Exploring the Intricate Factors: What Affects the Effectiveness of Antimicrobials?
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Antimicrobial resistance was directly responsible for an estimated 1.27 million global deaths in 2019. The effectiveness of antimicrobials is a complex issue determined not by a single element, but by an intricate interplay of factors related to the pathogen, the drug itself, and the patient's biological environment.