Antimicrobial resistance landscape and COVID-19 impact in Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, and Lebanon: A survey-based study and expert opinion.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The objective of this study was to assess the antimicrobial resistance (AMR) landscape and the impact of COVID-19 on AMR in Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, and Lebanon, and to gather expert opinions on the barriers to the implementation of antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) initiatives in the region.

Methods

A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was used to assess the current AMR landscape, existing AMS initiatives, barriers to implementing AMS initiatives, and the impact of COVID-19 on AMR in the four countries.

Results

The survey was completed by 204 physicians from Egypt (n = 82), Lebanon (n = 49), Iraq (n = 43), and Jordan (n = 30). Previous antibiotic use and previous bacterial colonization were perceived as the most common risk factors for an increase in AMR. Acco

SUBMITTER: Bizri AR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10374138 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature