From principles to practice: learning antimicrobial stewardship through the ESICM fellowship

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Antimicrobial stewardship programs are essential for safe hospital practice, focusing on improving antibiotic prescribing and reducing unnecessary exposure.
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The ESICM fellowship provided structured learning and clinical observership, emphasizing multidisciplinary collaboration in antimicrobial stewardship.
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Effective antimicrobial stewardship in the ICU involves real-time discussions on antibiotic therapy, integrating stewardship into routine patient care.
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Diagnostic stewardship, including rapid diagnostics and microbiological collaboration, supports timely and appropriate antimicrobial decisions.
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Biomarkers should enhance clinical reasoning in antibiotic management, guiding treatment decisions rather than replacing clinical judgment.

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