Antibiotic misuse in neurosurgery: a threat to patient safety and surgical outcomes.
Saad JavedZarhaish Barkat UllahEesha YaqoobPublished in: Neurosurgical review (2024)
Inappropriate antibiotic use in neurosurgery poses significant threats to global public health. Infections in neurosurgical patients can lead to devastating consequences, complicated by antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The CDC reports at least 2.8 million drug-resistant infections annually in the US, resulting in 35,000 deaths. Addressing this issue requires interdisciplinary approaches, engaging healthcare providers, researchers, policymakers, and the public. Understanding factors contributing to antibiotic misuse is essential in safeguarding the future of surgical procedures and protecting patient health.
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