Detection of mutations in mtrR gene in quinolone resistant strains of N.gonorrhoeae isolated from India

Conclusion: This is the first report from India on quinolone resistance mutations in MtrRCDE efflux system in N.gonorrhoeae. In conclusion, the high level of resistance to quinolone and single or multiple mutations in mtrR gene could limit the drug choices for gonorrhoea.

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Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology - April 10, 2015 Category: Microbiology Authors: SV KulkarniM BalaJ BhattacharyaA Risbud Source Type: research