Prevalence of extended-spectrum-β-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae: first systematic meta-analysis report from Pakistan

Prevalence of extended-spectrum-β-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae: first systematic meta-analysis report from Pakistan

Abstract Background South-Asia is known as a hub for multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria. Unfortunately, proper surveillance and documentation of MDR pathogens is lacking in Pakistan. The alarming increase in the prevalence of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Enterobacteriaceae is a ser...

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Main Authors: Samyyia Abrar, Shahida Hussain, Rehan Ahmad Khan, Noor Ul Ain, Hayat Haider, Saba Riaz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-02-01
Series:Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control
Subjects:
MDR
ESBLs
Enterobacteriaceae
Meta-analysis
Pakistan
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13756-018-0309-1

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