A multi centre laboratory study of Gram negative bacterial blood stream infections in Sri Lanka

201330 citationsJournal Articlehybrid Open Access

Authors

P Chandrasiri · National Hospital of Sri Lanka

J. P. Elwitigala

GS Nanayakkara

S. Chandrasiri · Colombo North Teaching Hospital

G Patabendige · National Cancer Institute of Sri Lanka

L Karunanayaka · Teaching Hospital Kandy

Jennifer Perera · University of Colombo

Pranitha Somaratne

Abstract

It is essential to introduce multidisciplinary interventions to reduce the inappropriate use of antibiotics to increase the lifespan of precious antibiotics. Introduction of a National antibiotic policy with strict implementation and a well-planned stewardship programme is essential to control antimicrobial resistance in our country.

Topics & Keywords

Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria Bacterial Identification and Susceptibility Testing Urinary Tract Infections Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Partnerships for the goals

Publication Details

Published in: Ceylon Medical Journal

Volume 58, Issue 2, pp. 56-56

DOI: 10.4038/cmj.v58i2.5680

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