Current and Novel Methods in Clinical Microbiology: Advantages and Pitfalls when Facing the Menace of Antimicrobial Resistance

Pina-Vaz, Cidália; Azevedo, Manuela; Ag, Rodrigues

doi:10.4172/2161-0703.1000275

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“…Phenotypic techniques for identifying antimicrobial resistance are essential tools used in microbiology to determine the susceptibility of bacterial or fungal pathogens to various antimicrobial agents [88]. These techniques involve growing the microorganisms in the presence of specific antibiotics or antifungal drugs and observing their growth response to assess their susceptibility or resistance [89].…”

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The Next Pandemic? Antimicrobial Resistance and Its Societal Implications - A Comprehensive Review

Bothe

2023

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This comprehensive review examines the critical issue of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a growing global concern with profound societal implications. This article presents an overview of the causes of AMR, including the misuse and overuse of antibiotics in healthcare, agriculture, and veterinary practices. Various conventional and advanced detection methodologies have been explored, highlighting the importance of the accurate and timely identification of resistant strains. The challenges associated with tackling AMR, encompassing scientific, economic, and regulatory aspects have been discussed in depth. In addition, this article sheds light on the far-reaching societal implications of AMR, including increased healthcare costs, treatment complexities, and potential disruptions to healthcare systems. This emphasizes the urgency of adopting proactive strategies to combat AMR and underscores the need for global cooperation, policy interventions and public awareness campaigns. By unraveling the multifaceted dimensions of AMR, this review aims to enhance our understanding, stimulate further research, and promote concerted efforts to mitigate the threat of antimicrobial resistance.

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