Representation of urban and rural contexts in the application of wastewater surveillance for antimicrobial resistance: A systematic review

Key Points

• Wastewater surveillance is crucial for detecting antimicrobial resistance in various environments.
• Findings indicate significant differences in resistance levels between urban and rural areas.
• Systematic review evaluates prior studies on wastewater and resistance across multiple geographic settings.
• Highlights the need for tailored approaches in monitoring antimicrobial resistance based on specific contexts.