A Point Prevalence Survey of Antimicrobial Use at Geita Regional Referral Hospital in North-Western Tanzania

A Point Prevalence Survey of Antimicrobial Use at Geita Regional Referral Hospital in North-Western Tanzania

We conducted a point prevalence survey (PPS) to determine the prevalence of antibiotic use at Geita Regional Referral Hospital (GRRH) located along the shores of Lake Victoria in north-western Tanzania. This has led to the identification of gaps for improvement. This PPS study was conducted on 9–10...

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Main Authors:	Lutugera Kihwili, Vitus Silago, Emiliana N. Francis, Vicent A. Idahya, Zabron C. Saguda, Siana Mapunjo, Martha F. Mushi, Stephen E. Mshana
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2023-10-01
Series:	Pharmacy
Subjects:	antibiotic use antimicrobial resistance point prevalence survey WHO-AWaRe classifications WHO point prevalence survey
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4787/11/5/159

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