Novel SCCmec variants in clonal complex 398 and lineage-specific pseudo-SCCmec identified in ST88 MRSA from invasive bloodstream infections in China

ConclusionsOur findings provide evidence for the ongoing evolution of SCCmec elements within the CC398 and ST88 clones, underscoring the need for further surveillance to understand the biological significance of these elements.
Source: Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy - Category: Microbiology Source Type: research