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Antibiotics for lower respiratory tract infection in children presenting in primary care: ARTIC-PC RCT.

Author: BecqueTaeko, ButlerChristopher C, CoenenSamuel, EudenJoanne, FaustSaul N, FrancisNick A, HarmanKim, HarndenAnthony, HayAlastair D, HoodKerenza, HookhamCharlotte, LeydonGeraldine, LittleJoseph, LittlePaul, MooreMichael, O'ReillyGilly, RafteryJames, ReadRobert C, Richards-HallSamantha, RowleyKate, SharlandMichael, SmithPeter, StuartBeth, ThomasMichael, ThompsonNatalie, VerheijTheo, WanMandy, WangKay, WhitehurstJane, WoodsCatherine, YaoGuiqing, ZhuShihua

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Overview

Antibiotic resistance is a significant global health concern. This review highlights the lack of robust evidence supporting the effectiveness of antibiotics in treating uncomplicated lower respiratory tract infections in children. It emphasizes the need for more research, particularly focused on key clinical subgroups where antibiotic prescribing is common.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Antimicrobial resistance is a global health threat. Antibiotics are commonly prescribed for children with uncomplicated lower respiratory tract infections, but there is little randomised evidence to support the effectiveness of antibiotics in treating these infections, either overall or relating to ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10350739/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Antibiotics for Lower Respiratory Tract Infections in Children: A Critical Look at Evidence

Antimicrobial resistance is a growing global health concern, particularly in the context of treating lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) in children. This study explores the evidence surrounding antibiotic use for uncomplicated LRTIs in children presenting in primary care. The study investigates the effectiveness of antibiotics in treating these infections across different clinical subgroups, focusing on key factors like chest signs, fever, and physician assessment of illness severity.

Antibiotic Use for Uncomplicated LRTIs in Children: A Need for Evidence-Based Practice

This study highlights the lack of robust evidence supporting the routine use of antibiotics for uncomplicated LRTIs in children. The study found limited evidence to support the effectiveness of antibiotics in treating these infections, even in subgroups where antibiotic prescribing is common. The study emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practice in antibiotic prescribing, prioritizing judicious use to combat antimicrobial resistance.

Promoting Rational Antibiotic Use: Protecting Children and the Future

This study underscores the need for careful consideration of antibiotic use for uncomplicated LRTIs in children. It highlights the importance of evidence-based practice and responsible antibiotic prescribing to combat the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance. Just as a camel conserves water in the desert, we must conserve our antibiotics, using them judiciously to safeguard the health of future generations.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research provides a critical examination of the evidence surrounding antibiotic use for uncomplicated LRTIs in children. The study's findings highlight the need for evidence-based practice in antibiotic prescribing, emphasizing the importance of judicious use to combat antimicrobial resistance and protect the health of children.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2023-07-13
  2. Date Revised 2023-07-19
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

37436003

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC10350739

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