Antimicrobial Stewardship

作者:Doron Shira*; Davidson Lisa E
来源:Mayo Clinic Proceedings, 2011, 86(11): 1113-1123.
DOI:10.4065/mcp.2011.0358

摘要

Antimicrobial resistance is increasing; however, antimicrobial drug development is slowing. Now more than ever before, antimicrobial stewardship is of the utmost importance as a way to optimize the use of antimicrobials to prevent the development of resistance and improve patient outcomes. This review describes the why, what, who, how, when, and where of antimicrobial stewardship. Techniques of stewardship are summarized, and a plan for implementation of a stewardship program Is outlined.

  • 出版日期2011-11