Phage therapy: A targeted approach to overcoming antibiotic resistance

The rise of antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections has become a significant global health threat, necessitating the need for alternative therapeutic strategies. The use of bacteriophages—viruses that particularly infect and lyse bacteria—in phage therapy has resurfaced as a potentially effective substitute for conventional antibiotics. This narrative review aims to explore the mechanisms, applications, challenges, and prospects of phage therapy in combating antibiotic-resistant infections. A thorough analysis of the literature was carried out by exploring online databases, such as Google Scholar, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. The search focused on peer-reviewed articles, clinical trials, and…