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Antibiotic Abuse Patterns: Medical Field and Population-Based Survey in Gharbia Governorate, Egypt
Led by Rania Mamdouh Elkafoury · Updated on 2024-08-16
1000
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
2 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major global health concern due to the improper use of antibiotics, including leftover use, non-adherence, and pressure on clinicians to prescribe them. In Egypt, this misuse has led to a high rate of multidrug-resistant bacteria. This research aims to assess antibiotic abuse patterns among medical professionals and the public in Gharbia governorate, evaluating awareness about antibiotic resistance and the factors contributing to misuse. The study is a prospective, cross-sectional survey conducted by Tropical Medicine and Public Health Departments at Tanta University Hospital from May to August 2024. It involves a digital and written questionnaire available in Arabic and English, targeting about 1000 participants including physicians, pharmacists, medical students, nursing staff, and the general population. The questionnaire covers demographics, socioeconomic data, antibiotic use behaviors, prescribing practices, and adherence. The study also includes an awareness campaign on proper antibiotic use. Participants will provide informed consent and complete the questionnaire either digitally or on paper. Researchers will gather data on antibiotic use, prescribing habits, adherence, and awareness of antibiotic resistance. Privacy and confidentiality will be maintained through coded identifiers. The main outcomes measured include the prevalence of antibiotic abuse, factors leading to misuse, and awareness levels. The study will run until August 2024 or until the target number of participants is reached.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Antibiotic Abuse Patterns in Gharbia, Egypt
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- All medical field professionals and students with any specialty can participate in the survey
- Population more than 18 years old
- Parents of children less than 18 years old
You will not qualify if you...
- Participants outside the Gharbia governorate
- Unwilling to participate
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person or digital)
Duration - May 2024 to August 2024
Participants complete a questionnaire that collects demographic, socioeconomic, and antibiotic use behavior information.
1 visit (written or digital questionnaire)
Duration - May 2024 to August 2024
Participants take part in an awareness campaign designed to educate on appropriate antibiotic use principles.
1 or more educational sessions during the study period
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Tropical medicine department, Tanta University Hospitals
Tanta, Gharbyea, Egypt, 31527
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Research Team
R
Rania M Elkafoury, MD
S
Shimaa M Ebrahim, MD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
N/A
Model
N/A
Primary Purpose
N/A
Number of Arms
2
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