Meeting the challenge of antibiotic resistance: An evidence-based approach to treatment

被引:2
作者
Abzug, MJ [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Colorado, Sch Med, Childrens Hosp, Sect Pediat Infect Dis, Denver, CO 80218 USA
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PEDIATRIC ANNALS | 1999年 / 28卷 / 07期
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10.3928/0090-4481-19990701-13
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R72 [儿科学];
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100202 ;
摘要
A key risk factor for acquisition of resistant strains of bacteria is exposure to antibiotics. The author evaluates the evidence for and against antibiotic use for common upper respiratory tract infections and suggests methods to modify current antibiotic-prescribing practices.
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