Extended spectrum beta-lactamase producing Enterobacteriaceae infections in haematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients: epidemiology and molecular characterization

Bacterial infections are common complications in hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients. They represent an important cause of morbidity and mortality in this severely immunocompromised population. These infections are mainly caused by Gram-positive cocci. But, in recent years, we noticed the reemergence of Gram-negative rods (GNR) and the increasing of antibiotimicrobial resistance [1].

Source: International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents - May 18, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Molka Kharrat, Yosra Chebbi, Farah Ben Tanfous, Amel Lakhal, Saloua Ladeb, Tarek Ben Othmen, Wafa Achour Source Type: research