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Phenotypic and genotypic characteristics of a carbapenem-resistant Serratia marcescens cohort and outbreak: describing an opportunistic pathogen.
International journal of antimicrobial agents - 1 Jan 2022
Prado Gladys, Mendes Elisa Teixeira, Martins Roberta Cristina Ruedas, Perdigão-Neto Lauro Vieira, Freire Maristela Pinheiro, Marchi Ana Paula, Côrtes Marina Farrel, Lima Victor Augusto Camarinha de Castro, Rossi Flavia, Guimarães Thais, Levin Anna Sara, Costa Silvia Figueiredo
Abstract excerpt
Serratia marcescens is an emerging opportunistic pathogen with high genetic diversity. This article describes the microbiological characteristics of isolates and the risk factors for infections caused by carbapenem-resistant S. marcescens. A retrospective study of patients colonized (n=43) and infected (n=20) with carbapenem-resistant S. marcescens over a 3-year period was conducted. Polymerase chain reaction for...
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