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Phenotypic and genetic extended spectrum beta lactamase profiles of bacterial isolates from ICU in tertiary level hospital in Kenya

20242 citationsOpen accessEgerton University

Abstract

A high rate of phenotypic and genetic resistance was detected among the tested isolates. Resistance to cephalosporins was primarily driven by acquisition of the ESBL genes. The high prevalence rate of ESBL genes in ICU bacterial isolates shown in this study has a important implication for ICU patient management and general antibiotics use.

Research topics

  • Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria
  • Vibrio bacteria research studies
  • Antibiotic Use and Resistance

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DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.133298.2

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