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Metallo-β-lactamase and genetic diversity of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in intensive care units in Campo Grande, MS, Brazil.
The Brazilian journal of infectious diseases : an official publication of the Brazilian Society of Infectious Diseases - 1 Jan 2000
Rodrigues Ana Claudia Souza, Chang Marilene Rodrigues, Nóbrega Gabriela Dorn, Rodrigues Mayara Souza, Carvalho Nadia Cristina Pereira, Gomes Beatriz Garcia, Almeida Dênio Lopes de, Carvalho Karyne Rangel, Asensi Marise Dutra
Abstract excerpt
Infection by Pseudomonas aeruginosa has spread worldwide, with limited options for treatment. The purpose of this study was to investigate metallo-β-lactamase-producing P. aeruginosa strains and compare their genetic profile using samples collected from patients in intensive care units. Forty P. aeruginosa strains were isolated from two public hospitals in Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul State, from January 1st,...
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