Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control
Overview
Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control is a peer-reviewed journal that focuses on the global challenge of antimicrobial resistance and its impact on infection control. It publishes high-quality research articles, reviews, and commentaries that explore innovative strategies, interventions, and policies to combat antimicrobial resistance and improve infection prevention and control practices. The journal aims to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and promote collaboration among researchers, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to address this critical public health issue.
Details
Details
Abbr.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
Publisher
Biomed Central
Start
2012
End
Continuing
e-ISSN
2047-2994
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Specialty
Infectious Diseases
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 5503
66
SJR / Ranks: 2634
1256
CiteScore / Ranks: 1344
10.30
JIF / Ranks: 1321
5.5
Recent Articles
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Muhamad A, Teh C, Draman M, Adnan Y, Abbas A, Khong T, et al.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
. 2025 Mar;
14(1):22.
PMID: 40082971
Background: Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a persistent challenge in healthcare, contributing significantly to patient morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. Despite advancements in preventive measures, SSIs remain prevalent, especially in...
2.
Mbapah L, Tsague M, Teuwafeu D, Ngwanui M, Etaka S, Jabbossung F, et al.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
. 2025 Mar;
14(1):21.
PMID: 40069848
Background: Transmission-based precautions (TBP) and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) are essential in preventing hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) and in controlling the emergence and spread of antimicrobial resistance...
3.
Glampedakis E, Snoussi M, Sobgoui B, Battistella F, Cuina Iglesias P, Riccio C, et al.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
. 2025 Mar;
14(1):20.
PMID: 40069828
Introduction: Bodily waste management is a critical yet frequently neglected domain of infection prevention and control. We conducted a survey to examine various aspects of bodily waste management and related...
4.
Getahun Strobel A, Kumar S, Prasad S, Young-Sharma T, Richards M, Datt A, et al.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
. 2025 Mar;
14(1):19.
PMID: 40038841
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major public health threat with the highest burden being estimated to be in low- and middle-income countries. Fiji is an upper-middle-income country in Oceania. Recent...
5.
Ruther F, Grisold A, Wechsler-Fordos A, Gropmann A, Behnke M, Hansen S, et al.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
. 2025 Mar;
14(1):18.
PMID: 40033434
Background: The WHO Infection Prevention and Control Assessment Framework (IPCAF) can be used for systematically evaluating infection prevention and control (IPC) practices in healthcare facilities. In 2018, a survey among...
6.
Reyle R, Schwab F, Saydan S, Behnke M, Leistner R, Gastmeier P, et al.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
. 2025 Feb;
14(1):17.
PMID: 40001254
Background/introduction: Antipseudomonal antibiotics are frequently used in patients admitted to hospitals. Many of these substances are classified as a reserve or watch status by the WHO. Inappropriate risk assessment of...
7.
Danielis M, Buttiron Webber T, Barchielli C, Mongardi M, Regano D
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
. 2025 Feb;
14(1):16.
PMID: 39988671
Background: The development of nursing competencies in antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) is influenced by a two-dimensional model, encompassing both internal and environmental factors. In the context of Italian clinical nursing, this...
8.
Yeshiwas A, Bayeh G, Tsega T, Tsega S, Gebeyehu A, Asmare Z, et al.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
. 2025 Feb;
14(1):15.
PMID: 39985102
Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) complicates treatment of healthcare-associated infections, causing high morbidity and mortality, especially among low-birth-weight and critically ill infants. This study evaluates...
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Ndagire R, Obuku E, Segawa I, Atim F, Lwanira C, Wangi R, et al.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
. 2025 Feb;
14(1):12.
PMID: 39985071
Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remains a public health threat especially in low-and-middle-income countries (LMICs). Urban slum dwellers are at higher risk of developing AMR than the general population. The aim...
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Racila A, Balkenende E, Herwaldt L, Willey M, Boyken L, Pottinger J, et al.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
. 2025 Feb;
14(1):14.
PMID: 39985058
Background: Surgical site infections (SSIs) are associated with morbidity, mortality, and increased costs. Staphylococcus aureus is the most common cause of SSIs and approximately 30% of hemodialysis patients carry this...