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Epidemiology of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase- and carbapenemase-producing bacteria in stool from apparently healthy children, South Africa

Year: 2016

Type: article

Abstract: Background: We aimed to determine the prevalence and genetic characteristics of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)- and carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae in stools from healthy infants and their mothers, and to determine the risk factors associated with their carriage.

Source: International Journal of Infectious Diseases

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2016.02.254

Authors: M. Kaba, R.I. Manenzhe, C. Moodley, H.J. Zar, M.P. Nicol

Institution: University of Cape Town

Language: English

Topic: Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria

Subfield: Microbiology (medical)

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,900