Antimicrobial stewardship situation analysis in selected hospitals in Zambia: findings and implications from a national survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) programs are critical in combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR). In Zambia, there is little information regarding the capacity of hospitals to establish and implement AMS programs. The objective of this study was to conduct a baseline assessment of WHO core elements for an AMS program implementation in eight hospitals in Zambia.

Materials and methods

We conducted an exploratory cross-sectional study from September 2023 to December 2023 using a self-scoring Periodic National and Healthcare Facility Assessment Tool from the World Health Organization (WHO) policy guidance on integrated AMS activities in human health. Eight public hospitals were surveyed across the five provinces of Zambia. Data was analyzed using the WHO self-scoring

SUBMITTER: Chizimu JY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11466898 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature