First detection of autochthonous extensively drug-resistant NDM-1 Pseudomonas aeruginosa ST235 from a patient with bloodstream infection in Italy, October 2019

ConclusionsFew strains of NDM-1-PA have been identified worldwide, all belonging to ST235. The combination of ST235 and ExoU is a predictor of highly unfavorable prognosis. The potential spread of these high-risk clones in healthcare settings is worrisome because treatment options are limited. Early identification of high-risk clones could help in outbreaks investigation and infections control.
Source: Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research