Risk factors for Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase (KPC) gene acquisition and clinical outcomes across multiple bacterial species

ConclusionsHealthcare exposures, antimicrobials and invasive procedures increased risk of KPCO colonization/infection suggesting potential targets for infection control interventions in multi-species outbreaks. Evidence for patient-to-patient transmission was limited.
Source: Journal of Hospital Infection - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research