The Role of armed conflict in driving antimicrobial resistance: Examining the overlooked links
Gulumbe, B., Abubakar, J., Yusuf, Z., Dalhatu, I., Lawal, I. (2024). The Role of armed conflict in driving antimicrobial resistance: Examining the overlooked links. EKB Journal Management System, 5(2), 581-587. doi: 10.21608/mid.2023.204635.1503
Bashar Haruna Gulumbe; Junaidu Abubakar; Zaharadeen Muhammad Yusuf; Ibrahim Abdullahi Dalhatu; Ibrahim Lawal. "The Role of armed conflict in driving antimicrobial resistance: Examining the overlooked links". EKB Journal Management System, 5, 2, 2024, 581-587. doi: 10.21608/mid.2023.204635.1503
Gulumbe, B., Abubakar, J., Yusuf, Z., Dalhatu, I., Lawal, I. (2024). 'The Role of armed conflict in driving antimicrobial resistance: Examining the overlooked links', EKB Journal Management System, 5(2), pp. 581-587. doi: 10.21608/mid.2023.204635.1503
Gulumbe, B., Abubakar, J., Yusuf, Z., Dalhatu, I., Lawal, I. The Role of armed conflict in driving antimicrobial resistance: Examining the overlooked links. EKB Journal Management System, 2024; 5(2): 581-587. doi: 10.21608/mid.2023.204635.1503

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

Microbes and Infectious Diseases
Article 16, Volume 5, Issue 2, May 2024, Page 581-587  XML PDF (775.23 K)
Document Type: Mini-review article
DOI: 10.21608/mid.2023.204635.1503
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Authors
Bashar Haruna Gulumbe email orcid 1; Junaidu Abubakar2; Zaharadeen Muhammad Yusuforcid 3; Ibrahim Abdullahi Dalhatuorcid 4; Ibrahim Lawalorcid 4
1Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Federal University Birnin Kebbi, PMB 1157, Kebbi State, Nigeria
2Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Federal University Birnin Kebbi, PMB 1157, Kebbi State, Nigeria
3Department of Biochemistry, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Al-Qalam University Katsina, Nigeria
4Department of Microbiology, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Al-Qalam University Katsina, Nigeria
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.
Keywords
Antimicrobial resistance; armed conflict; antibiotics; AMR drivers and multidrug resistance
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