Insights on the performance of phenotypic tests versus genotypic tests for the detection of carbapenemase-producing Gram-negative bacilli in resource-limited settings

Abstract Background: Carbapenemase-producing Gram-negative (CPGN) bacteria impose life-threatening infections with limited treatment options. Rigor and rapid detection of CPGN-associated infections is usually associated with proper treatment and better disease prognosis. Accordingly, this study aime...

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Main Authors: Noha A. Kamel, Sally T. Tohamy, Ibrahim S. Yahia, Khaled M. Aboshanab
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-10-01
Series:BMC Microbiology
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12866-022-02660-5