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Antibiotic-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae. Implications for medical practice

E E Wang1, J D Kellner, S Arnold

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, University of Toronto.

Canadian Family Physician Medecin De Famille Canadien
|October 28, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Antibiotic resistance in Streptococcus pneumoniae is rising with increased prescribing. Limiting overprescribing is crucial to control resistance and manage infections effectively.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Antibiotic resistance in Streptococcus pneumoniae is a growing concern.
  • Increased antibiotic prescribing is linked to the rise of resistant strains.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the definition and prevalence of antibiotic-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae.
  • To examine the relationship between antibiotic prescribing and resistance.
  • To assess antibiotic prescribing appropriateness and review treatment guidelines for respiratory tract infections.

Main Methods:

  • Review of primary studies including cross-sectional surveys and case-control studies.
  • Analysis of treatment guidelines based on clinical trials, meta-analyses, and cohort studies.

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Main Results:

  • A concurrent rise in penicillin-resistant S. pneumoniae and antibiotic prescribing was observed.
  • Patients receiving antibiotics in the prior 3 months showed a 2- to 9-fold increase in carriage or invasion by resistant bacteria.
  • Overprescribing of antibiotics for respiratory tract infections is evident from various data sources.
  • Physician-reported parental pressure is a cited reason for overprescribing, though parents report seeking diagnosis and reassurance.

Conclusions:

  • The limited availability and high cost of effective antibiotics for resistant organisms necessitate action.
  • Controlling the increase in antibiotic resistance requires significant reduction in antibiotic overprescribing.