Factors influencing inappropriate antibiotic prescription in respiratory tract infections in general practice.

ABSTRACT: Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) are common in general practice, and represent the main cause of inappropriate antibiotic prescribing, contributing to antimicrobial resistance. This prospective study aims to identify factors associated with inappropriate antibiotic prescribing for RTIs in general practice (GP). The study was conducted in France with the assistance of 15 GP trainees in France, in collaboration with 25 general practitioners. Data were collected from randomly selected GP consultations using ICPC-2 coding, with specific grids for RTI-related visits. Antibiotic prescribing was considered appropriate if it adhered to established guidelines. Of 807 consultations, 173 involved RTIs. Antibiotics were prescribed in 35% of cases, and management was appropriate in 73% of these case

SUBMITTER: Charton L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12479775 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature