📚 Volume 33, Issue 2
📋 ID: uByzqpT
Authors
Isabella Müller, Hiroshi Tanaka, Amina Al-Farsi, Carlos Mendes
University of Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka; Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda; University of the South Pacific, Suva, Fiji
Keywords
antimicrobial resistance
Enterobacteriaceae
Staphylococcus aureus
surveillance
global health
bacterial isolates
Abstract
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to global health, necessitating comprehensive surveillance and tailored response strategies. This study aims to assess the patterns of AMR across different regions using an extensive dataset encompassing diverse geographic locations. Collaborating with institutions from Sri Lanka, Uganda, and Fiji, data were collected on the prevalence of AMR in bacterial isolates from clinical settings. The data were analyzed to identify the most resistant microbial strains and to evaluate the correlation between antimicrobial use and resistance levels. Findings indicate a high prevalence of AMR in commonly used antibiotics, with significant variations observed between regions. Specifically, resistance rates were notably high for Enterobacteriaceae in Asia and Staphylococcus aureus in Africa. The study underscores the urgent need for enhanced surveillance systems and the development of global policies to mitigate the spread of resistance. In conclusion, AMR remains a pressing issue requiring coordinated international efforts and the implementation of region-specific strategies to effectively manage and reduce its impact.
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Isabella Müller, Hiroshi Tanaka, Amina Al-Farsi, Carlos Mendes (2026).
"Evaluating Global Patterns of Antimicrobial Resistance Using Multinational Surveillance Data".
Wulfenia, 33(2).
