Phenotypic characterization and epidemiology of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae strains from urinary tract infections in Garoua, Cameroon
In: Frontiers in Public Health, Jg. 11 (2023-06-01)
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Background and objectivesThe emergence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (ESBL-E) is causing increased morbidity and mortality around the world as a result of therapeutic failures. ESBL-E are priority pathogens due to their multidrug resistance (MDR). In Northern Cameroon, ESBL-producing bacteria, particularly in urinary tract infections (UTIs), are being increasingly isolated. This study aimed to retrospectively determine the prevalence of multi-drug resistant ESBL strains isolated from UTIs in Northern Cameroon and to evaluate the effectiveness of the ATB UR Gallery of BioMérieux in diagnosing ESBL-E in clinical settings.MethodsStandard microbiology protocols and statistical tools were utilized to identify ESBL-producing bacteria and characterize their phenotypic susceptibility and resistance profiles in the study population.ResultsOut of the 144 enterobacteria isolates successfully cultured, 59 (41%) were identified as MDR strains. The ATB UR EU gallery identified 33 (23%) multi-drug resistant ESBL-producing strains, while the double synergy test identified 35 strains without disc reconciliation and 38 strains after reconciliation. The most prevalent ESBL-E isolate was Escherichia coli, accounting for 77.1% of the isolates, followed by Klebsiella pneumoniae (20%) and Enterobacter aerogenes (2.9%). Additionally, the study revealed the emergence of Imipenem resistance (5.7%), a critical last-resort antibiotic. However, all ESBL strains were sensitive to Fosfomycin (FSF/FOS), demonstrating its potential as an effective therapeutic option. Moreover, 37% of the ESBL producers exhibited co-resistance to over 20 different antibiotics.ConclusionThis study provides valuable insights into the prevalence and susceptibility patterns of ESBL-E associated with UTIs in Northern Cameroon. These insights emphasizes the importance of implementing appropriate treatment guidelines and antimicrobial stewardship measures to mitigate the spread and impact of MDR ESBL-producing strains on public health.
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Phenotypic characterization and epidemiology of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae strains from urinary tract infections in Garoua, Cameroon
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Autor/in / Beteiligte Person: | Djim-Adjim-Ngana, Karyom ; Mbiakop, Brunel W. ; Oumar, Leila A. ; Hermann L. Munshili Njifon ; Cedric Tchinda Fossi ; Elisee L. Embolo Enyegue ; Mohamed M. Mouiche Mouliom ; Siméon P. Fodouop Chegaing ; Deweerdt, Louis ; Nicolas Njintang Yanou ; Nguinkal, Julien A. |
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Zeitschrift: | Frontiers in Public Health, Jg. 11 (2023-06-01) |
Veröffentlichung: | Frontiers Media S.A., 2023 |
Medientyp: | academicJournal |
ISSN: | 2296-2565 (print) |
DOI: | 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1187934 |
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