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Staphylococcus aureus in a northern Italian region: phenotypic and molecular characterization.
Scandinavian journal of infectious diseases - 1 Jan 2012
Gagliotti Carlo, Monaco Monica, Sabia Carla, Gargiulo Raffaele, Sarti Mario, Sanchini Andrea, Marchi Massimiliano, Ambretti Simone, Calanca Fabio, Carillo Carmelina, Cipolloni Antonio Paolo, Confalonieri Massimo, Di Carlo Claudia, Pedna Maria Federica, Ricci Lidia, Rossi Maria Rita, Incerti Silvia Storchi, Testa Giovanna, Venturelli Claudia, Pantosti Annalisa, Moro Maria Luisa
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Staphylococcus aureus is a leading cause of community-acquired infections and healthcare-associated infections. Epidemiological data are useful for understanding the dynamics of the diffusion of this pathogen, and to plan control activities and monitor their efficacy. METHODS: S. aureus isolates were collected in 13 public hospital laboratories of Emilia-Romagna (northern Italy region) during...
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