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Molecular typing of antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in Nigeria.
Journal of infection and public health - 1 Jan 2000
O'Malley S M, Emele F E, Nwaokorie F O, Idika N, Umeizudike A K, Emeka-Nwabunnia I, Hanson B M, Nair R, Wardyn S E, Smith T C
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BACKGROUND: Antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus including methicillin-resistant strains (MRSA) are a major concern in densely populated urban areas. Initial studies of S. aureus in Nigeria indicated existence of antibiotic-resistant S. aureus strains in clinical and community settings. METHODS: 73 biological samples (40 throat, 23 nasal, 10 wound) were collected from patients and healthcare workers in...
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