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Implications of Antibiotic Resistance for Patients' Recovery From Common Infections in the Community: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Author: ButlerChris C, LeeJoseph J, RobertsNia W, WangKay, van HeckeOliver

ReviewAn article that critically examines existing research on a particular topic and summarizes the current state of knowledge in the field.
Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Meta-AnalysisA statistical technique that integrates the results of multiple studies to draw more general conclusions about a particular issue.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.

Overview

This systematic review assessed the clinical impact of antibiotic resistance in community settings. The review found that antibiotic resistance was significantly associated with clinical response failure in patients with laboratory-confirmed antibiotic-resistant urinary and respiratory-tract infections. This highlights the importance of understanding the impact of antibiotic resistance on patient outcomes and the need for responsible antibiotic use to mitigate this threat.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Antibiotic use is the main driver for carriage of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The perception exists that failure of antibiotic treatment due to antibiotic resistance has little clinical impact in the community. METHODS: We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, PubMed, Cochrane Central Register o...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5850316/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Antibiotic Resistance: A Growing Threat to Patient Recovery

Antibiotic resistance is a major public health concern, threatening the effectiveness of antibiotics in treating infections. This systematic review and meta-analysis investigated the impact of antibiotic resistance on patient recovery from common infections in the community setting. The researchers analyzed data from multiple studies, examining the link between antibiotic resistance and clinical outcomes, such as treatment failure, reconsultation, and symptom duration.

The results of this meta-analysis revealed a significant association between antibiotic resistance and worse clinical outcomes in patients with urinary tract infections, otitis media, and community-acquired pneumonia. Patients with antibiotic-resistant infections were more likely to experience treatment failure, requiring further intervention and prolonging their illness.

Understanding Antibiotic Resistance: A Journey Through the Desert of Antimicrobial Action

Imagine a vast desert, where the once fertile land has become barren and desolate. Antibiotic resistance, like a relentless drought, has dried up the effectiveness of these life-saving medications. This study, like a group of explorers seeking a source of water, delves into the impact of this crisis on patient outcomes, highlighting the urgent need for solutions.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study underscores the alarming consequences of antibiotic resistance, emphasizing its impact on patient recovery and the need for effective strategies to combat this growing threat. It calls for a multi-faceted approach to address antibiotic resistance, including promoting prudent antibiotic use, developing new antimicrobial agents, and improving infection prevention and control measures.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-04-25
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-30
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

28369247

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC5850316

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