Antibiotic Use in Pediatrics: Perceptions and Practices of Romanian Physicians.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: The global threat of antimicrobial resistance is a significant public health challenge, leading to prolonged hospitalizations, increased costs, and elevated mortality. Romania faces one of Europe's highest burdens of antimicrobial consumption and resistance. This study aimed to investigate the factors that influence antibiotic prescribing practices among physicians in pediatric care in Romania. Method: This quantitative, cross-sectional study collected data using a self-administered, structured questionnaire from 154 healthcare professionals (family physicians, pediatricians, and other specialists) providing pediatric care in Romania. Participants were recruited via non-probability convenience sampling. The 29-question survey gathered demographic data a

SUBMITTER: Iuhas A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12561463 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature