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Microbiol Spectr
; 11(6): e0314623, 2023 Dec 12.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-37943045
ABSTRACT
IMPORTANCE: Our study's results provide promising evidence for the incorporation of a high-sensitivity carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (CRAB) screening method in healthcare settings. Such an approach could prove beneficial in enhancing infection prevention and control measures, leading to improved patient outcomes and potentially alleviating the burden of CRAB in healthcare systems.
Subject(s)
Acinetobacter baumannii , Cross Infection , Humans , Carbapenems/pharmacology , Cross Infection/epidemiology , Watchful Waiting , Microbial Sensitivity Tests , Anti-Bacterial Agents/pharmacology
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Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol
; 44(10): 1673-1675, 2023 10.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-36815278
ABSTRACT
We report 2 outbreaks of genetically unrelated carbapenem-resistant New Delhi metallo-ß-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli caused by contaminated duodenoscopes. Using endoscopes with disposable end caps, adherence to the manufacturer's reprocessing instructions, routine audits, and manufacturer evaluation are critical in preventing such outbreaks.