Abstract
We describe the inter-regional spread of a novel ESBL-producing Escherichia coli subclone (ST131H89) in long-term care facility residents, general population, and environmental water sources in Western Switzerland between 2017 and 2020. The study highlights the importance of molecular surveillance for tracking emerging antibiotic-resistant pathogens in healthcare and community settings.
Original language | English |
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Article number | e0092523 |
Pages (from-to) | 1-7 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy |
Volume | 68 |
Issue number | 2 |
Early online date | 3 Jan 2024 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 7 Feb 2024 |
Keywords
- Escherichia coli
- ST131
- antimicrobial resistance
- long-term care facility
- molecular epidemiology
- surveillance