Resisting disinfectants

Although often overlooked, the use of disinfectants can lead to antimicrobial resistance and this may exacerbate resistance to antibiotics. Here, we explain why all antimicrobial agents, including disinfectants, should be used prudently in a way that is guided by evidence.

Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: van Dijk, Harrie F. G., Verbrugh, Henri A.
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Nature Publishing Group UK 2022
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9053202/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/35603291
http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/s43856-021-00070-8
Descripción
Sumario:Although often overlooked, the use of disinfectants can lead to antimicrobial resistance and this may exacerbate resistance to antibiotics. Here, we explain why all antimicrobial agents, including disinfectants, should be used prudently in a way that is guided by evidence.

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