Assessing the appropriateness of paediatric antibiotic overuse in Australian children: a population-based sample survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Infections caused by antibiotic resistant pathogens are increasing, with antibiotic overuse a key contributing factor.

Objective

The CareTrack Kids (CTK) team assessed the care of children in Australia aged 0-15 years in 2012 and 2013 to determine the proportion of care in line with clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) for 17 common conditions. This study analyses indicators relating to paediatric antibiotic overuse to identify those which should be prioritised by antimicrobial stewardship and clinical improvement programs.

Method

A systematic search was undertaken for national and international CPGs relevant to 17 target conditions for Australian paediatric care in 2012-2013. Recommendations were screened and ratified by reviewers. The sampling frame compri

SUBMITTER: Arnolda G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7181474 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature