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High Prevalence and Temporal Variation of Extended Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Bacteria in Urban Swedish Mallards.
Microbial drug resistance (Larchmont, N.Y.) - 1 Jan 2000
Hessman Jon, Atterby Clara, Olsen Björn, Järhult Josef D
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Antibiotic resistant bacteria present a growing global healthcare challenge. Previous research demonstrates that wild birds harbor extended spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Enterobacteriaceae and may contribute to their dissemination. We aimed to assess prevalence and temporal variation in the detection rate of ESBL-producing bacteria in urban wild birds and to evaluate methods regarding sample handling....
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