Molecular diversity of extended-spectrum β-lactamases and carbapenemases, and antimicrobial resistance
Abstract Along with the recent spread of multidrug-resistant bacteria, outbreaks of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) and carbapenemase-producing bacteria present a serious challenge to clinicians. β-lactam antibiotics are the most frequently used antibacterial agents and ESBLs, and carbapenemase...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Intensive Care |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40560-020-0429-6 |