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September 30, 2025East African Journal of Science Technology and Innovation

Antimicrobial Use and Stewardship among practicing veterinarians in Uganda

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CSCelsus SenteCBCooper BrookshireKFKyle Ferguson

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Overview

Cross-sectional study examines antibiotic use and knowledge among veterinarians, highlighting antimicrobial stewardship's importance.

Key Points

  • Awareness of antimicrobial stewardship is low, with only 40.9% of veterinarians confident in their understanding.
  • 93% of respondents were male, and 50.9% were mixed animal practitioners, indicating a gender imbalance in veterinary practice.
  • Penicillins and tetracyclines are the most frequently used antimicrobials, raising concerns about potential resistance.
  • The results emphasize the need for updated training on antibiotic use and stewardship to combat antimicrobial resistance.

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Sente et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68dc26268a7d58c25ebb32abhttps://doi.org/10.37425/pbww0e70
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