In search for the lost antibiotic: a multidisciplinary approach to address the problem of the emergence of antibiotic resistance

The resistance to antibiotics, appeared in the 50s, at the same time of the introduction of these drugs, has become today a public health emergency of international importance. This problem is extremely complex because it is based on many factors, including inappropriate use of antibiotics and their...

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Main Authors: Giuliana Cangemi, Patrizia Morelli, Maddalena Perotti, Roberto Bandettini, Elio Castagnola, Eugenio Debbia, Giovanni Melioli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2012-09-01
Series:Microbiologia Medica
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Online Access:http://www.pagepressjournals.org/index.php/mm/article/view/2307