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The Role of armed conflict in driving antimicrobial resistance: Examining the overlooked links

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Last updated: 25 Dec 2024

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Antimicrobial resistance

Abstract

Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant global health challenge, complicating the treatment of infections caused by bacteria, parasites, viruses, and fungi. Armed conflict is an underexplored and complex contributor to AMR, with numerous interrelated pathways influencing its emergence and dissemination. These mechanisms include the widespread use of antibiotics in conflict zones, inadequate infection control measures, the role of conflict-related injuries, and the breakdown of surveillance and monitoring systems. This study aims to investigate the relationship between armed conflict and AMR and to assess the extent and impact of this link on global health. Case studies, such as the Syrian civil war and the conflicts in Iraq over the past four decades, are utilized to illustrate the association between armed conflict and AMR. Recognizing and addressing this neglected aspect of AMR is essential for developing comprehensive strategies to combat its spread and preserve the efficacy of antimicrobial drugs. Further research is needed to fully understand the intricate relationship between armed conflict and AMR, which will ultimately contribute to the creation of more effective interventions and policy recommendations. This study serves as a critical step in raising awareness and stimulating discussion on the role of armed conflict in the ongoing battle against antimicrobial resistance.

DOI

10.21608/mid.2023.204635.1503

Keywords

Antimicrobial resistance, armed conflict, antibiotics, AMR drivers and multidrug resistance

Authors

First Name

Bashar

Last Name

Gulumbe

MiddleName

Haruna

Affiliation

Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Federal University Birnin Kebbi, PMB 1157, Kebbi State, Nigeria

Email

bashar.haruna@fubk.edu.ng

City

Birnin Kebbi

Orcid

0000-0003-0642-6902

First Name

Junaidu

Last Name

Abubakar

MiddleName

-

Affiliation

Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Federal University Birnin Kebbi, PMB 1157, Kebbi State, Nigeria

Email

abujunaid2001@gmail.com

City

Birnin Kebbi

Orcid

-

First Name

Zaharadeen

Last Name

Yusuf

MiddleName

Muhammad

Affiliation

Department of Biochemistry, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Al-Qalam University Katsina, Nigeria

Email

zaharadeenymuhammad@auk.edu.ng

City

Katsina

Orcid

0000000210747920

First Name

Ibrahim

Last Name

Dalhatu

MiddleName

Abdullahi

Affiliation

Department of Microbiology, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Al-Qalam University Katsina, Nigeria

Email

aidalhatu@auk.edu.ng

City

Katsina

Orcid

0000000151251131

First Name

Ibrahim

Last Name

Lawal

MiddleName

-

Affiliation

Department of Microbiology, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Al-Qalam University Katsina, Nigeria

Email

ibrahimlawal.mcb@auk.edu.ng

City

Katsina

Orcid

0000000295761931

Volume

5

Article Issue

2

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47401

Issue Date

2024-05-01

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2023-04-06

Publish Date

2024-05-01

Page Start

581

Page End

587

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2682-4132

Online ISSN

2682-4140

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16

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Mini-review article

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1,162

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Publication Title

Microbes and Infectious Diseases

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https://mid.journals.ekb.eg/

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The Role of armed conflict in driving antimicrobial resistance: Examining the overlooked links

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Created At

25 Dec 2024