Learning Lounge Editorial | October 2024

The escalating threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) hampers effective sepsis treatment. As traditional broad-spectrum antibiotics face diminishing efficacy, Sébastien Spinali, MD, explains the urgent need for innovative diagnostic tools and refined treatment protocols to balance timely sepsis intervention with antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) practices. He encourages healthcare professionals to integrate fast and accurate clinical diagnostics and evidence-based strategies to enhance patient outcomes while combating the growing challenge of AMR in sepsis management.