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View article: Bacterial Profile and Antimicrobial Resistance Pattern from Different Clinical Specimens at Uttara Adhunik Medical College Hospital, Dhaka
Bacterial Profile and Antimicrobial Resistance Pattern from Different Clinical Specimens at Uttara Adhunik Medical College Hospital, Dhaka Open
Introduction: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a critical global public health issue, leading to prolonged illness, increased morbidity and mortality, and rising healthcare costs. The effectiveness of antibiotics is diminishing due to the…
View article: Epidemiology of Burkholderia pseudomallei, Streptococcus suis, Salmonella spp., Shigella spp. and Vibrio spp. infections in 111 hospitals in Thailand, 2022
Epidemiology of Burkholderia pseudomallei, Streptococcus suis, Salmonella spp., Shigella spp. and Vibrio spp. infections in 111 hospitals in Thailand, 2022 Open
The information on notifiable diseases in low- and middle-income countries is often incomplete, limiting our understanding of their epidemiology. Our study addresses this knowledge gap by analyzing microbiology laboratory and hospital admi…
View article: Bacterial Profile and Antimicrobial Resistance Pattern from Dif-Ferent Clinical Specimens at Uttara Adhunik Medical College Hospital, Dhaka
Bacterial Profile and Antimicrobial Resistance Pattern from Dif-Ferent Clinical Specimens at Uttara Adhunik Medical College Hospital, Dhaka Open
Introduction: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an urgent global public health problem. It threatens effective treatment of infections and leads to prolonged duration of illness, higher morbidity and mortality rates, and an increased cost …
View article: Resistance Pattern of Bacterial Isolates from Clinical Specimens of Chittagong Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh: A Three-Year Retrospective Study
Resistance Pattern of Bacterial Isolates from Clinical Specimens of Chittagong Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh: A Three-Year Retrospective Study Open
Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a pressing global health concern, leading to increased treatment costs, prolonged hospital stays, and higher mortality rates. This study analyzes the prevalence and trends of AMR in pathogenic …
View article: Patterns of Antimicrobial Resistance Among Major Bacterial Pathogens Isolated from Clinical Samples in Bangladesh (2017–2020): A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study
Patterns of Antimicrobial Resistance Among Major Bacterial Pathogens Isolated from Clinical Samples in Bangladesh (2017–2020): A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study Open
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a critical public health issue in Bangladesh, where antibiotic use is widespread but often unregulated. A nationwide study (2017–2020) analyzing data from 26 laboratories examined bacterial resistance tren…
View article: Patterns of antibiotic resistance in urinary tract infections before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda and Tanzania
Patterns of antibiotic resistance in urinary tract infections before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda and Tanzania Open
Background Increased antimicrobial use during the COVID-19 pandemic has driven antimicrobial resistance (AMR) globally, particularly in resource-limited settings. This study assessed AMR patterns in urinary tract infections (UTIs) in Ugand…
View article: QAAPT: an interoperable web-based open-source tool for antimicrobial resistance data analysis and visualisation
QAAPT: an interoperable web-based open-source tool for antimicrobial resistance data analysis and visualisation Open
The analysis and visualisation of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance data is a crucial challenge, especially in high-burden, low-middle-income countries. We describe the design, development, integration, and implementation of the …
View article: Enhanced automated detection of outbreaks of a rare antimicrobial-resistant bacterial species
Enhanced automated detection of outbreaks of a rare antimicrobial-resistant bacterial species Open
Surveillance of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a crucial strategy to combat AMR. Using routine surveillance data, we could detect and control hospital outbreaks of AMR bacteria as early as possible. Previously, we developed a framework …
View article: Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance in the ECOWAS Region: Setting the Scene for Critical Interventions Needed
Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance in the ECOWAS Region: Setting the Scene for Critical Interventions Needed Open
Antimicrobial resistance poses a significant challenge to public health globally, leading to increased morbidity and mortality. AMR surveillance involves the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of data on the occurrence and…
View article: Frequency of antimicrobial-resistant bloodstream infections in Thailand, 2022
Frequency of antimicrobial-resistant bloodstream infections in Thailand, 2022 Open
Objectives To evaluate the frequency of antimicrobial-resistant bloodstream infections (AMR BSI) in Thailand Methods We analyzed data from 2022, generated by 111 public hospitals in health regions 1 to 12, using the AutoMated tool for Anti…
View article: Epidemiology of<i>Burkholderia pseudomallei, Streptococcus suis, Salmonella</i>spp.,<i>Shigella</i>spp. and<i>Vibrio</i>spp. infections in 111 hospitals in Thailand, 2022
Epidemiology of<i>Burkholderia pseudomallei, Streptococcus suis, Salmonella</i>spp.,<i>Shigella</i>spp. and<i>Vibrio</i>spp. infections in 111 hospitals in Thailand, 2022 Open
The information on notifiable diseases in low- and middle-income countries is often incomplete, limiting our understanding of their epidemiology. Our study addresses this knowledge gap by analyzing microbiology laboratory and hospital admi…
View article: Frequency and mortality rate following antimicrobial-resistant bloodstream infections in tertiary-care hospitals compared with secondary-care hospitals
Frequency and mortality rate following antimicrobial-resistant bloodstream infections in tertiary-care hospitals compared with secondary-care hospitals Open
There are few studies comparing proportion, frequency, mortality and mortality rate following antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) infections between tertiary-care hospitals (TCHs) and secondary-care hospitals (SCHs) in low and middle-income coun…
View article: A Trial of Automated Outbreak Detection to Reduce Hospital Pathogen Spread
A Trial of Automated Outbreak Detection to Reduce Hospital Pathogen Spread Open
Automated detection of hospital outbreaks using statistical surveillance did not reduce overall outbreak size in the context of an ongoing pandemic. (Funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; ClinicalTrials.gov number, NCT0…
View article: Predominance of multidrug-resistant bacteria causing urinary tract infections among symptomatic patients in East Africa: a call for action
Predominance of multidrug-resistant bacteria causing urinary tract infections among symptomatic patients in East Africa: a call for action Open
Background In low- and middle-income countries, antibiotics are often prescribed for patients with symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs) without microbiological confirmation. Inappropriate antibiotic use can contribute to antimicrobi…
View article: Key Recommendations for Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance: Takeaways From the CAPTURA Project
Key Recommendations for Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance: Takeaways From the CAPTURA Project Open
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global public health challenge associated with 4.95 million deaths in 2019 and an estimated 10 million deaths per year by 2050 in the absence of coordinated action. A robust AMR surveillance syst…
View article: Effective Stakeholder Engagement for Collation, Analysis and Expansion of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Data: A CAPTURA Experience
Effective Stakeholder Engagement for Collation, Analysis and Expansion of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Data: A CAPTURA Experience Open
Background An effective implementation of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance projects requires sustainable and multidisciplinary engagement with stakeholders from various backgrounds, interests and aims. The “Capturing Data on Ant…
View article: CAPTURA Regional Workshop Proceedings (28–30 June 2022, Virtual)
CAPTURA Regional Workshop Proceedings (28–30 June 2022, Virtual) Open
In response to the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the Capturing Data on Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns and Trends in Use in Regions of Asia (CAPTURA) project worked with microbiology laboratories, pharmacies, and local…
View article: Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Methods in Bangladesh: Present and Way Forward
Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Methods in Bangladesh: Present and Way Forward Open
The Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research (IEDCR) conducts active, case-based national antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance in Bangladesh. The Capturing Data on Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns and Trends in Use i…
View article: Recording and Reporting of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Priority Variables and Its Implication on Expanding Surveillance Sites in Nepal: A CAPTURA Experience
Recording and Reporting of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Priority Variables and Its Implication on Expanding Surveillance Sites in Nepal: A CAPTURA Experience Open
Data on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) from sites not participating in the National AMR surveillance network, conducted by National Public Health Laboratory (NPHL), remain largely unknown in Nepal. The “Capturing Data on Antimicrobial Resi…
View article: Methodological Approach to Identify and Expand the Volume of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Data in the Human Health Sector in Low- and Middle-Income Countries in Asia: Implications for Local and Regional AMR Surveillance Systems Strengthening
Methodological Approach to Identify and Expand the Volume of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Data in the Human Health Sector in Low- and Middle-Income Countries in Asia: Implications for Local and Regional AMR Surveillance Systems Strengthening Open
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a multifaceted global health problem disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The Capturing data on Antimicrobial resistance Patterns and Trends in Use in Regions of Asia (CAP…
View article: Capturing Data on Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns and Trends in Use in Regions of Asia (CAPTURA)
Capturing Data on Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns and Trends in Use in Regions of Asia (CAPTURA) Open
Background In 2015, the UK government established the Fleming Fund with the aim to address critical gaps in surveillance of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in low- and middle-income countries in Asia and Africa. Among a large portfolio of g…
View article: Laboratory Surveillance, Quality Management, and Its Role in Addressing Antimicrobial Resistance in Africa: A Narrative Review
Laboratory Surveillance, Quality Management, and Its Role in Addressing Antimicrobial Resistance in Africa: A Narrative Review Open
AMR is a major public health concern that calls for extensive work and a multidisciplinary team approach. The high prevalence of infectious diseases in African nations leads to widespread antibiotic usage and eventual antimicrobial resista…
View article: Predominance of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria causing urinary tract infections (UTIs) among symptomatic patients in East Africa: a call for action
Predominance of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria causing urinary tract infections (UTIs) among symptomatic patients in East Africa: a call for action Open
In low-and middle-income countries, antibiotics are often prescribed for patients with symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs) without microbiological confirmation. Inappropriate antibiotic use can contribute to antimicrobial resistanc…
View article: Evaluation of the diagnostic performance of the urine dipstick test for the detection of urinary tract infections in patients treated in Kenyan hospitals
Evaluation of the diagnostic performance of the urine dipstick test for the detection of urinary tract infections in patients treated in Kenyan hospitals Open
Introduction. Culture is the gold-standard diagnosis for urinary tract infections (UTIs). However, most hospitals in low-resource countries lack adequately equipped laboratories and relevant expertise to perform culture and, therefore, rel…