Appropriateness of Antimicrobial Therapy for Treatment of Acute Tonsillitis at Primary Care level in Qatar- Clinical Audit Report

Abstract

Background: Acute tonsillitis is considered as a common sore throat and difficulty in swallowing which is indicated by swelling and inflammation of the tonsils and throat, including the adenoids and lingual tonsils. Treatment of tonsillitis is commonly performed at the primary care level, which accounts for approximately 1.3% of total consultations. Appropriate antibiotic prescription is frequently associated with appropriateness in the differentiation of viral and bacterial etiologies. The inappropriate use of antibiotics has resulted to antibiotic resistance. Therefore, it is necessary to find a balance between rational antibiotic use and antibiotic access, both of which complement each other. In this paper, we will discuss the effectiveness of an action plan developed to improve compliance with appropriate antibiotic use in acute tonsillitis, based on baseline audit results, as well as the impact of this action plan on clinical practice,