Colonisation with extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) not detected in a prevalence study

ConclusionsThis community point prevalence study did not identify ESBL colonisation despite high numbers of patients with invasive ESBL bloodstream infections presenting for admission in our institution. We believe this may be because of our small sample size. Data regarding antimicrobial exposure and other risk factors for ESBL colonisation were also not available. We remain vigilant for ESBL-producing organisms.

Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - September 23, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research