Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamases (ESBL) producing Gram Negative Bacilli (GNB) is a worldwide problem. Although few studies have reported on the prevalence of ESBL producers in Indian hospitals, ESBL producing bacteria may have evolved in several hospitals all over the country. Therefore the study was carried out at
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