Antimicrobial Resistance during the COVID-19 Outbreak

Dear Colleagues,

The emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and the subsequent pandemic has placed an immense strain on healthcare systems worldwide. The challenges posed by the diagnosis and management of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) together with concerns regarding associated bacterial and fungal infection have promoted the extensive use of antimicrobials in acute care. In contrast, in the community, we have observed a reduction of antimicrobial use. The impact that the COVID-19 pandemic will have on antimicrobial resistance in the long term remains unknown.

We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue of Antibiotics. The aim of this Special Issue is to provide insights into the impact of COVID-19 on antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance. We also aim to highlight and discuss specific interventions that have been developed to address inappropriate antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance during the pandemic.

Dr. Mirela Grigoraș
Prof. Dr. Cristian Oancea
Dr. Cosmin Citu
Guest Editors

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