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Digital Tool Cuts Antibiotic Prescribing

Pragmatic trial finds digital decision support reduces antibiotic use in Rwandan health centers

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A pragmatic trial in Rwanda demonstrated that a digital clinical decision support algorithm known as ePOCT+ can significantly reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing in pediatric outpatient settings. The study involved nearly 60,000 consultations across 32 health centers and highlighted the algorithm's ability to guide clinicians in adhering to prescribing guidelines for acutely ill children. Results indicated that antibiotic prescriptions dropped from approximately 71% to 25% without negatively impacting recovery outcomes. The findings suggest potential improvements in antibiotic stewardship in low-resource settings, where laboratory access is often limited.

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Digital Tool Cuts Antibiotic Prescribing

Pragmatic trial finds digital decision support reduces antibiotic use in Rwandan health centers

  • by Jess Allerton

  • March 6, 2026

  • 2 min

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