Antibiotic treatment and antimicrobial resistance in children with urinary tract infections

ConclusionHigh prescribing rates for amikacin and penicillins (± β-lactamase inhibitors) and prolonged i.v. treatments were observed. Escherichia coli was highly resistant to ampicillin, whilst third-generation cephalosporins exhibited greater in vitro efficacy. Establishment of antimicrobial stewardship programmes and regular monitoring of antimicrobial resistance could help to minimise inappropriate prescribing for UTIs.
Source: Journal of Global Antimicrobial Resistance - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research