An investigation of antifungal stewardship programmes in England.

CONCLUSION: Although a minority of Trusts conduct dedicated AFS programmes, nearly half include AFS as part of routine AMS activities. Cost issues are the main driver for AFS, followed by clinical need. The availability of rapid diagnostics and clinical support could help increase AFS initiatives.
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Source: Journal of Medical Microbiology - October 25, 2017 Category: Microbiology Authors: Micallef C, Ashiru-Oredope D, Hansraj S, Denning DW, Agrawal SG, Manuel RJ, Schelenz S, Guy R, Muller-Pebody B, Patel R, Howard P, Hopkins S, Johnson E, Enoch DA Tags: J Med Microbiol Source Type: research