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Evaluation of antimicrobial stewardship metrics in general surgery wards of a tertiary care hospital

2024-12-18

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<h4>Background: </h4> Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major global threat, driven by the misuse and overuse of antimicrobials. India faces unique challenges in combating AMR due to the absence of a national antimicrobial stewardship program (ASP). This study aimed to evaluate antimicrobial use in a general surgery ward using the metrics Defined Daily Dose (DDD) and Days of Therapy (DOT). <h4>Methods: </h4> A...

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DOI: 10.22541/au.173450858.81728973/v1

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