Insights into antimicrobial resistance awareness among Sri Lankan medical practitioners: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The objective of this study was to explore medical practitioners' understanding of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its aspects, such as its causes, possible outcomes and how doctors can contribute to its prevention.

Design and setting

This qualitative study was conducted in Sri Lankan healthcare settings.

Participants

Using convenience sampling, the study included allopathic medical practitioners aged 18-60 years, excluding intern-medical officers, until data saturation.

Intervention

One-on-one interviews were conducted online or in person, depending on each participant's preference. A structured questionnaire was used to triangulate the information.

Results

Data were categorised into four: (1) understanding, awareness and identifying AMR a

SUBMITTER: Gunathilaka SS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12666145 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature