Future Antibacterial Strategies: From Basic Concepts to Clinical Challenges

J Infect Dis. 2019 Jul 2;220(3):350-360. doi: 10.1093/infdis/jiz134.

Abstract

This review presents potential benefits and limitations of innovative strategies that are currently investigated for the discovery of novel antibacterial agents to prevent or treat infections caused by multidrug-resistant organisms.

Keywords: antibacterials; antimicrobial resistance; multidrug resistance; therapeutic alternatives.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / pharmacology*
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Drug Resistance, Multiple, Bacterial / drug effects*
  • Humans

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents