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Evaluation of carbapenem resistance using phenotypic and genotypic techniques in Enterobacteriaceae isolates.
Annals of clinical microbiology and antimicrobials - 6 Oct 2015
Sahin Kazım, Tekin Ayse, Ozdas Sule, Akin Demet, Yapislar Hande, Dilek Aziz Ramazan, Sonmez Emine
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BACKGROUND: Bacterial resistance to antibiotics is increasing worldwide. Antibiotic-resistant strains can lead to serious problems regarding treatment of infection. Carbapenem antibiotics are the final treatment option for infections caused by serious and life-threatening multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria. Therefore, an understanding of carbapenem resistance is important for infection control. In the...
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