Knowledge, attitude and practice towards antibiotic use and resistance among the veterinarians in Bangladesh.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The emergence of antimicrobial resistance is a growing human and animal health concern around the world. When a number of studies have emphasized the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) regarding antibiotic use and resistance in humans, little attention has been paid to the veterinary sector. The aim of this study was to understand the KAP towards antibiotic use and resistance among veterinarians in Bangladesh.

Methods

A cross-sectional online based questionnaire survey was conducted from August to September 2020 among the registered veterinary practitioners. A self-administered Google form questionnaire consisting of 45 questions on knowledge, attitude and practice regarding antibiotic use and resistance was used. For statistical significance test we used Chi-

SUBMITTER: Sarker MS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11321546 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature