Epidemiology
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Antimicrobial Resistance Among Hospitalized Patients in Tertiary Hospitals in Nigeria
Infectious Diseases
4 Objectives
4 Research Questions
Background
Antimicrobial resistance is a growing threat that undermines treatment effectiveness and increases healthcare costs.
Research Objectives
- Estimate the prevalence of antimicrobial resistance.
- Identify risk factors associated with resistant infections.
- Assess antibiotic prescribing patterns.
- Support antimicrobial stewardship initiatives.
Research Questions
- What is the prevalence of antimicrobial resistance?
- Which factors are associated with resistant infections?
- How are antibiotics prescribed in hospitals?
- What interventions can reduce antimicrobial resistance?
Suggested Methodology
Hospital-based epidemiological study using laboratory records and patient data.
Keywords
Antimicrobial ResistanceHospital EpidemiologyAntibioticsNigeriaInfectious Diseases
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