Cited 27 times since 2022 (8 per year) source: EuropePMC Communications medicine, Volume 2, 11 2 2022, Pages 6 Resisting disinfectants. van Dijk HFG, Verbrugh HA, Ad hoc advisory committee on disinfectants of the Health Council of the Netherlands
Although often overlooked, the use of disinfectants can lead to antimicrobial resistance and this may exacerbate resistance to antibiotics. Here, we explain why all antimicrobial agents, including disinfectants, should be used prudently in a way that is guided by evidence.
