Molecular detection of extended‐spectrum β‐lactamase‐ and carbapenemase‐producing Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates in southwest Iran
Nabi Jomehzadeh,
Mohammad Rahimzadeh,
Bahare Ahmadi
Abstract:ObjectiveThe global emergence of carbapenem‐resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae is considered a significant contemporary concern., as carbapenems are the last resort for treating infections caused by multidrug‐resistant Gram‐negative bacteria. This study aimed to investigate the carbapenem‐resistance genes in extended‐spectrum β‐lactamase producing K. pneumoniae isolates.MethodsSeventy‐five non‐duplicate clinical K. pneumoniae strains were isolated from urine, blood, sputum, and wound samples. Antimicrobial suscep… Show more
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