Prevalence of AmpC beta-lactamase and extended spectrum beta-lactamase co-producer in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella species in a teaching hospital

CONCLUSION: Distinguishing between AmpC β-lactamase and ESBL-producing organisms has epidemiological significance as well as therapeutic importance. Moreover, AmpC β-lactamase and ESBLs co-producing organisms can lead to false negative ESBL confirmatory test. Therefore, knowing the local prevalence can guide the clinician in navigating the treatment.PMID:38682847
Source: Malaysian Journal of Pathology - Category: Pathology Authors: Source Type: research