Factors contributing to the variation in antibiotic prescribing among primary health care physicians: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Antibiotic resistance is growing globally. The practice of health professionals when prescribing antibiotics in primary health care settings significantly impacts antibiotic resistance. Antibiotic prescription is a complex process influenced by various internal and external factors. This systematic review aims to summarize the available evidence regarding factors contributing to the variation in antibiotic prescribing among physicians in primary healthcare settings.

Methods

This systematic review was conducted based on PRISMA guidelines. We included qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods studies that examined factors influencing prescription practice and variability among primary healthcare physicians. We excluded editorials, opinions, systematic reviews and

SUBMITTER: Kasse GE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10759428 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature