Pediatric antibiotic stewardship programs in Europe: a pilot survey among delegates of The European Academy of Pediatrics.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Efforts to promote the judicious use of antibiotics and contain AMR are a priority of several medical organizations, including the WHO. One effective way to achieve this goal is the deployment of antibiotic stewardship programs (ASPs). This study aimed to survey the current situation of pediatric ASPs in European countries and establish a baseline for future attempts to harmonize pediatric ASPs and antibiotic use in Europe.

Methods

A web-based survey was conducted among national delegates of the European Academy of Paediatrics (EAP). The survey assessed the presence of pediatric ASPs in the representatives' countries in the inpatient and outpatient settings, the staff

SUBMITTER: Reingold SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10277725 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature