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Further clinical trials required to prove consistent effectiveness of phages and combinations
Conclusion
Clinical data indicates that in many cases phages have been observed to reduce bacterial infections in patients. We also heard that their use in animals has also been shown to be effective. However, further clinical trials are required to prove the consistent effectiveness of phages. Such studies need to include analysis of the impact of different phage cocktails as well as phage/antibiotic combinations.
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Government Response
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Source
Report
First Report - The antimicrobial potential of bacteriophages
03 Jan 2024
HC 328
Addressee Bodies
Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Timeline
Recommendation age
2.7 yrs
Report published
03 Jan 2024