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ArticleTherapeutic advances in infectious disease

Bacterial neonatal sepsis, antimicrobial resistance, and risk factors among neonates in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Habtamu Belew, Bantayehu Addis Tegegne, Yonatan Kindie, Adane Tilahun, Mastewal Yechale Mihret, Zigale Hibstu Teffera, Adane Adugna, Gashaw Azanaw Amare, Desalegn Abebaw, Mekuriaw Belayneh and 1 more

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Habtamu BelewDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Amhara 269, Ethiopia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-3955-4370
Bantayehu Addis TegegneDepartment of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6178-8335
Yonatan KindieDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0001-4848-6367
Adane TilahunDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.
Mastewal Yechale MihretDepartment of Midwifery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8870-1773
Zigale Hibstu TefferaDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.
Adane AdugnaDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1467-2724
Gashaw Azanaw AmareDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0001-4803-1514
Desalegn AbebawDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0007-7787-8961
Mekuriaw BelaynehDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.
Mamaru GetinetDepartment of Biomedical Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.

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Background: Antimicrobial resistance and bacterial neonatal sepsis are major threats causing high morbidity and mortality among neonates in developing countries, including in Ethiopia. Given the lack of comprehensive and synthesized evidence on the magnitude of the bacterial profile, neonatal sepsis, and antimicrobial resistance among neonates, this systematic review and meta-analysis were initiated to address this gap. Objective: The aim of this meta-analysis aims to assess the prevalence, antimicrobial resistance patterns, and risk factors of neonatal sepsis in Ethiopian neonates. Design: Systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted among Ethiopian neonates. Data source and methods: Preferred reporting item for systematic review and meta-analysis Results: Of 9013 retrieved articles, 20 studies containing 11,754 neonates with a total of 3168 bacterial isolates (837 Gram-positive, 2328 Gram-negative). The predominant bacteria identified were: Conclusion: Bacterial neonatal sepsis and MDR have been relatively high. Preterm birth, premature rupture of membranes, history of urinary tract infection at antenatal care, and low birth weight were significantly associated. Implementing antimicrobial stewardship and regular surveillance to control antimicrobial resistance is vital for informing region-specific antibiotic use. Furthermore, early diagnosis and proactive screening for risk factors are key to preventing neonatal sepsis and decreasing its overall burden.

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antimicrobial resistancebacteriaEthiopianeonatessepsis

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