PONERINE ANT (HYMENOPTERA: FORMICIDAE) AS VECTORS FOR BACTERIA IN PUBLIC HEALTH CENTRE, MADURAI, TAMIL NADU, INDIA [PDF]
Ants (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) are a highly sociable and diversified groups of insects found in tropical regions. They coexist harmoniously with humans and are well-adapted to urban environment.
Thangavel Rajagopal +5 more
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Extended spectrum beta-lactamase detection in gram-negative bacilli of nosocomial origin
Background: Resistance to third generation cephalosporins by acquisition and expression of extended spectrum beta lactamase (ESBL) enzymes among gram-negative bacilli is on a rise. The presence of ESBL producing organisms significantly affects the course
Dechen C Tsering +4 more
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Characteristics and drug resistance of 289 pathogenic strains in nosocomial infection [PDF]
Objective To analyze the distribution and drug resistance of pathogens in nosocomial infection (NI) among patients in general hospital. Methods 289 pathogenic strains in NI were screened from hospitalized patients.
Fu Jinxian, Yu Guangchao, Pi Sainan, Chen Youpeng
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Infectious Diseases Associated With Renal Homotransplantation: I. Incidence, Types, and Predisposing Factors [PDF]
Infectious diseases occurred in 26 of 30 renal homotransplantation patients and contributed to eight of the 12 deaths in this series. There were 52 infections, 17 occurring before and 35 after transplantation.
Marchioro, TL +3 more
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Post-neurosurgical meningitis; gram negative bacilli vs. gram positive cocci
Background: Post-neurosurgical meningitis is a significant cause of mortality and morbidity. In this study we aimed to compare the differences of clinical, laboratory features and outcomes between the post-neurosurgical meningitis caused by gram-negative
Mehdi Zeinalizadeh +7 more
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Emergence of Carbapenem-Resistant Gram-Negative Isolates in Hospital Settings in Djibouti
Introduction: The antimicrobial resistance (AMR) of bacteria is increasing rapidly against all classes of antibiotics, with the increasing detection of carbapenem-resistant isolates.
Ayan Ali Ragueh +4 more
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The microbiota of the bilio-pancreatic system: A cohort, STROBE-compliant study [PDF]
Background: The gut microbiota play an essential role in protecting the host against pathogenic microorganisms by modulating immunity and regulating metabolic processes.
Agrusa A. +8 more
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Detection of SHV β-lactamases in Gram-negative bacilli using fluorescein-labeled antibodies [PDF]
Background β-lactam resistance in Gram-negative bacteria is a significant clinical problem in the community, long-term care facilities, and hospitals. In these organisms, β-lactam resistance most commonly results from the production of β-lactamases.
Bethel Christopher R +5 more
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Background and Objectives: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is increasing worldwide and imposes significant life-threatening risks to several different populations, especially to those in intensive care units (ICU).
Andrés H. Uc-Cachón +4 more
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Background Colonization of the oropharynx with gram-negative bacilli (GNB) is considered a negative prognostic factor in immunocompromised individuals. Hemato-oncologic patients represent a high-risk group due to their immunodeficiencies and associated ...
Karla E. Santibañez-Bedolla +4 more
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