Longitudinal Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus Screening Protocol and Risk Factor Analysis for Nosocomial Transmission Control in Equine Hospitals
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Background: MRSA poses a significant threat in equine hospitals, necessitating robust infection control. Aims and Objectives: To assess MRSA colonisation dynamics and nosocomial transmission in hospitalised horses using a systematic screening protocol. Materials and Methods: 2283 horses were sampled at admission, weekly, and at discharge. Incidence rates and risk factors (like antibiotic use) were analysed using logistic regression. Results: MRSA was detected in 5.3% of horses. Community-associated and nosocomial rates were 27 and 23 per 1000 admissions, respectively. Antibiotic use (ceftiofur, aminoglycosides) was a significant predictor of nosocomial MRSA (AORs: 4.2 and 3.1). Conclusion: Structured MRSA screening enhances early detection. Antibiotic stewardship and environmental control can reduce transmission in equine hospitals.
Authors: Mohammed Sami Aleid, Doha Matooq Alamri, Abdullah H Alshammari, Duha Mohammed Alkhalaf, Ahmed Hamad Bodoky, Fatimah Ahmed Alsultan, Abdulrahman Abdullah Al-Nasser, Ahmed Abbas Alkhulaif, Rayan Yousef Alkhoudair, Abdullah Hashim Alhashim
Institution: King Faisal University
Language: English
Subfield: Infectious Diseases
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4412528206