1099. Antibiotic Prescriptions for Acute Gastroenteritis during Office and Emergency Department Visits–United States 2006–2015

摘要

BackgroundAcute gastroenteritis (AGE) is a major cause of office and emergency department (ED) visits in the United States. Most patients can be managed with supportive care alone, although some require antibiotics. Limiting unnecessary antibiotic use can minimize side effects and the development of resistance. We used national data to assess antibiotic prescribing for AGE to target areas for stewardship efforts.