Outcomes of antibiotic treatment for respiratory infections in children an observational study in primary care
Linn Karin Tjalvin Alvsåker,
Maria Fehn Stensen,
Anders Batman Mjelle
et al.
Abstract:Background
Antibiotic resistance is an increasing global threat, accelerated by both misuse and overuse of antibiotics. Most antibiotics to humans are prescribed in primary care, commonly for respiratory symptoms, and there is a need for research on the usage of and outcomes after antibiotic treatment to counteract antibiotic resistance.
Objective
To evaluate symptom duration, treatment length, and adverse events of antibiotic treatment in children.
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