Antimicrobial point prevalence surveys in two Ghanaian hospitals: opportunities for antimicrobial stewardship.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Improved knowledge regarding antimicrobial use in Ghana is needed to reduce antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This includes point prevalence studies (PPSs) in hospitals. Objectives were to: (i) provide baseline data in two hospitals [Keta Municipal Hospital (KMH) and Ghana Police Hospital (GPH)] and identify priorities for improvement; (ii) assess the feasibility of conducting PPSs; and (iii) compare results with other studies.

Methods

Standard PPS design using the Global PPS paper forms, subsequently transferred to their template. Training undertaken by the Scottish team. Quality indicators included: rationale for use; stop/review dates; and guideline compliance.

Results

Prevalence of antibiotic use was 65.0% in GPH and 82.0% in KMH. Penicillins and other β-

SUBMITTER: Afriyie DK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8210261 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature