How, why and when are delayed (back-up) antibiotic prescriptions used in primary care? A realist review integrating concepts of uncertainty in healthcare

Background: Antimicrobial resistance is a global patient safety priority and inappropriate antimicrobial use is a key contributing factor. Evidence have shown that delayed (back-up) antibiotic prescriptions (DP) are an effective and safe strategy for reducing unnecessary antibiotic consumption but i...

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Main Authors: Mcleod, M, Campbell, A, Hayhoe, B, Borek, AJ, Tonkin-Crine, S, Moore, MV, Butler, CC, Walker, AS, Holmes, A, Wong, G
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: BioMed Central 2024

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