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Molecular epidemiology of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-positive Klebsiella pneumoniae from bloodstream infections and risk factors for mortality.
Journal of infection and chemotherapy : official journal of the Japan Society of Chemotherapy - 1 Dec 2014
Gürntke Stephan, Kohler Christian, Steinmetz Ivo, Pfeifer Yvonne, Eller Christoph, Gastmeier Petra, Schwab Frank, Leistner Rasmus
Abstract excerpt
The prevalence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-positive Klebsiella pneumoniae is growing worldwide. Infections with these bacteria are suspected to be related to increased mortality. We aimed to estimate the distribution of ESBL genotypes and to assess the impact on mortality associated with ESBL positivity in cases of bloodstream infection (BSI) due to K. pneumoniae. We performed a cohort study on...
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