Differences in Antimicrobial Susceptibility in Escherichia coli from Canadian Intensive Care Units Based on Regional and Demographic Variables

OBJECTIVES: Escherichia coli resistance to antimicrobials varies according to many factors. E coli isolates from Canadian intensive care units (ICUs) were studied to determine the distribution and demographics associated with antimicrobial resistance in this population.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Philippe RS Lagacé-Wiens, Melanie R DeCorby, Patricia J Baudry, Daryl J Hoban, James A Karlowsky, the CAN-ICU study group, George G Zhanel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2008-01-01
Series:Canadian Journal of Infectious Diseases and Medical Microbiology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2008/568458