Detection of chromosomal cassette in MRSA Staphylococcus aureus strains isolated in a University Hospital in Maracaibo City
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus is an important nosocomial and community pathogen. The genetic determinant of resistance is the mecA gene. 11 types of SCCmec have been described, with types II, III frequently found in hospital infections, and types IV and V in community infections. The p...
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Language: | Spanish |
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Universidad de Zulia
2018-06-01
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Series: | Kasmera |
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Online Access: | https://produccioncientificaluz.org/index.php/kasmera/article/view/24652 |