First report of Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains co-harboring blaNDM-blaVIM and blaVIM-blaIMP metallo‑β‑lactamase genes in Morocco.

Abstract

DEAR EDITOR, Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PA) has emerged as a significant clinical opportunistic pathogen due to the number and severity of infections caused, especially nosocomial infections. This germ is associated with high levels of morbidity and mortality, especially in immunodeficient patients. It poses serious therapeutic difficulties around the world because of its multidrug resistance and even the emergence of “pan-resistant” strains. [...]