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Yoginath Bhambure S, E Costa LIC, Gatty AM, Manjunatha KG, Vittal R, Sannejal AD. Unveiling the traits of antibiotic resistance and virulence in Escherichia coli obtained from poultry waste. Braz J Microbiol 2024; 55:2997-3007. [PMID: 38809497 PMCID: PMC11405593 DOI: 10.1007/s42770-024-01367-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024] Open
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Antibiotic resistance and virulence factors in avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) have become significant concerns, contributing to adverse environmental effects. The extensive use of antibiotics in poultry farming has resulted in the emergence of antibiotic-resistant APEC strains. This study prioritizes the molecular screening of APEC to uncover their antibiotic resistance and virulence attributes, with specific attention to their environmental impact. To address the imperative of understanding APEC pathogenesis, our study analyzed 50 poultry waste samples including 10 poultry litter, 15 fecal matter, 15 wastewater, and 10 anatomical waste samples. For the presence of virulence genes, 35 Escherichia coli isolates were subjected to molecular characterization. Amongst these, 27 were APEC strains demonstrating the presence of at least four virulence genes each. Notably, virulence genes such as fimH, ompA, ybjX, waaL, cvaC, hlyF, iss, ompT, and iroN were observed among all the E. coli isolates. Furthermore, eleven of the APEC strains exhibited resistance to tetracycline, ampicillin, sulphonamides, and fluoroquinolones.These findings highlight the role of APEC as a potential source of environmental pollution serving as a reservoir for virulence and resistance genes. Understanding the dynamics of antibiotic resistance and virulence in APEC is essential due to its potential threat to broiler chickens and the broader population through the food chain, intensifying concerns related to environmental pollution. Recognizing the ecological impact of APEC is essential for developing effective strategies to mitigate environmental pollution and safeguard the health of ecosystems and human populations.
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- Sahil Yoginath Bhambure
- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research (NUCSER), Paneer campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research (NUCSER), Paneer campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research (NUCSER), Paneer campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research (NUCSER), Paneer campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research (NUCSER), Paneer campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research (NUCSER), Paneer campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India.
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Matope G, Chaima K, Bande B, Bare W, Kadzviti F, Jinjika F, Tivapasi M. Isolation of multi-drug-resistant strains of Escherichia coli from faecal samples of dogs and cats from Harare, Zimbabwe. Vet Med Sci 2024; 10:e1472. [PMID: 39031748 PMCID: PMC11190846 DOI: 10.1002/vms3.1472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Revised: 04/04/2024] [Accepted: 04/21/2024] [Indexed: 07/22/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The escalation of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in recent years has been of major public health concern globally. Escherichia coli are amongst the bacteria that have been targeted for AMR surveillance due to their ability to cause infection in both animals and humans. Their propensity to produce extended spectrum beta-lactamases further complicates the choices of treatment regimens. OBJECTIVES To investigate the prevalence of antimicrobial-resistance in E. coli strains isolated from faecal samples of dogs and cats from selected veterinary surgeries and animal shelters from Harare, Zimbabwe. MATERIALS AND METHODS A cross-sectional study was carried out to select animals by a systematic random procedure. Faecal samples were collected for culture and isolation of E. coli. Their susceptibility to antimicrobial drugs was assessed using the disc diffusion method. RESULTS A total of 95% (133/140) of the samples from cats (n = 40) and dogs (n = 93) yielded E. coli. Resistance was recorded for ampicillin (45.9%), trimethoprim-sulphamethoxazole (44.4%), nalidixic acid (29.3%), ceftazidime (15.8%) and azithromycin (12.8%), but not for gentamicin and imipenem. A total of 18% of the isolates were multi-drug-resistant where resistance to nalidixic acid, ampicillin and trimethoprim-sulphamethoxazole predominated. CONCLUSION We observed relatively high AMR of E. coli strains against ampicillin. The isolation of multi-drug-resistant strains of E. coli may signal the dissemination of resistance genes in the ecosystem of these bacteria which may have a public health impact.
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- Gift Matope
- Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, Faculty of Veterinary ScienceUniversity of ZimbabweHarareZimbabwe
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- Department of Clinical Veterinary Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary ScienceUniversity of ZimbabweHarareZimbabwe
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- Department of Clinical Veterinary Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary ScienceUniversity of ZimbabweHarareZimbabwe
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- Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, Faculty of Veterinary ScienceUniversity of ZimbabweHarareZimbabwe
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- Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, Faculty of Veterinary ScienceUniversity of ZimbabweHarareZimbabwe
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- Department of Veterinary ServicesUniversity of ZimbabweHarareZimbabwe
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- Department of Clinical Veterinary Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary ScienceUniversity of ZimbabweHarareZimbabwe
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Tilahun M, Fiseha M, Alebachew M, Gedefie A, Ebrahim E, Tesfaye M, Belete MA, Seid A, Gebretsadik D, Alemayehu E, Demsiss W, Sharew B, Shibabaw A, Mekonnen H, Dessie T. Uro-pathogens: Multidrug resistance and associated factors of community-acquired UTI among HIV patients attending antiretroviral therapy in Dessie Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northeast Ethiopia. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0296480. [PMID: 38820330 PMCID: PMC11142584 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0296480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2022] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/02/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Urinary tract infections are common bacterial and fungal infections in humans, occurring both in the community and in immunocompromised patients in healthcare settings. Urinary tract infections have a significant health impact on HIV-infected patients. Nowadays, drug-resistant pathogens are widespread poses a serious clinical risk, and causes urinary tract infection. The common agents of bacteria and fungi that cause urinary tract infection are Escherichia coli followed by Klebsiella pneumonia, Staphylococcus saprophyticus, Enterococcus faecalis, group B streptococcus, Proteus mirabilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida. albicans. This study aimed to investigate uro-pathogen, multidrug resistance pattern of bacteria, and associated factors of community-acquired urinary tract infection among HIV-positive patients attending antiretroviral therapy in Dessie comprehensive specialized hospital, Northeast Ethiopia from February 1, 2021, to March 30, 2021. METHODS An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted at Dessie Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. Socio-demographic and clinical data were collected by using structured questionnaires from HIV patients suspected of community-acquired urinary tract infections. About 10 ml of clean-catch midstream urine was collected and inoculated into Blood agar, MacConkey, and Cysteine lactose electrolyte deficient media. Yeasts were identified by using Gram stain, germ tube test, carbohydrate fermentation, assimilation tests, and chromogenic medium. Gram stain and biochemical tests were performed to identify isolates and an antimicrobial susceptibility pattern was performed on disc diffusion techniques. Data were entered and analyzed using SPSS version 25. Both bivariate and multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed and a P value of < 0.05 with an adjusted odds ratio with their 95% confidence interval (CI) was used as statistically significant associations. RESULTS From the total 346 study participants, 92 (26.6%) were culture positive 75 (81.52%) were bacterial and 17 (18.48%) were fungal pathogens. From a total of 75 bacteria isolates 51(68%) were Gram-negative bacteria and the most commonly isolated bacteria were E. coli 16 (21.33%) followed by K. pneumoniae 11(14.67%) and enterococcus species 10(10.87. Of the 17 fungal isolates of fungi, 8(47.1%) were represented by C. tropicalis. Of the isolated bacteria, 61(81.3%) were resistant to three and above classes of antibiotics (drug classes). About 13 (81.3%) of E. coli, 9(81.8%) of K. pneumoniae, 8(80%) of Enterococcus species, 7 (77.8%) of P. aeruginosa, and CoNs 7(87.5%) were the most frequently exhibited three and above classes of antibiotics (multi-drug resistance). Amikacin and gentamicin were effective against Gram-negative Uro-pathogens. Participants aged>44year, female, being daily labor, being farmer, unable to read and write, patients with CD4 count of ≤ 200 cells/mm3 and CD4 count of 201-350 cells/mm3, who had chronic diabetics, patients having a history of hospitalization and who had urgency of urinations were statistically significant association with significant urinary tract infections. CONCLUSION The burden of community-acquired urinary tract infections among HIV patients is alarmingly increased. Therefore, behavior change communications might be considered for promoting the health status of HIV patients. Moreover, CD4 level monitoring and therapeutics selection based on microbiological culture are quite advisable for the management of urinary tract infections of HIV patients.
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- Mihret Tilahun
- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Amhara Public Health Institute Dessie Branch, Dessie, Ethiopia
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Kasanga M, Shempela DM, Daka V, Mwikisa MJ, Sikalima J, Chanda D, Mudenda S. Antimicrobial resistance profiles of Escherichia coli isolated from clinical and environmental samples: findings and implications. JAC Antimicrob Resist 2024; 6:dlae061. [PMID: 38680604 PMCID: PMC11055401 DOI: 10.1093/jacamr/dlae061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2024] [Accepted: 03/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024] Open
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Background The overuse and misuse of antimicrobials has worsened the problem of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) globally. This study investigated the AMR profiles of Escherichia coli isolated from clinical and environmental samples in Lusaka, Zambia. Methods This was a cross-sectional study conducted from February 2023 to June 2023 using 450 samples. VITEK® 2 Compact was used to identify E. coli and perform antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Data analysis was done using WHONET 2022 and SPSS version 25.0. Results Of the 450 samples, 66.7% (n = 300) were clinical samples, whereas 33.3% (n = 150) were environmental samples. Overall, 47.8% (n = 215) (37.8% clinical and 10% environmental) tested positive for E. coli. Of the 215 E. coli isolates, 66.5% were MDR and 42.8% were ESBL-producers. Most isolates were resistant to ampicillin (81.4%), sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (70.7%), ciprofloxacin (67.9%), levofloxacin (64.6%), ceftriaxone (62.3%) and cefuroxime (62%). Intriguingly, E. coli isolates were highly susceptible to amikacin (100%), imipenem (99.5%), nitrofurantoin (89.3%), ceftolozane/tazobactam (82%) and gentamicin (72.1%). Conclusions This study found a high resistance of E. coli to some antibiotics that are commonly used in humans. The isolation of MDR and ESBL-producing E. coli is a public health concern and requires urgent action. Therefore, there is a need to instigate and strengthen interventional strategies including antimicrobial stewardship programmes to combat AMR in Zambia.
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- Maisa Kasanga
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Laboratory Department, Churches Health Association of Zambia, CHAZ COMPLEX Meanwood Drive (off Great East Road), Plot No. 2882/B/5/10, P.O. Box 34511, JC9H+VFF, Lusaka, Zambia
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- Public Health Department, Michael Chilufya Sata School of Medicine, Copperbelt University, Ndola, Zambia
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- Department of Pathology and Microbiology, Lusaka Trust Hospital, Plot 2191, H8CC+52F, Nsumbu Rd, Woodlands, Lusaka, Zambia
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- Laboratory Department, Churches Health Association of Zambia, CHAZ COMPLEX Meanwood Drive (off Great East Road), Plot No. 2882/B/5/10, P.O. Box 34511, JC9H+VFF, Lusaka, Zambia
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- Adult Centre of Excellence, University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Health Sciences, University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
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Muthusamy R, Mahesh S, Travasso C. Antibiotic Profiling of E. coli Borne UTI Infection in Tertiary Healthcare Settings. Cureus 2024; 16:e56632. [PMID: 38646249 PMCID: PMC11032086 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.56632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/23/2024] Open
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Introduction In general, with frequent recurrence of urinary tract infections (UTIs), long-term antibiotic therapy is stipulated at a low dose. With this type of situation and with easy access to several classes of antibiotics in tertiary health care settings, the use of such drugs results in the development of resistant bacteria in patients. Escherichia coli is a frequent cause of UTI observed. Hence, it was proposed in the present study to assess the antimicrobial resistance status of E. coli in UTI-infected patients. Methods This study was conducted among female patients diagnosed with UTI. About 80 urine samples were collected in an aseptic condition, Under the process of culture identification 44 samples were found to be positive for UTI infection. The positive samples were plated on blood agar. Out of 44 samples, 18 samples were found to be positive, and 26 samples were negative for E. coli infection. The 18 samples were screened on MALDI-TOF for identification. Further, the samples were assessed for susceptibility to antibiotic medication within the study area. Result The study identified different strains of E. coli, and the CHB gene E. coli was found in eight samples. The sample showed pink oval-round spots in the culture medium and was resistant to nitrofurantoin, cephalosporin, and cephalexin antibiotics. Hence, antimicrobial susceptibility tests are necessary for managing and treating bacterial E. coli infections. Conclusion E. coli is a common bacterium found in the vaginal region of patients, suggesting a potential infection. E. coli can be associated with UTIs in women. The results from this study conclude that E. coli is rapidly becoming multidrug-resistant, as only higher antibiotics can inhibit its growth. To effectively manage infections caused by E. coli proper diagnosis, laboratory testing, and antibiotic treatment are required.
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- Raman Muthusamy
- Microbiology, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, IND
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- Medicine, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, IND
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- Microbiology, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, IND
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Zhang Y, Han X, Zhao J, Gan M, Chen Y, Zhang J, He Y, Wu M, Liu H. Process optimization and character evaluation of Bletilla striata polysaccharide (BSP) and chitosan (CS) composite hemostatic sponge (BSP-CS). Biointerphases 2024; 19:021002. [PMID: 38526056 DOI: 10.1116/6.0003369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/26/2024] Open
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Bletilla striata polysaccharide (BSP) and chitosan (CS) were chemically cross-linked using oxalyl chloride to prepare a composite hemostatic sponge (BSP-CS), and the process parameters were optimized using the Box-Behnken design (BBD) with response surface methodology. To optimize the performance of the hemostatic sponge, we adjusted the ratio of independent variables, the amount of oxalyl chloride added, and the freeze-dried volume. A series of evaluations were conducted on the hemostatic applicability of BSP-CS. The characterization results revealed that BSP-CS had a stable bacteriostatic effect on Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa within 72 h, and the bacteriostatic rate was above 30%. The CCK-8 cytotoxicity test demonstrated that BSP-CS had a certain effect on promoting cell proliferation of L929 cells. In the mouse tail-cutting experiment, the hemostasis time of BSP-CS was 463.0±38.16 s, shortened by 91.3 s on average compared with 554.3±34.67 s of the gauze group. The blood loss of the BSP-CS group was 28.47±3.74 mg, which was 34.7% lower than that of the control gauze group (43.6±3.83 mg). In the in vitro coagulation experiment, the in vitro coagulation index of the BSP-CS group was 97.29%±1.8%, which was reduced to 8.6% of the control group. The CT value of the BSP-CS group was 240±15 s, which was 155 s lower than that of the gauze group (355±31.22 s). All characterization results indicate that BSP-CS is an excellent hemostatic material.
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- Yeshan Zhang
- Key laboratory of Plant Resource Conservation and Germplasm Innovation in Mountainous Region (Ministry of Education), College of Life Sciences/Institute of Agro-bioengineering, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, Guizhou Province, China
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- Institute of Modern Chinese Herbal Medicine/Guizhou Institute of Crop Variety Resources, Guizhou Engineering Research Center for the Cultivation and Planting of Chinese Medicine Bletilla striata, Guizhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Guiyang 550006, China
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- Guizhou Tongde Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Tongren 554300, Guizhou Province, China
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- Guizhou Vocational College of Agriculture, Guiyang 551400, Guizhou Province, China
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- Institute of Modern Chinese Herbal Medicine/Guizhou Institute of Crop Variety Resources, Guizhou Engineering Research Center for the Cultivation and Planting of Chinese Medicine Bletilla striata, Guizhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Guiyang 550006, China
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- Institute of Modern Chinese Herbal Medicine/Guizhou Institute of Crop Variety Resources, Guizhou Engineering Research Center for the Cultivation and Planting of Chinese Medicine Bletilla striata, Guizhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Guiyang 550006, China
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- Key laboratory of Plant Resource Conservation and Germplasm Innovation in Mountainous Region (Ministry of Education), College of Life Sciences/Institute of Agro-bioengineering, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, Guizhou Province, China
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- Institute of Modern Chinese Herbal Medicine/Guizhou Institute of Crop Variety Resources, Guizhou Engineering Research Center for the Cultivation and Planting of Chinese Medicine Bletilla striata, Guizhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Guiyang 550006, China
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- Institute of Modern Chinese Herbal Medicine/Guizhou Institute of Crop Variety Resources, Guizhou Engineering Research Center for the Cultivation and Planting of Chinese Medicine Bletilla striata, Guizhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Guiyang 550006, China
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Mubaraki MA, Ali J, Khattak B, Fozia F, Khan TA, Hussain M, Aslam M, Iftikhar A, Ahmad I. Characterization and Antibacterial Potential of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles in Eradicating Uropathogenic E. coli. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:166-177. [PMID: 38222566 PMCID: PMC10785290 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c03078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2023] [Revised: 07/21/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/16/2024]
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Proper management and control measurements are needed to stop the spread of highly pathogenic E. coli isolates that cause urinary tract infections (UTI) by developing new antibacterial agents to ensure the safety of public health. Therefore, the present investigations were used to achieve the synthesis of iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) via a simple coprecipitation method using ferric nitrates Fe (NO3)3 as the precursor and hydrazine solution as the precipitator and to explore the antibacterial activity against eradicating Uropathogenic Escherichia coli (E. coli). The synthesized IONPs were further studied using a UV-vis spectrophotometer, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and scanning electron microscopic (SEM) analysis. The maximum surface plasmon resonance peak was observed as absorption at 320 nm in a colloidal solution to validate the synthesis of IONPs. The FT-IR analysis was used to identify different photoactive functional groups that were responsible for the reduction of Fe (NO3)3 to IONPs. The crystalline nature of synthesized IONPs was revealed by XRD patterns with an average particle size ranging as 29 nm. The SEM image was employed to recognize the irregular morphology of synthesized nanoparticles. Moreover, significant antibacterial activity was observed at 1 mg/mL stock solution but after (125, 250, and 500 μg/mL) dilution, the synthesized IONPs showed moderate activity and became inactive at lower concentrations. The morphological and biochemical tests were used to confirm the presence of E. coli in the samples. Furthermore, the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bacterial concentration (MBC) were carried out to determine the inhibitory concentrations for the isolated bacteria. The isolated E. coli were also subjected to antibiotic sensitivity testing that showed high resistance to antibiotics such as penicillin and amoxicillin. Thus, the findings of this study were to use IONPs against antibiotic resistance that has been developed in an inappropriate way.
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- Murad A Mubaraki
- Clinical Laboratory Sciences Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Microbiology, Kohat University of Science and Technology, Kohat 26000, Pakistan
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- Department of Microbiology, Kohat University of Science and Technology, Kohat 26000, Pakistan
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- Biochemistry Department, Khyber Medical University Institute of Dental Sciences, Kohat 26000, Pakistan
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- Department of Microbiology, Kohat University of Science and Technology, Kohat 26000, Pakistan
- Institute of Pathology and Diagnostic Medicine, Khyber Medical University, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 25100, Pakistan
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- Department of Microbiology, Kohat University of Science and Technology, Kohat 26000, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Kohat University of Science & Technology, Kohat 26000, Pakistan
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- Bio-science and Biotechnology, Clarkson University, Box 5805, 8 Clarkson Avenue, Potsdam, New York 13699-5725, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Kohat University of Science & Technology, Kohat 26000, Pakistan
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Iwu CD, Nontongana N, Iwu-Jaja CJ, Anyanwu BO, du Plessis E, Korsten L, Okoh AI. Spatial diarrheal disease risks and antibiogram diversity of diarrheagenic Escherichia coli in selected access points of the Buffalo River, South Africa. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0288809. [PMID: 37616257 PMCID: PMC10449160 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0288809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 07/04/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Freshwater sources, often used for domestic and agricultural purposes in low- and middle-income countries are repositories of clinically significant bacterial pathogens. These pathogens are usually diversified in their antibiogram profiles posing public health threats. This study evaluated the spatial diarrhoeal disease risk and antibiogram diversity of diarrheagenic Escherichia coli (DEC) in four access points of the Buffalo River, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa using standard epidemiological, culture, and molecular methods. The diarrhoeal disease risk was characterised using the Monte Carlo simulation, while the antibiogram diversity was assessed using the species observed Whittaker's single alpha-diversity modelling. E. coli mean count was highest in King William's Town dam [16.0 × 102 CFU/100ml (SD: 100.0, 95% CI: 13.5 × 102 to 18.5 × 102)]. Enterohemorrhagic E. coli (stx1/stx2) was the most prevalent DEC pathotype across the study sites. A high diarrhoeal disease risk of 25.0 ×10-2 exceeding the World Health Organization's standard was recorded across the study sites. The average single and multiple antimicrobial resistance indices of the DEC to test antimicrobials were highest in the Eluxolzweni dam [0.52 (SD: 0.25, 95% CI: 0.37 to 0.67)] and King William's Town dam [0.42 (SD: 0.25, 95% CI: 0.27 to 0.57)] respectively. The prevalent antibiotic resistance genes detected were tetA, blaFOX and blaMOX plasmid-mediated AmpC, blaTEM and blaSHV extended-spectrum β-lactamases, which co-occurred across the study sites on network analysis. The phenotypic and genotypic resistance characteristics of the DEC in Maden dam (r = 0.93, p<0.00), Rooikrantz dam (r = 0.91, p<0.00), King William's Town dam (r = 0.83, p = 0.0), and Eluxolzweni dam (r = 0.91, p<0.00) were strongly correlated. At least, three phylogenetic clades of the DEC with initial steep descent alpha-diversity curves for most of the test antimicrobials were observed across the study sites, indicating high diversity. The occurrence of diversified multi drug resistant DEC with diarrhoeal disease risks in the Buffalo River substantiates the role surface water bodies play in the dissemination of drug-resistant bacterial pathogens with public health implications.
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- Chidozie Declan Iwu
- SAMRC Microbial Water Quality Monitoring Centre, University of Fort Hare, Alice, South Africa
- Applied and Environmental Microbiology Research Group (AEMREG), University of Fort Hare, Alice, South Africa
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- SAMRC Microbial Water Quality Monitoring Centre, University of Fort Hare, Alice, South Africa
- Applied and Environmental Microbiology Research Group (AEMREG), University of Fort Hare, Alice, South Africa
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- Centre for Occupational Health, Safety and Environment, University of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
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- Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Pretoria, Hatfield, South Africa
- Department of Science and Technology-National Research Foundation Centre of Excellence in Food Security, Pretoria, South Africa
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- Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Pretoria, Hatfield, South Africa
- Department of Science and Technology-National Research Foundation Centre of Excellence in Food Security, Pretoria, South Africa
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- SAMRC Microbial Water Quality Monitoring Centre, University of Fort Hare, Alice, South Africa
- Applied and Environmental Microbiology Research Group (AEMREG), University of Fort Hare, Alice, South Africa
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Jitpratoom P, Boonyasiri A. Determinants of urinary tract infection in hospitalized patients with acute ischemic stroke. BMC Neurol 2023; 23:251. [PMID: 37391711 PMCID: PMC10311730 DOI: 10.1186/s12883-023-03296-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 07/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Stroke is a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common post-acute ischemic stroke (AIS) complication. We assessed the incidence, determinant factors, infection characteristics, post-stroke complications, and outcomes of hospitalized AIS patients with UTI. METHODS This retrospective cohort study included AIS patients admitted within 7 days of stroke onset. The patients were divided into the UTI group and the non-UTI (control) group. Clinical data were collected and compared between the groups. RESULTS There were 342 AIS patients (31 with UTIs and 311 controls). The multivariate analysis showed that an initial National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score of ≥ 15 (odds ratio [OR] 5.00, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.33-18.72) and Foley catheter retention (OR 14.10, 95% CI 3.25-61.28) were risk factors for UTI, whereas smoking (OR 0.08, 95% CI 0.01-0.50), an initial systolic blood pressure (SBP) of > 120 mmHg (OR 0.06, 95% CI 0.01-0.31), and statin use (OR 0.02, 95% CI 0.0006-0.42) were protective factors. Twenty cases (64.5%) were community-acquired and 11 cases (35.3%) were hospital-acquired. Ten patients (32.3%) had catheter-associated UTIs. The most common pathogen was Escherichia coli (13 patients, 41.9%). Post-stroke complications were significantly more common in the UTI group, including pneumonia, respiratory failure, sepsis, brain edema, seizure, symptomatic hemorrhagic transformation, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation with a rapid ventricular response, acute kidney injury, and hyponatremia. The median length of stay (LOS) in the UTI group was 12 days versus 3 days in the control group (p < 0.001). The median 3-month modified Rankin Scale score was higher (5 in UTI and 2 in control; p < 0.001) and the median 3-month Barthel Index was lower (0 in UTI and 100 in control; p < 0.001) in the UTI group than in the control group. CONCLUSIONS The risk factors for post-AIS UTI included severe stroke (NIHSS score ≥ 15) and urethral catheter indwelling. An initial SBP of > 120 mmHg and statin use were protective factors. The UTI group had significantly worse post-stroke complications, a longer LOS, and worse 3-month outcomes. Smoking was protective, which requires further investigation.
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- Department of Research and Development, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
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Akinjogunla OJ, Odeyemi AT, Udofia EAS, Adefiranye OO, Yah CS, Ehinmore I, Etukudo IU. Enterobacteriaceae isolates from clinical and household tap water samples: antibiotic resistance, screening for extended-spectrum, metallo- and ampC-beta-lactamases, and detection of blaTEM,blaSHV and blaCTX-M in Uyo, Nigeria. Germs 2023; 13:50-59. [PMID: 38023952 PMCID: PMC10659753 DOI: 10.18683/germs.2023.1366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Revised: 02/18/2023] [Accepted: 03/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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Introduction Infections caused by multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria, extended spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL), metallo-β-lactamase (MBL) and AmpC-β-lactamase (AmpC-βL)-producers are increasing globally. This study identified bacteria in clinical and tap water samples and determined the prevalence of MDR, and β-lactamase enzymes and genes. Methods Isolates were identified by the Vitek 2 (bioMérieux, France) automated system. Antibiotic resistance and screening for β-lactamase enzymes and genes was done using disc diffusion method and Vitek 2 automated system, CHROMagar-ESBL, combined double disc, inhibition-based method and multiplex polymerase chain reaction, respectively. Results The Enterobacteriaceae isolates obtained were Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Citrobacter freundii, Salmonella spp., Proteus mirabilis, Enterobacter aerogenes, Shigella sonnei, Proteus vulgaris, Enterobacter sakazakii, Klebsiella oxytoca, Citrobacter diversus, and Serratia liquefaciens. Of the 674 isolates from clinical samples, 36.5%, 28.5%, and 19.9% were ESBL, MBL, and AmpC-βL producers, respectively. A low prevalence of AmpC-βL and MBL producers were obtained, with no significant difference (p<0.05) between the prevalence of ESBL and non-ESBL producers. Isolates exhibited varied levels of resistance to gentamicin, amoxicillin-clavulanic acid, ciprofloxacin, and tetracycline. The results showed that 54.6% of ESBL producers, 57.9% of MBL producers, and 62.8% of AmpC-βL producers were MDR strains. Of the 141 representative isolates tested, 36.9%, 15.6%, and 20.6% had only blaTEM, blaSHV, and blaCTX-M, respectively; 5.7% possessed both blaTEM and blaSHV; 7.1% possessed both blaTEM and blaCTX-M and 4.3% had both blaSHV and blaCTX-M. Conclusions This study found a high prevalence of β-lactamase producers, indicating the need for further research on the molecular epidemiology of β-lactamase producers and their impacts in the region.
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- Olajide J. Akinjogunla
- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, University of Uyo, P.M.B. 1017, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
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- Department of Microbiology, College of Pure and Applied Science, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State, Nigeria
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, University of Uyo, P.M.B. 1017, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
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- School of Health Systems and Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, South Africa
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Abid Fazaa ALmiyah S. Detection of AcrA and AcrB Efflux Pumps in Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumonia that Isolated from Wounds Infection Patients in Al-Diwaniyah Province. ARCHIVES OF RAZI INSTITUTE 2023; 78:269-276. [PMID: 37312720 PMCID: PMC10258248 DOI: 10.22092/ari.2022.358956.2342] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2022] [Accepted: 07/10/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Many infections produced by multidrug-resistant (MDR) Klebsiella pneumoniae are the main cause of death and treatment restrictions worldwide. In K. pneumoniae, the efflux pump system is dangerous in drug resistance. Therefore, this study was designed to investigate the involvement of the AcrA and AcrB efflux pumps in antibiotic resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from wound patients. During June 2021-February 2022, 87 clinical isolates of Klebsiella pneumonia bacteria were obtained from wound samples patients consulted to the hospitals in AL-Diwaniyah province, Iraq. The disc diffusion method performed an antibiotic susceptibility test after microbiological/biochemical identification. The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique was used to examine efflux genes' prevalence (acrA and acrB). The results showed that resistance to Carbenicillin 72 (82.7%), Erythromycin 66 (75.8%), Rifampin 58 (66.6%), Ceftazidime 52 (59.7%), Cefotaxime 44 (50.5%), Novobiocin 38 (43.6%), Tetracycline 32 (36.7%), Ciprofloxacin 22 (25.2%), Gentamicin 16 (18.3%), Nitrofurantoin 6 (10.3%) in Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates. The PCR procedure revealed that the occurrence of the acrA and acrB genes is 55 (100%) and 55 (100%), respectively. The findings of this investigation show that the AcrA and AcrB efflux pumps play a crucial character in antibiotic resistance in multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae bacterial isolates. As a result of the unintentional transmission of antimicrobial resistance genes, precise detection of resistance genes using molecular approaches is required to switch the extent of resistant strains.
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- S Abid Fazaa ALmiyah
- Biology Department, Collage of Science, AL-Qadisiyah University, Ad Diwaniyah, Iraq
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Mesele F, Leta S, Amenu K, Abunna F. Occurrence of Escherichia Coli O157:H7 in lactating cows and dairy farm environment and the antimicrobial susceptibility pattern at Adami Tulu Jido Kombolcha District, Ethiopia. BMC Vet Res 2023; 19:6. [PMID: 36627664 PMCID: PMC9832739 DOI: 10.1186/s12917-023-03565-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 01/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Food-borne pathogens are the foremost causes of food-borne human illness in the world. Escherichia coli O157:H7 (E. coli O157:H7) is one of the major food-borne pathogenic bacteria around the world. Though evidence is lacking; especially in developing countries like Ethiopia, the potential health impact of E. coli O157:H7 can be high where food production, handling and consumption is often taking place under unhygienic conditions. In Ethiopia, studies reported E. coli and E. coli O157: H7 from food of animal origin, mainly meat and milk, and also animal surfaces and feces. The objective of the present study was to investigate the occurrence of E. coli O157:H7 in raw milk and the dairy production farm environment and further assess the antimicrobial resistance pattern of the bacterium. METHODS Samples of milk from individual lactating cows' and dairy farm environmental samples (feces, water and manure) were collected at Adami Tulu Jido Kombolcha district (ATJKD) and analyzed for the presence of E. coli O157:H7. Standard microbiological techniques including culture, biochemical testing and serological test were performed to isolate and identify the bacterium. The bacterial isolates were evaluated for antimicrobial susceptibility patterns using disk diffusion method. A questionnaire was used to collect possible factors affecting E. coli O157:H7 occurrence. RESULTS The overall prevalence of E. coli O157:H7 was 4.7% (19/408) (95% CI: 2.6; 6.7). Out of 19 E. coli O157:H7 isolates, 4/50, 7/154, 2/50, and 6/154 were from water, milk, manure, and feces samples, respectively. From potential risk factors considered in this study area, floor type, cleaning of pens, milking location and hand washing during the time of milking were significantly associated with the occurrence of E. coli O157:H7. The antimicrobial susceptibility pattern indicated varying degrees of resistance. All of the isolates were found to be resistant ampicillin, cephalothin, and rifampin, and 100% susceptibility was observed against the drugs: chloramphenicol, ciprofloxacin, gentamicin, nalidixic acid, kanamycin, and tetracycline. Concerning streptomycin, 63.15% of the isolates were susceptible and 36.8% showed intermediate susceptibility. CONCLUSIONS The occurrence of multi-drug resistance E. coli O157:H7 observed both in lactating cows and in dairy farm environments can sustain a continuous transmission of the bacteria. The occurrence of multidrug-resistant E. coli o157:H7could hamper the control and prevention efforts.
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- Frehiwot Mesele
- Adami Tulu Agricultural Research Center, P.O. Box 35, Ziway, Ethiopia
- Addis Ababa University, Collage of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture, P.O.Box 34, Bishoftu, Oromia Ethiopia
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- Addis Ababa University, Collage of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture, P.O.Box 34, Bishoftu, Oromia Ethiopia
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- Addis Ababa University, Collage of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture, P.O.Box 34, Bishoftu, Oromia Ethiopia
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- Addis Ababa University, Collage of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture, P.O.Box 34, Bishoftu, Oromia Ethiopia
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Differentiation of Escherichia fergusonii and Escherichia coli Isolated from Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease/Ischemic Colitis and Their Antimicrobial Susceptibility Patterns. Antibiotics (Basel) 2023; 12:antibiotics12010154. [PMID: 36671355 PMCID: PMC9854958 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics12010154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2022] [Revised: 01/03/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Genotypically, 16S rRNA gene sequence analysis clearly differentiates between species. However, species delineation between Escherichia fergusonii and Escherichia coli is much more difficult and cannot be distinguished by 16S rRNA gene sequences alone. Hence, in this study, we attempted to differentiate E. fergusonii and E. coli isolated from faecal samples of disease-associated Korean individuals with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)/ischemic colitis (IC) and test the antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of isolated strains. Phylogenetic analysis was performed using the adenylate kinase (adk) housekeeping gene from the E. coli multi locus sequence typing (MLST) scheme. Antimicrobial susceptibility and minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of all disease-associated strains in addition to healthy control isolates to 14 antibiotics were determined by broth microdilution-based technique. Next, 83 isolates from 11 disease-associated faecal samples were identified as E. fergusonii using 16S rRNA gene sequence analysis. Phylogenetic analysis using the adk gene from E. coli MLST scheme revealed that most of the strains (94%) were E. coli. A total of 58 resistance patterns were obtained from 83 strains of disease-associated (IBD/IC) isolates. All isolates were resistant to at least one tested antimicrobial agent, with the highest resistance against erythromycin (88.0%), ampicillin (86.7%), ciprofloxacin (73.5%), cephalothin (72.3%), gentamicin (59%), trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (53%), cefotaxime (49.4%), and ceftriaxone (48.2%). A total of 90.7% of isolates were extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producers among the resistant strains to third-generation cephalosporins (cefotaxime or ceftriaxone). ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from patients with Crohn's disease (CD), ulcerative colitis (UC), and ischemic colitis (IC) were 92.3%, 82.4%, and 100%, respectively. In conclusion, adk-based phylogenetic analysis may be the most accurate method for distinguishing E. coli and E. fergusonii from Escherichia genus. We identified four loci in adk gene sequences which makes it easier to discriminate between E. coli and E. fergusonii. Additionally, we believe that gut colonization by multidrug-resistant ESBL-producing E. coli may play a significant role in IBD/IC pathogenesis.
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Aloe barbadensis Based Bioactive Edible Film Improved Lipid Stability and Microbial Quality of the Cheese. Foods 2023; 12:foods12020229. [PMID: 36673321 PMCID: PMC9858480 DOI: 10.3390/foods12020229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2022] [Revised: 12/12/2022] [Accepted: 12/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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An attempt was made to develop a bioactive edible film using carrageenan and A. vera gel for enhancing the storage quality of cheese using kalari, a popular Himalayan cheese, as a food-model system. The film was evaluated for various physicomechanical and oxidative properties (ABTS (2,2-azino-bis (3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonate)) and DPPH (1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl) radical scavenging activities, total flavonoid and phenolic contents). Based on preliminary trials, 1% A. vera gel was found to be optimum. The addition of the gel resulted in a significant decrease in moisture content, transparency, solubility, and water-vapor transmission rate and increased the thickness and density of the film. The film showed antimicrobial properties against E. coli and significantly (p < 0.05) decreased the lipid-oxidation (thiobarbituric acid reactive substances, free-fatty acids, and peroxide values) and increased microbial-quality (total-plate, psychrophilic, and yeast/molds) of the samples during 4-week refrigerated storage (4 ± 1 °C). The film also exhibited a significant positive impact on the sensory quality of the cheese, indicating the potential for commercial applications for quality control of cheese during storage.
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Molecular characterization of multi drug resistant Escherichia coli isolates at a tertiary hospital in Abuja, Nigeria. Sci Rep 2022; 12:14822. [PMID: 36050365 PMCID: PMC9437016 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-19289-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2021] [Accepted: 08/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Infections caused by multi-drug resistant Escherichia coli cause significant morbidity and mortality especially in developing countries. In this study, we describe the molecular characteristics of E. coli isolated from clinical specimens and the patients’ outcomes. Phenotypic methods were used in the identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of E. coli from clinical specimens from a tertiary hospital in Abuja, Nigeria. Whole genome sequencing was used to describe the antimicrobial resistance genes, serotypes, sequence types/clonal complexes, and mobile genetic elements. The mean age of the patients was 20.3 years with 70.1% females and majority of isolates 75% from urine, 21% from blood cultures, and 3% each from cerebrospinal fluid and endo-cervical swabs. Of the 107 non-duplicate E. coli isolates, 101 (94.3%) were resistant to ampicillin, 95 (88.8%) to trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, 86 (80.4%) to ceftriaxone, 60 (56.1%) to gentamicin, and eight (7.5%) to meropenem. There were 102 (95.3%) isolates that were multi-drug resistant (MDR). Expression of Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase (ESBL) phenotype was detected in 54 (50%) and blaCTX-M-15 genes detected in 75 (70.1%) isolates. The carbapenemase genes blaNDM-1 and blaNDM-5 were detected in six (5.6%), while the AmpC gene- blaCMY-2, was detected in seven (6.5%) isolates. Two (1.9%) isolates simultaneously harboured the blaOXA-1, blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-15, and blaNDM-5 genes. In total, 35 sequence types (STs) were found with the majority being ST131 (n = 23; 21.5%). The most common serotype was O25:H4 associated with all 23 strains of ST131, followed by O1:H6/ST648 (n = 6). The ST410, ST671, and ST101 strains displayed phenotypic resistance to wide array of antibiotic classes and harbored high numbers of antibiotic resistance genes via in-silico analysis. The ST410 strain in particular harbored a higher number of antibiotic resistance genes and was phenotypically resistant to a wider array of antibiotics. Four pairs of isolates were closely related with three isolates (ST131, ST38, ST652) having a pairwise SNP difference of zero. 71/72 75/76 52/14. The MDR E. coli lineages circulating in this setting pose a clinical and public health threat as they can hinder effective prevention and management of infections. The genetic diversity and MDR E. coli with the emergence of ST410 and ST101 clones is concerning because of the potential for rapid dissemination in hospitals and communities- further increasing the problems of antibiotic resistance. Continuous routine surveillance of E. coli infections for AMR in hospitals becomes imperative, aimed at development of effective antimicrobial stewardship programs, facilitating prudent use of antimicrobial agents, and limiting dissemination of resistant strains.
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Thapa A, Upreti MK, Bimali NK, Shrestha B, Sah AK, Nepal K, Dhungel B, Adhikari S, Adhikari N, Lekhak B, Rijal KR. Detection of NDM Variants ( bla NDM-1, bla NDM-2, bla NDM-3) from Carbapenem-Resistant Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae: First Report from Nepal. Infect Drug Resist 2022; 15:4419-4434. [PMID: 35983298 PMCID: PMC9379106 DOI: 10.2147/idr.s369934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background Increasing burden of carbapenem resistance among Enterobacterales is attributable to their ability to produce carbapenemase enzymes like metallo-beta-lactamase (MBL), Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase (KPC), and OXA-type. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of carbapenemases and MBL genes ((blaNDM-1,blaNDM-1 and blaNDM-3) among E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates. Methods A total of 2474 urine samples collected during the study period (July–December 2017) were processed at the microbiology laboratory of Kathmandu Model Hospital, Kathmandu. Isolates of E. coli and K. pneumoniae were processed for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) by disc diffusion method. Carbapenem-resistant isolates were subjected to Modified Hodge Test (MHT) for phenotypic confirmation, and inhibitor-based combined disc tests for the differentiation of carbapenemase (MBL and KPC). MBL-producing isolates were screened for NDM genes by polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Results Of the total urine samples processed, 19.5% (483/2474) showed the bacterial growth. E. coli (72.6%; 351/483) was the predominant isolate followed by K. pneumoniae (12.6%; 61/483). In AST, 4.4% (18/412) isolates of E. coli (15/351) and K. pneumonia (3/61) showed resistance towards carbapenems, while 1.7% (7/412) of the isolates was confirmed as carbapenem-resistant in MHT. In this study, all (3/3) the isolates of K. pneumoniae were KPC-producers, whereas 66.7% (10/15), 20% (3/15) and 13.3% (2/15) of the E. coli isolates were MBL, KPC and MBL/KPC (both)-producers, respectively. In PCR assay, 80% (8/10), 90% (9/10) and 100% (10/10) of the isolates were positive for blaNDM-1, blaNDM-2 and blaNDM-3, respectively. Conclusion Presence of NDM genes among carbapenemase-producing isolates is indicative of potential spread of drug-resistant variants. This study recommends the implementation of molecular diagnostic facilities in clinical settings for proper infection control, which can optimize the treatment therapies, and curb the emergence and spread of drug-resistant pathogens.
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- Anisha Thapa
- Department of Microbiology, Golden Gate International College, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Microbiology, Golden Gate International College, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Microbiology, Golden Gate International College, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Annapurna Neurological Institute and Allied Sciences, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Microbiology, Golden Gate International College, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Central Department of Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Central Department of Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Central Department of Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Microbiology, Golden Gate International College, Kathmandu, Nepal.,Central Department of Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Central Department of Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Siriphap A, Kitti T, Khuekankaew A, Boonlao C, Thephinlap C, Thepmalee C, Suwannasom N, Khoothiam K. High prevalence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates: A 5-year retrospective study at a Tertiary Hospital in Northern Thailand. Front Cell Infect Microbiol 2022; 12:955774. [PMID: 36004324 PMCID: PMC9393477 DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2022.955774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2022] [Accepted: 07/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background The global emergence and spread of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Enterobacterales, especially Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae, have been recognized as a public health concern as severe infections caused by these microorganisms increase morbidity and mortality. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of ESBL-positive E. coli and K. pneumoniae strains isolated from hospitalized patients in Chiangrai Prachanukroh hospital, Chiangrai province, Thailand. Methods This retrospective analysis was conducted from January 2016 to December 2020. A total of 384,001 clinical specimens were collected aseptically and further cultivated on an appropriate medium. All clinical isolates (one isolate per patient) were identified based on standard laboratory methods. Antibiotic susceptibility testing was performed by the Kirby Bauer disc diffusion technique following CLSI guidelines. ESBL production was screened with ceftazidime and cefotaxime discs based on the CLSI recommendations. Phenotypic confirmation of ESBL production was carried out using a double-disc synergy technique following the CLSI standard. Results Of a total of 384,001 clinical samples analyzed for bacterial species identification, 11,065 (2.9%) tested positive for E. coli and 5,617 (1.5%) for K. pneumoniae. Approximately 42.5% (4,706/11,065) of E. coli and 30.2% (1,697/5,617) of K. pneumoniae isolates were classified as ESBL producers. A higher proportion of ESBL producers was found in patients older than 60 years and male groups. The highest infection rates of ESBL-positive pathogens were observed among patients in a medical unit. ESBL-producing E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates were predominantly found in urine and sputum, respectively. ESBL producers exhibited a high resistance rate to ampicillin (99.8–100%), cefazolin (100%), cefotaxime (100%), fluoroquinolones, and trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole. Conclusions This study demonstrated the high prevalence and emerging antibiotic resistance of ESBL-positive E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates from patients admitted to a provincial hospital in northern Thailand. Most ESBL-producing strains were highly resistant to several antimicrobial agents apart from carbapenems and aminoglycosides. These findings indicated that carbapenems and aminoglycosides should be advised as the first-line drugs of choice for serious infections with ESBL-producing Enterobacterales.
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- Achiraya Siriphap
- Division of Microbiology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
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- Faculty of Oriental Medicine, Chiang Rai College, Chiang Rai, Thailand
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- Department of Clinical Microbiology, Chiangrai Prachanukroh Hospital, Chiang Rai, Thailand
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- Division of Biochemistry, School of Medical Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
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- Division of Biochemistry, School of Medical Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
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- Division of Biochemistry, School of Medical Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
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- Division of Microbiology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
- *Correspondence: Krissana Khoothiam,
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Ceftriaxone resistance among patients at GAMBY teaching general hospital. Sci Rep 2022; 12:12000. [PMID: 35835837 PMCID: PMC9283585 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-16132-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Ceftriaxone is a broad spectrum of widely used antibiotics as it is highly effective against Gram-negative and Gram-positive isolates. Research on Ceftriaxone resistance helps to know its current status. Hence, we aimed to identify the prevalence of Ceftriaxone resistance on bacteria isolated from clinical specimens among patients at GAMBY Teaching General Hospital Bahir Dar, Ethiopia. Hospital-based retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted at GAMBY teaching General Hospital from November 01, 2015, to December 30, 2020, on 402 clinical specimens. Ceftriaxone susceptibility tests were carried out using the Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion method. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were applied for the analysis. Escherichia coli 114 (28.4%), S. aureus 90 (22.4%), S. saprophyticus 42 (10.4%), and Klebsiella spp 42 (10.4%) were the predominant identified bacteria. The overall resistance of ceftriaxone was 230 (57.2%). Sex and type of the clinical specimens had significantly associated with its resistance whereas age was not associated with ceftriaxone resistance. Ceftriaxone resistance has been steadily increasing. Ceftriaxone resistance was high. Sex and type of the clinical specimens had significantly associated with its resistance. Prevention mechanisms to ceftriaxone resistance should be strictly implemented. The right drugs should be selected based on susceptibility patterns.
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Sahle Z, Engidaye G, Shenkute D, Metaferia Y, Shibabaw A. High Prevalence of Multi-Drug Resistance and Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Producing Enterobacteriaceae Among Hospitalized Patients Presumptive for Bacterial Infection at Debre Berhan Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia. Infect Drug Resist 2022; 15:2639-2656. [PMID: 35642212 PMCID: PMC9148578 DOI: 10.2147/idr.s363988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background Multi-drug resistant Enterobacteriaceae (MDR-E), primarily extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producers (ESBLs), have emerged as a major public health concern. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of multi-drug resistance and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae among hospitalized patients presumptive for bacterial infections at Debre Berhan Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia. Methods A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted from January to May 2021. A total of 384 hospitalized patients presumptive for bacterial infections were included in the study. Urine, wound, blood, stool, and sputum samples were collected and cultured on MacConkey agar, Cysteine Lactose Electrolyte Deficient medium, and Blood agar. Identification was done using a panel of biochemical tests. The antimicrobial susceptibility test was done by disc diffusion. Screening of ESBL production was done by using cefotaxime and ceftazidime and confirmed by the combination disk method per clinical laboratory standard institute guidelines. Data analysis was performed by Statistical Package for Social Sciences software version 25, and a P-value ≤0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results Out of 384 study participants, a total of 164 Enterobacteriaceae were isolated. The overall multi-drug resistance rate (MDR) was 92.1%. The overall prevalence of ESBL-PE was 104 (63.4%). E. coli 50 (30.5%) and K. pneumoniae 24 (14.6%) were the predominant ESBL producers. The highest ESBL producers E. coli (13.4%) and K. pneumoniae (6.1%) were isolated from urine sample. History of antibiotic use for the last three months (P-value=0.01), admission in neonatal intensive care unit (P-value=0.02), history of hospital stays (P-value=0.01), and chronic disease (P-value=0.04) showed statistically significant association with ESBL-PE infection. Conclusion The prevalence of MDR-E and ESBL-PE was high. Therefore, strong infection prevention and control measures and careful selection of antibiotics are needed in the study area to block the transmission and infection in the healthcare setting.
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- Zenawork Sahle
- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Debre Berhan Health Science College, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Debre Berhan Health Science College, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Debre Berhan University, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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Kim DK, Shin M, Kim HS, Kang DH. Inactivation efficacy of combination treatment of blue light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and riboflavin to control E. coli O157:H7 and S. Typhimurium in apple juice. INNOV FOOD SCI EMERG 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ifset.2022.103014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Prevalence and Antimicrobial Resistance of Bacteria Isolated from Marine and Freshwater Fish in Tanzania. Int J Microbiol 2022; 2022:4652326. [PMID: 35280248 PMCID: PMC8916898 DOI: 10.1155/2022/4652326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2021] [Revised: 12/06/2021] [Accepted: 02/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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This study aimed to determine the prevalence and antimicrobial resistance of bacteria isolated from retail fish and shrimp in Tanzania. A total of 92 fish and 20 shrimp samples were analyzed. Fish samples consisted of 24 Nile tilapia, 24 Nile perch, and 24 red snapper. The isolates were identified by their morphological characteristics, conventional biochemical tests, and analytical profile index test kits. The antibiotic susceptibility of selected bacteria was determined by the disc diffusion method. Out of the 92 samples analyzed, 96.7% were contaminated with 7 different bacterial species. E. coli was the most prevalent bacteria (39%), followed by Klebsiella spp. (28%) and Salmonella spp. (16%). Other species isolated from this study were Staphylococcus spp. (8%), Citrobacter (4%), Shigella spp. (3%), and Pseudomonas spp. (1%). All samples were analyzed for Campylobacter spp.; however, none of the samples tested were positive for Campylobacter spp. Fish from the open-air market were contaminated by six bacterial species: E. coli (40%), Klebsiella spp. (26%), Salmonella spp. (24%), Shigella spp. (6.7%), Citrobacter spp. (6.5%), and Pseudomonas spp. (2%), while E. coli (37%), Klebsiella spp. (33%), Staphylococcus spp. (23%), and Shigella spp. (2%) were isolated in supermarket samples. According to the International Commission on Microbiological Specifications for Foods criteria, 54 (58.7%) and 38 (41.3%) samples were good and marginally acceptable, respectively. E. coli isolates were resistant to penicillin (PEN), erythromycin (ERY), gentamicin (GEN), azithromycin (AZM), and tetracycline (TET), while Salmonella spp. isolates exhibited resistance to gentamicin (CN), tetracycline (TET), penicillin (PEN), and erythromycin (ERY). These results suggest that the presence of these bacteria might cause a health risk/hazard to human beings and may cause disease to susceptible individuals, especially immune-compromised consumers.
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Mirsepasi-Lauridsen HC, Vranckx K, Nielsen HV, Andersen LO, Archampong T, Krogfelt KA, Petersen AM. Substantial Intestinal Microbiota Differences Between Patients With Ulcerative Colitis From Ghana and Denmark. Front Cell Infect Microbiol 2022; 12:832500. [PMID: 35372093 PMCID: PMC8965593 DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2022.832500] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2021] [Accepted: 01/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Background Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a relapsing nontransmural inflammatory disease that is restricted to the colon and is characterized by flare-ups of bloody diarrhea. In this study, we aimed to investigate intestinal bacterial diversity in healthy controls and patients with UC with and without active disease, from Ghana and Denmark. Methods The study included 18 UC patients (9 with active and 9 with inactive disease) and 18 healthy controls from Ghana. In addition 16 UC patients from Denmark (8 UC with active and 8 UC with inactive disease) and 19 healthy controls from Denmark. Microbiota diversity analysis relied on sequencing of ribosomal small subunit genes. Purified genomic DNA was submitted to PCR using a primer set targeting prokaryotes and eukaryotes. The purified DNA was sequenced on the Illumina MiSeq system in a 2 × 250 bp set up (Illumina, San Diego, CA, USA). Blinded analysis of the taxonomy table was performed using BioNumerics-7.5 (Applied Maths NV, Sint-Martens-Latem, Belgium). Results When analyzing the taxonomy data for prokaryotes, cluster and principal component analysis shows Danish healthy controls clustered together, but separate from healthy controls from Ghana, which also clustered together. The Shannon diversity index (SDI) for prokaryotes shows significant differences between Danish healthy controls and patients in comparison with the corresponding groups from Ghana (p = 0.0056). Significant increased abundance of Escherichia coli was detected in healthy controls from Ghana in comparison with healthy controls from Denmark. The SDI of the prokaryotes ranges between 0 and 3.1 in the Ghana study groups, while in the Danish study groups it ranges between 1.4 and 3.2, the difference is however not significant (p = 0.138). Our data show a significant increased abundance of eukaryotes species in the healthy control group from Ghana and Denmark in comparison with patient groups from Ghana and Denmark. Conclusion Overall, healthy controls and patients with UC from Denmark have increased diversity of prokaryotes. Healthy controls from Denmark and Ghana have increased abundance of eukaryotes in comparison with UC patient groups from Denmark and Ghana.
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- Hengameh Chloé Mirsepasi-Lauridsen
- Department of Bacteria, Parasites and Fungi, Statens Serum Institut, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Science and Environment, Unit of Molecular and Medical Biology, Roskilde University, Roskilde, Denmark
- *Correspondence: Hengameh Chloé Mirsepasi-Lauridsen,
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- Department of Bacteria, Parasites and Fungi, Statens Serum Institut, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Bacteria, Parasites and Fungi, Statens Serum Institut, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, University of Ghana Medical School, Korle-Bu, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Science and Environment, Unit of Molecular and Medical Biology, Roskilde University, Roskilde, Denmark
- Department of Virus and Microbiological Special Diagnostics, Statens Serum Institut, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Copenhagen University Hospital Hvidovre, Hvidovre, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Microbiology, Copenhagen University Hospital Hvidovre, Hvidovre, Denmark
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Samy AA, Mansour AS, Khalaf DD, Khairy EA. Development of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli in some Egyptian veterinary farms. Vet World 2022; 15:488-495. [PMID: 35400950 PMCID: PMC8980374 DOI: 10.14202/vetworld.2022.488-495] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2021] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background and Aim: Food of animal origin is considered a major source of foodborne diseases. In this context, multidrug-resistant (MDR) Escherichia coli pose a serious hazard to public health due to the consumption of food contaminated with antibiotics that are used for the treatment of various bacterial infections in farm animals. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the effect of the excessive use of antibiotics on the development of MDR E. coli strains in Egyptian poultry, dairy, and meat farms.
Materials and Methods: A total of 1225 samples were randomly collected from poultry, dairy, and meat products intended for human consumption in different governorates. E. coli were isolated from the collected samples and subjected to biochemical identification and antibiotic sensitivity tests with antibiotics commonly used in human and veterinary medicine. Then, amoxicillin (AML)- and oxytetracycline (OT)-resistant E. coli isolates were subjected to a polymerase chain reaction test to detect the blaTEM and tetA genes, respectively.
Results: E. coli were isolated from 132 out of 350, 148 out of 350, 177 out of 350, and 35 out of 175 poultry, milk, meat, and human samples, respectively. Most of the isolates expressed multidrug resistance, and resistance genes (blaTEM and tetA) were detected in all the tested AML- and OT-resistant E. coli isolates.
Conclusion: Foods of animal origin may represent a source of MDR E. coli, which can be a major threat to public health.
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- A. A. Samy
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, National Research Center, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, National Research Center, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, National Research Center, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, National Research Center, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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Innovative next-generation therapies in combating multi-drug-resistant and multi-virulent Escherichia coli isolates: insights from in vitro, in vivo, and molecular docking studies. Appl Microbiol Biotechnol 2022; 106:1691-1703. [PMID: 35133473 DOI: 10.1007/s00253-022-11781-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2021] [Revised: 01/07/2022] [Accepted: 01/13/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Despite notable advances in vaccine and antimicrobial therapies, treatment failure has been increasingly reported worldwide. Of note, multi-drug-resistant (MDR) Escherichia coli (E. coli) strains have a considerable share in the evolution of this crisis. So, current practice guidelines are directed towards complementary and alternative therapies. Therefore, we evaluated the antibacterial and antivirulence activities of curcumin, thymol, and eugenol essential oils (EOs) as well as EOs-EOs and EOs-antibiotics interactions on MDR and multi-virulent E. coli isolates. Unfortunately, MDR E. coli could be isolated with a prevalence rate of 95.6% (86/90). Additionally, the majority of our isolates harbored both fimH (95.6%) and ompA (91.1%) genes, and half of them (45/90) were multi-virulent. Interestingly, all the tested EOs, especially curcumin, exhibited inhibitory activities against all MDR and multi-virulent E. coli isolates. The addition of thymol enhanced the antibacterial activities of curcumin and eugenol. Moreover, the activities of piperacillin/tazobactam and imipenem were increased by adding any one of the tested EOs. Regarding the antivirulence activities of the tested EOs, the cell surfaces of treated E. coli isolates under transmission electron microscope (TEM) were uneven. The cells appeared damaged and lost their appendages. Furthermore, EOs strongly reduced the transcription of ompA and fimH genes. The antibacterial and antivirulence activities of the used EOs were confirmed by in silico and mice protection assays. Hereby, we introduced the promising uses of curcumin, thymol, and eugenol oils as complementary and alternative therapies for combating MDR and multi-virulent E. coli isolates. KEY POINTS: • Our promising results confirmed that we were right for renewed interest of EOs. • The EOs, especially curcumin, can be used to prevent treatment failure. • We supposed a new pharmaceutical formulation of antibiotic powders dissolved in EOs.
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Pérez‐Rodríguez S, García‐Aznar JM, Gonzalo‐Asensio J. Microfluidic devices for studying bacterial taxis, drug testing and biofilm formation. Microb Biotechnol 2022; 15:395-414. [PMID: 33645897 PMCID: PMC8867988 DOI: 10.1111/1751-7915.13775] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2020] [Revised: 02/01/2021] [Accepted: 02/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Some bacteria have coevolved to establish symbiotic or pathogenic relationships with plants, animals or humans. With human association, the bacteria can cause a variety of diseases. Thus, understanding bacterial phenotypes at the single-cell level is essential to develop beneficial applications. Traditional microbiological techniques have provided great knowledge about these organisms; however, they have also shown limitations, such as difficulties in culturing some bacteria, the heterogeneity of bacterial populations or difficulties in recreating some physical or biological conditions. Microfluidics is an emerging technique that complements current biological assays. Since microfluidics works with micrometric volumes, it allows fine-tuning control of the test conditions. Moreover, it allows the recruitment of three-dimensional (3D) conditions, in which several processes can be integrated and gradients can be generated, thus imitating physiological 3D environments. Here, we review some key microfluidic-based studies describing the effects of different microenvironmental conditions on bacterial response, biofilm formation and antimicrobial resistance. For this aim, we present different studies classified into six groups according to the design of the microfluidic device: (i) linear channels, (ii) mixing channels, (iii) multiple floors, (iv) porous devices, (v) topographic devices and (vi) droplet microfluidics. Hence, we highlight the potential and possibilities of using microfluidic-based technology to study bacterial phenotypes in comparison with traditional methodologies.
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- Sandra Pérez‐Rodríguez
- Aragón Institute of Engineering Research (I3A)Department of Mechanical EngineeringUniversity of ZaragozaZaragoza50018Spain
- Multiscale in Mechanical and Biological Engineering (M2BE)IIS‐AragónZaragozaSpain
- Grupo de Genética de MicobacteriasDepartment of Microbiology, Faculty of MedicineUniversity of ZaragozaIIS AragónZaragoza50009Spain
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- Aragón Institute of Engineering Research (I3A)Department of Mechanical EngineeringUniversity of ZaragozaZaragoza50018Spain
- Multiscale in Mechanical and Biological Engineering (M2BE)IIS‐AragónZaragozaSpain
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- Grupo de Genética de MicobacteriasDepartment of Microbiology, Faculty of MedicineUniversity of ZaragozaIIS AragónZaragoza50009Spain
- CIBER Enfermedades RespiratoriasInstituto de Salud Carlos IIIMadrid28029Spain
- Institute for Biocomputation and Physics of Complex Systems (BIFI)Zaragoza50018Spain
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Schiller H, Young C, Schulze S, Pohlschroder M. Accessible and Insightful Scientific Learning Experiences Using the Microorganism Haloferax volcanii. Methods Mol Biol 2022; 2522:531-545. [PMID: 36125773 DOI: 10.1007/978-1-0716-2445-6_34] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Early exposure to science is critical to incite interest in scientific careers, promote equity and retention in STEM fields, and increase the general understanding of the scientific method. For many educators, however, the myriad resources that many scientific experiments require are not readily available. Microbiology experiments in particular can often be inaccessible for a lot of classrooms. In addition, microbiological studies often involve eukaryotic microbes and bacteria while excluding an entire domain of life: archaea. Archaea are more closely related to eukaryotes than are bacteria, and although all prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus, various key aspects of the cell biology of archaea and bacteria are fundamentally different. In addition to being useful for teaching about the diversity and evolution of living organisms, these differences between archaea and bacteria can also be harnessed to teach and emphasize other important biological topics. Haloferax volcanii is a non-pathogenic model haloarchaeon that allows for safe, affordable, and accessible microbiological experiments, as the requirement of high-salt media to grow H. volcanii presents a low risk of contamination. Here, we describe how H. volcanii can be used in the classroom and outline a protocol demonstrating their resistance to a broad spectrum of antibiotics, underscoring the distinct cell biology of bacteria and archaea. Finally, we introduce strategies and protocols to perform this and other H. volcanii experiments such that they can be performed based on the resources available in a high school or undergraduate classroom.
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- Heather Schiller
- Department of Biology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Biology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Biology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Rethinam S, Kavukcu SB, Türkmen H, Zengin ACA, Yaşa İ. Traditional Turkish Coffee with Medicinal Effect. BORNEO JOURNAL OF PHARMACY 2021. [DOI: 10.33084/bjop.v4i4.2378] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Traditional Turkish coffee (TTC) is highly associated with caffeine and is known as a mind and heart stimulant as it helps keep tiredness at bay. Daily consumption of TTC naturally benefits human health such as anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, improved energy, anti-depression, reduced risk of heart disease, etc. The TTC was derived from particular types of Arabic coffee beans (ACB), and the preparation method of TTC is unique from other types of coffee. The main objective of the study was to investigate the therapeutic and biological effects of TTC. The ACB powder was characterized physicochemically using UV-Vis spectroscopy, Fourier transforms infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX). In vitro analysis using HaCaT (Human keratinocyte cell line) proved the biocompatibility of ACB powder. Case studies which were focusing on healthy individuals as the research populace were conducted using TTC. Consumption of TTC was found beneficially compared to other types of coffee. The TTC was obtained from ACB, which was characterized by spectroscopic techniques and displayed biocompatibility due to the results on HaCaT cell lines. The TTC has beneficial therapeutic effects on individuals. According to statistical analysis, the disease-affected ratio of diabetes, heart disease, and depression was significantly decreased.
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Ajuga MU, Otokunefor K, Agbagwa OE. Antibiotic resistance and ESBL production in Escherichia coli from various sources in Aba metropolis, Nigeria. BULLETIN OF THE NATIONAL RESEARCH CENTRE 2021; 45:173. [PMID: 34690489 PMCID: PMC8524398 DOI: 10.1186/s42269-021-00628-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2021] [Accepted: 09/27/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND The increase in multidrug resistance (MDR) among pathogenic bacteria responsible for infectious diseases has led to lack of effectiveness of some antibiotics. The ability of Escherichia coli to harbor resistant genes has made the treatment of infections a major challenge. This study was carried out to assess antibiotic resistance and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) production of E. coli from various sources in Aba metropolis, Nigeria. RESULTS From a total of 350 samples collected from clinical and non-clinical sources, 137 were presumptively identified as E. coli by standard phenotypic methods and 83 were confirmed as E. coli by the detection of E. coli specific 16S rRNA gene fragments. The majority of these isolates (52, 62.7%) were from non-clinical sources. The clinical isolates, however, exhibited a higher level of resistance against 62.5% of tested antibiotics. Both group of isolates exhibited similar levels (58.1% vs 53.9%) of MDR, though. A low rate of ESBL production was observed (1.2%) following phenotypic detection of ESBL-producing abilities using the double-disc synergy test. An assessment of the presence of three beta-lactamase gene genotypes (blaTEM, blaSHV and blaCTX-M) revealed that none of the three predominant ESBL genotypes was identified in this study. CONCLUSIONS This study reports high levels of antibiotic resistance in both clinical and non-clinical E. coli isolates. Though higher rates of resistance were observed among the non-clinical isolates, both group of organisms had similar levels of MDR. Strikingly, however, was the low level of ESBL producers detected in this study and the absence of the three main genotypes associated with ESBL production in this study.
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- Martha Uzoaru Ajuga
- Department of Microbiology, Abia State Polytechnic, P.M.B 7166, Aba, Nigeria
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- Department of Microbiology, University of Port Harcourt, P.M.B.5323, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
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Elsayed MSAE, Eldsouky SM, Roshdy T, Bayoume AMA, Nasr GM, Salama ASA, Akl BA, Hasan AS, Shahat AK, Khashaba RA, Abdelhalim WA, Nasr HE, Mohammed LA, Salah A. Genetic and antimicrobial resistance profiles of non-O157 Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli from different sources in Egypt. BMC Microbiol 2021; 21:257. [PMID: 34556033 PMCID: PMC8461963 DOI: 10.1186/s12866-021-02308-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2021] [Accepted: 08/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) represented a great risk to public health. In this study, 60 STEC strains recovered from broiler and duck fecal samples, cow's milk, cattle beef, human urine, and ear discharge were screened for 12 virulence genes, phenotypic and genotypic antimicrobial resistance, and multiple-locus variable-number tandem-repeat analysis (MLVA). RESULTS The majority of strains harbored Shiga toxin 1 (stx1) and stx1d, stx2 and stx2e, and ehxA genes, while a minority harbored stx2c subtype and eaeA. We identified 10 stx gene combinations; most of strains 31/60 (51.7%) exhibited four copies of stx genes, namely the stx1, stx1d, stx2, and stx2e, and the strains exhibited a high range of multiple antimicrobial resistance indices. The resistance genes blaCTX-M-1 and blaTEM were detected. For the oxytetracycline resistance genes, most of strains contained tetA, tetB, tetE, and tetG while the tetC was present at low frequency. MLVA genotyping resolved 26 unique genotypes; genotype 21 was highly prevalent. The six highly discriminatory loci DI = 0.9138 are suitable for the preliminary genotyping of STEC from animals and humans. CONCLUSIONS The STEC isolated from animals are virulent, resistant to antimicrobials, and genetically diverse, thus demands greater attention for the potential risk to human.
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- Mohamed Sabry Abd Elraheam Elsayed
- Department of Bacteriology, Mycology, and Immunology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Menoufia, Egypt.
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- Department of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Benha University, Benha, Egypt
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- Department of Molecular Biology, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Menoufia, Egypt
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- Department of Microbial Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Menoufia, Egypt
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- Department of Molecular Diagnostics, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Menoufia, 32897, Egypt
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- Microbiology Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Microbiology Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Medical Pharmacology, Qena Faculty of Medicine, South Valley University, Qena, Egypt
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- Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Benha University, Benha, Egypt
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- Department of Clinical Pathology and Chemistry, Benha Faculty of Medicine, Benha University, Benha, Egypt
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Benha University, Benha, Egypt
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- Department of Molecular Biology, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Menoufia, Egypt
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Wardoyo EH, Suardana IW, Yasa IWPS, Sukrama IDM. Antibiotics susceptibility of Escherichia coli isolates from clinical specimens before and during COVID-19 pandemic. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY 2021; 13:156-160. [PMID: 34540149 PMCID: PMC8408029 DOI: 10.18502/ijm.v13i2.5974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Background and Objectives Escherichia coli is a Gram-negative organism causing mild to severe infections, with a wide spectrum range of organs involved. The study aimed to describe antibiotics susceptibility of E. coli from clinical specimens from October 11, 2019 to September 11, 2020. Materials and Methods Study was conducted retrospectively in a private microbiology laboratory in Mataram Indonesia. Period of study divided as two groups after WHO declared COVID-19 as pandemic by March 11, 2020; group A including the specimen related to September 2019 to March 11th 2020 and group B including the specimens related to March 11th 2020 to September 2020. All clinical specimens were subjected to identify E. coli isolates and their antibiotics susceptibility using WHO-NET 5.6 version. Results Totally, 148 E. coli isolates were found in group A and 62 isolates in group B. Prevalence of extended-spectrum beta lactamase (ESBL)- producing E. coli in group A was 50% and in group B was 20.9% with significantly difference (p<0.05). There was an increase in susceptibility to 10/16 antibiotics; where 3 antibiotics ofloxacin, aztreonam, and fosfomycin were significant (p<0.05). There was a significant decrease in susceptibility to the antibiotics piperacillin (p=0.012), amoxicillin (p=0.002), cefadroxil (p=0.036) and ampicillin (p=0.036). Type of infections between two groups: musculoskeletal infections, pneumonia, urinary tract infections and sepsis were not significant. Conclusion Reduced number of E. coli isolates between two groups with decrease of ESBL-producing E. coli contribute in dynamics of antibiotics susceptibility. The longer period of analysis is needed to be done, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Eustachius Hagni Wardoyo
- Department of Microbiology, School of Medicine, Universitas Mataram, Mataram, Indonesia.,Department of Doctoral Studies, School of Medicine, Universitas Udayana, Bali, Indonesia
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- Department of Microbiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Universitas Udayana, Bali, Indonesia
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- Department of Microbiology, School of Medicine, Universitas Udayana, Bali, Indonesia
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Habibollah-Pourzereshki N, Peymani A, Keshavarz-Saleh F. The Emergence of Quaternary Ammonium Compounds Resistance in Escherichia coli Isolated from Hospitals of Qazvin, Iran. Infect Disord Drug Targets 2021; 20:455-460. [PMID: 31595855 DOI: 10.2174/1871526519666191009145825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2019] [Revised: 09/21/2019] [Accepted: 09/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Escherichia coli is one of the most important agents involved in healthcare-associated infection, and resistance to quantum ammonium compounds (QACs) has become a major challenge for infection control practitioners. The aim of the current study was to determine the frequency of qacE and qacEΔ1 genes in E. coli isolated from hospitalized patients in Qazvin, Iran. MATERIAL AND METHODS In the current cross-sectional study, 102 E. coli were collected from hospitals of Qazvin. All bacterial isolates were identified using standard laboratory methods and the antimicrobial susceptibility was evaluated by Kirby-Baer test. The presence of qacE and qacEΔ1 genes was investigated using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique. RESULTS In this study, 65 (63.7%) isolates showed a multidrug resistance (MDR) pattern which was resistant to at least three classes of antimicrobials including ß-lactams, aminoglycosides, and fluoroquinolones. The highest rates of resistance were observed against cefotaxime (75.5%) and nalidixic acid (66.7%). The PCR showed that 5 (4.9%) isolates harbored qacE gene, 62 (60.8%) isolates qacEΔ1, and 10 (9.8%) isolates carried both genes, simultaneously. There was a significant relationship between the QACs resistance and MDR pattern (P=0.03). CONCLUSION This study indicated a significant resistance rate against disinfectant compounds in the studied hospitals. However, more attention should be paid to this critical issue in the infection control committees of the hospitals.
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- Medical Microbiology Research Center, Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, Qazvin, Iran
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Matalka A, Al-Husban N, Alkuran O, Almuhaisen L, Basha A, Eid M, Elmuhtaseb MS, Al Oweidat K. Spectrum of uropathogens and their susceptibility to antimicrobials in pregnant women: a retrospective analysis of 5-year hospital data. J Int Med Res 2021; 49:3000605211006540. [PMID: 33990142 PMCID: PMC8127801 DOI: 10.1177/03000605211006540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Urinary tract infections (UTI) are common during pregnancy. Identification of antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of microorganisms in pregnant women is important to select the most appropriate antimicrobial. We assessed common uropathogens in pregnant women with UTI and antimicrobial susceptibility, to guide empirical antibiotic selection. METHODS In this retrospective study, we analyzed mid-stream urine culture and antibiotic susceptibility data from pregnant women who attended Jordan University Hospital during 2014 to 2018. Data were collected from patients' charts and urine cultures, and sensitivity results were extracted from the laboratory electronic system. We calculated descriptive statistics and determined correlations among pathogens and antibiotics. RESULTS We examined 612 positive urine cultures from 559 pregnant women, including 163 (29.2%) inpatients. Escherichia coli (29.4%) was the most frequently identified microorganism, followed by coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) (21.6%). All bacterial isolates were sensitive to aztreonam, chloramphenicol, fosfomycin, ofloxacin, pefloxacin, piperacillin, and colistin sulfate; 87.5% were sensitive to amikacin. Only 15.79%, 18.93%, and 17.91% were sensitive to oxacillin, nalidixic acid, and erythromycin, respectively. CONCLUSION E. coli and CoNS were the most commonly identified microorganisms in this study. We found increased antibiotic resistance in Enterobacter species. The chosen antimicrobial therapy in pregnancy should be determined by sensitivity/resistance and fetomaternal safety.
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- Ala'a Matalka
- Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Forensic Medicine, School of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Al-Balqa Applied University, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, The University of Jordan and Jordan University Hospital, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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Karki R, Lamichhane S, Basnet BB, Dahal A, Awal BK, Mishra SK. In vitro Antimicrobial Synergy Testing of Extensively Drug-Resistant Clinical Isolates at an Organ Transplant Center in Nepal. Infect Drug Resist 2021; 14:1669-1677. [PMID: 33958879 PMCID: PMC8096450 DOI: 10.2147/idr.s309531] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2021] [Accepted: 04/15/2021] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Purpose Inappropriate use of broad-spectrum antibiotics contributes to the emergence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria. Finding novel antimicrobial agents and strategies based on synergistic combinations are essential to combat MDR infections. This study was designed to determine in vitro synergy of different antimicrobials against extensively drug-resistant (XDR) Gram-negative clinical isolates. Methods A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted at Human Organ Transplant Center, Nepal, for five months. Clinical isolates were checked for their drug-resistance properties including extended-spectrum beta-lactamase- (ESBL-) and metallo-beta-lactamase- (MBL-) production. The XDR isolates were further tested for antimicrobial synergy, and the results were interpreted as synergistic, additive, indifferent or antagonistic determining fractional inhibitory concentration of the antibiotics. Results Out of total 1155 clinical samples, 308 showed significant growth. Escherichia coli was the most common isolate (n=142) followed by Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus baumannii (Acb) complex, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and miscellaneous bacteria. Out of the culture positive isolates, 21.4% were MDR and 10.06% were XDR. The XDR population comprised K. pneumoniae (18.42%), E. coli (9.86%), Acb complex (7.41%) and P. aeruginosa (4.17%). Among the culture positive isolates, 4.5% and 5.8% were ESBL- and MBL-producers, respectively. Colistin, polymyxin B, and tigecycline were the antibiotics effective in majority of MDR isolates as compared to carbapenems. The combination of antibiotics - meropenem and colistin showed the highest proportion of "synergy" among all XDR E. coli whereas the combination of amikacin and colistin showed synergistic effect in XDR K. pneumoniae. Conclusion A significant proportion of isolates were MDR among which a large fraction was XDR. The combination of meropenem, amikacin and colistin with one another in pair showed beneficial activity in vitro. Such combinations can be utilized as effective therapy for XDR infections. Further studies are required to confirm these findings, and accordingly treatment protocols should be developed in the management of such infections.
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- Rashmi Karki
- Janamaitri Foundation Institute of Health Sciences, Tribhuvan University, Nepal.,National Public Health Laboratory, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Pharmacology, Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
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- Department of Pharmacy, Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
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- National Public Health Laboratory, Kathmandu, Nepal.,Shahid Dharmabhakta National Transplant Center, Bhaktapur, Nepal
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- School of Optometry and Vision Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health, UNSW, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Department of Microbiology, Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
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Detection of TEM and CTX-M Genes in Escherichia coli Isolated from Clinical Specimens at Tertiary Care Heart Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal. Diseases 2021; 9:diseases9010015. [PMID: 33562276 PMCID: PMC7931013 DOI: 10.3390/diseases9010015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2020] [Revised: 01/19/2021] [Accepted: 02/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among Gram-negative pathogens, predominantly ESBL-producing clinical isolates, are increasing worldwide. The main aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of ESBL-producing clinical isolates, their antibiogram, and the frequency of ESBL genes (blaTEM and blaCTX-M) in the clinical samples from patients. Methods: A total of 1065 clinical specimens from patients suspected of heart infections were collected between February and August 2019. Bacterial isolates were identified on colony morphology and biochemical properties. Thus, obtained clinical isolates were screened for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) using modified Kirby–Bauer disk diffusion method, while ESBL producers were identified by using a combination disk diffusion method. ESBL positive isolates were further assessed using conventional polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to detect the ESBL genes blaTEM and blaCTX-M. Results: Out of 1065 clinical specimens, 17.8% (190/1065) showed bacterial growth. Among 190 bacterial isolates, 57.4% (109/190) were Gram-negative bacteria. Among 109 Gram-negative bacteria, 40.3% (44/109) were E. coli, and 30.2% (33/109) were K. pneumoniae. In AST, 57.7% (n = 63) Gram-negative bacterial isolates were resistant to ampicillin and 47.7% (n = 52) were resistant to nalidixic acid. Over half of the isolates (51.3%; 56/109) were multidrug resistant (MDR). Of 44 E. coli, 27.3% (12/44) were ESBL producers. Among ESBL producer E. coli isolates, 58.4% (7/12) tested positive for the blaCTX-M gene and 41.6% (5/12) tested positive for the blaTEM gene. Conclusion: Half of the Gram-negative bacteria in our study were MDR. Routine identification of an infectious agent followed by AST is critical to optimize the treatment and prevent antimicrobial resistance.
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Zhou X, Cuasquer GJP, Li Z, Mang HP, Lv Y. Occurrence of typical antibiotics, representative antibiotic-resistant bacteria, and genes in fresh and stored source-separated human urine. ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL 2021; 146:106280. [PMID: 33395931 PMCID: PMC7786438 DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2020.106280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2020] [Revised: 11/05/2020] [Accepted: 11/09/2020] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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Human urine is a source of fertilizer and, with proper management, it can be reused in agriculture. Determining the contamination issue of antibiotics in source-separated urine is important because the majority of antibiotics are excreted with urine. In this study, source-separated urine samples were randomly collected from a male toilet in a university building and analyzed in terms of 30 typical antibiotics (including 14 sulfonamides, 4 tetracyclines, and 12 fluoroquinolones) and tetracycline-resistant Escherichia coli, as well as its antibiotic-resistant genes to determine the contamination characteristics of antibiotic-related pollution in fresh and stored urine. Results showed that 18 out of 30 typical antibiotics were detected in fresh source-separated human urine. The dominant antibiotic was oxytetracycline with a frequency of 100%, followed by tetracycline, sparfloxacin, enrofloxacin, and ofloxacin, which demonstrated a detection frequency of 55%. Among the detected values, sulfonamides (2 antibiotics), tetracyclines (4 antibiotics), and fluoroquinolones (12 antibiotics) had a concentration range of 0.25-2.94, 0.94-41.2, and 0.06-163.16 ng/mL, respectively. Furthermore, tetracycline-resistant Escherichia coli, which was measured using plate count method, and its related gene, tet M, exhibited a maximum cell density of (200,000 ± 5000) CFU/100 mL and (2.73 ± 0.261) × 107 copies/mL, respectively. When the fresh urine was stored in an ambient environment for 30 days to simulate the real circumstances of urine management, a significant reduction in antibiotics and antibiotic-resistant bacteria was observed, while the change in antibiotic-resistant genes was insignificant. The results of this study suggest that risks associated with antibiotics and their antibiotic-resistant bacteria and genes are retained during collection and storage. Hence, these kinds of microcontaminants must be considered in further urine utilization.
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- Xiaoqin Zhou
- School of Energy and Environmental Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory of Resource-oriented Treatment of Industrial Pollutants, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, PR China
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- School of Energy and Environmental Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory of Resource-oriented Treatment of Industrial Pollutants, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, PR China
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- School of Energy and Environmental Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory of Resource-oriented Treatment of Industrial Pollutants, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, PR China.
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- School of Energy and Environmental Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory of Resource-oriented Treatment of Industrial Pollutants, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, PR China
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- School of Energy and Environmental Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory of Resource-oriented Treatment of Industrial Pollutants, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, PR China
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Sanchez HM, Whitener VA, Thulsiraj V, Amundson A, Collins C, Duran-Gonzalez M, Giragossian E, Hornstra A, Kamel S, Maben A, Reynolds A, Roswell E, Schmidt B, Sevigny L, Xiong C, Jay JA. Antibiotic Resistance of Escherichia coli Isolated from Conventional, No Antibiotics, and Humane Family Owned Retail Broiler Chicken Meat. Animals (Basel) 2020; 10:ani10122217. [PMID: 33256102 PMCID: PMC7760345 DOI: 10.3390/ani10122217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2020] [Revised: 11/17/2020] [Accepted: 11/18/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Simple Summary While it is well known that antibiotics administered for either therapeutic or non-therapeutic purposes in livestock farms promote the development of antibiotic resistance in bacteria through selective pressure, there are conflicting findings in the literature with regard to the influence of production strategies on antibiotic resistance in bacteria isolated from commercially-available chicken. In this work, we tested the hypothesis that there would be differences in antibiotic resistance in E. coli isolated from three categories of production methods: Conventional, No Antibiotics, and Humane Family Owned. In this work, it was found that for both ampicillin and erythromycin, there was no significant difference (p > 0.05) between Conventional and USDA-certified No Antibiotics chicken, which is in line with some previous work. The novel finding in this work is that we observed a statistically significant difference between both of the previously mentioned groups and chicken from Humane Family Owned production schemes. To our knowledge, this is the first time E. coli from Humane Family Owned chicken has been studied for antibiotic resistance. This work contributes to a better understanding of a potential strategy of chicken production for the overall benefit of human health, in line with the One Health approach implemented by the World Health Organization. Abstract The use of antibiotics for therapeutic and especially non-therapeutic purposes in livestock farms promotes the development of antibiotic resistance in previously susceptible bacteria through selective pressure. In this work, we examined E. coli isolates using the standard Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion susceptibility protocol and the CLSI standards. Companies selling retail chicken products in Los Angeles, California were grouped into three production groupings—Conventional, No Antibiotics, and Humane Family Owned. Humane Family Owned is not a federally regulated category in the United States, but shows the reader that the chicken is incubated, hatched, raised, slaughtered, and packaged by one party, ensuring that the use of antibiotics in the entire production of the chicken is known and understood. We then examined the antibiotic resistance of the E. coli isolates (n = 325) by exposing them to seven common antibiotics, and resistance was seen to two of the antibiotics, ampicillin and erythromycin. As has been shown previously, it was found that for both ampicillin and erythromycin, there was no significant difference (p > 0.05) between Conventional and USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)-certified No Antibiotics chicken. Unique to this work, we additionally found that Humane Family Owned chicken had fewer (p ≤ 0.05) antibiotic-resistant E. coli isolates than both of the previous. Although not considered directly clinically relevant, we chose to test erythromycin because of its ecological significance to the environmental antibiotic resistome, which is not generally done. To our knowledge, Humane Family Owned consumer chicken has not previously been studied for its antibiotic resistance. This work contributes to a better understanding of a potential strategy of chicken production for the overall benefit of human health, giving evidentiary support to the One Health approach implemented by the World Health Organization.
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- Helen M. Sanchez
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (H.M.S.); (V.A.W.); (V.T.); (A.A.); (M.D.-G.); (A.R.)
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (H.M.S.); (V.A.W.); (V.T.); (A.A.); (M.D.-G.); (A.R.)
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (H.M.S.); (V.A.W.); (V.T.); (A.A.); (M.D.-G.); (A.R.)
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (H.M.S.); (V.A.W.); (V.T.); (A.A.); (M.D.-G.); (A.R.)
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- Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (C.C.); (E.G.); (A.H.); (S.K.); (A.M.); (E.R.); (B.S.); (L.S.); (C.X.)
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (H.M.S.); (V.A.W.); (V.T.); (A.A.); (M.D.-G.); (A.R.)
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- Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (C.C.); (E.G.); (A.H.); (S.K.); (A.M.); (E.R.); (B.S.); (L.S.); (C.X.)
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- Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (C.C.); (E.G.); (A.H.); (S.K.); (A.M.); (E.R.); (B.S.); (L.S.); (C.X.)
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- Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (C.C.); (E.G.); (A.H.); (S.K.); (A.M.); (E.R.); (B.S.); (L.S.); (C.X.)
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- Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (C.C.); (E.G.); (A.H.); (S.K.); (A.M.); (E.R.); (B.S.); (L.S.); (C.X.)
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (H.M.S.); (V.A.W.); (V.T.); (A.A.); (M.D.-G.); (A.R.)
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- Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (C.C.); (E.G.); (A.H.); (S.K.); (A.M.); (E.R.); (B.S.); (L.S.); (C.X.)
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- Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (C.C.); (E.G.); (A.H.); (S.K.); (A.M.); (E.R.); (B.S.); (L.S.); (C.X.)
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- Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (C.C.); (E.G.); (A.H.); (S.K.); (A.M.); (E.R.); (B.S.); (L.S.); (C.X.)
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- Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (C.C.); (E.G.); (A.H.); (S.K.); (A.M.); (E.R.); (B.S.); (L.S.); (C.X.)
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (H.M.S.); (V.A.W.); (V.T.); (A.A.); (M.D.-G.); (A.R.)
- Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; (C.C.); (E.G.); (A.H.); (S.K.); (A.M.); (E.R.); (B.S.); (L.S.); (C.X.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +1-310-267-5365
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Tekele SG, Teklu DS, Tullu KD, Birru SK, Legese MH. Extended-spectrum Beta-lactamase and AmpC beta-lactamases producing gram negative bacilli isolated from clinical specimens at International Clinical Laboratories, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0241984. [PMID: 33180785 PMCID: PMC7660541 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0241984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2020] [Accepted: 10/23/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Extended spectrum Beta-lactamases (ESBLs) and AmpC beta-lactamases (AmpC) are the common enzymes produced by gram negative bacilli, which are their main mechanisms of resistance to all generations of cephalosporins. Hence, this study aimed to determine the magnitude of ESBLs and AmpC producing gram negative bacilli (GNB) isolated from clinical specimens at International clinical Laboratories in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. METHODS A cross sectional study was conducted from January to May 2018. From different clinical specimens, 338 GNB were isolated and characterized. Bacterial species identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing and screening for ESBLs and AmpC production were performed using Phoenix automated system (BD phoenix100). ESBLs production was confirmed using a combination disc method. All Cefoxitin resistant and confirmed ESBLs producing GNB were confirmed for AmpC beta-lactamases production by AmpC confirmatory Neo-Sensitabs discs (ROSCO tablet). Data were analyzed using SPSS version 20 software. RESULTS E. coli 66.0% (224/338) followed by K. pneumoniae 12.1% (41/338) were GNB most frequently isolated. The overall magnitude of ESBLs producing GNB was 38.8% (131/338) and the extent of AmpC beta-lactamase producing GNB was 2.4% (8/338). Majority of ESBLs and AmpC beta-lactamases producing GNB were isolated from urine specimens 47.5% (116/338). Ampicillin (75.4%), amoxicillin with clavulanic acid (64.0%) and sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (55.6%) were most the antibiotics to which resistance was most commonly found. The multidrug resistance (MDR) level of GNB was 74.0% (250/338). Of ESBLs and AmpC beta-lactamases producing GNB, 99.3% were MDR (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION The high magnitude of ESBLs and AmpC beta-lactamases producing GNB calls the needs of strong intervention to minimize further occurrence and spread of such GNB. More importantly, the MDR level was high which suggests continuous monitoring & reviewing of antimicrobial policy in hospitals and the country at large.
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- Saba Gebremichael Tekele
- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Bacteriology and Mycology, Ethiopian Public Health Institute, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Aljihani SA, Alehaideb Z, Alarfaj RE, Alghoribi MF, Akiel MA, Alenazi TH, Al-Fahad AJ, Al Tamimi SM, Albakr TM, Alshehri A, Alyahya SM, Yassin AEB, Halwani MA. Enhancing azithromycin antibacterial activity by encapsulation in liposomes/liposomal-N-acetylcysteine formulations against resistant clinical strains of Escherichia coli. Saudi J Biol Sci 2020; 27:3065-3071. [PMID: 33100866 PMCID: PMC7569117 DOI: 10.1016/j.sjbs.2020.09.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2020] [Revised: 08/10/2020] [Accepted: 09/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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E. coli is an Enterobacteriaceae that could develop resistance to various antibiotics and become a multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacterium. Options for treating MDR E. coli are limited and the pipeline is somewhat dry when it comes to antibiotics for MDR bacteria, so we aimed to explore more options to help in treating MDR E. coli. The purpose of this study is to examine the synergistic effect of a liposomal formulations of co-encapsulated azithromycin and N-acetylcysteine against E. coli. Liposomal azithromycin (LA) and liposomal azithromycin/N-acetylcysteine (LAN) were compared to free azithromycin. A broth dilution was used to measure the MIC and MBC of both formulations. The biofilm reduction activity, thermal stability measurements, stability studies, and cell toxicity analysis were performed. LA and LAN effectively reduced the MIC of E. coli SA10 strain, to 3 μg/ml and 2.5 μg/ml respectively. LAN at 1 × MIC recorded a 93.22% effectiveness in reducing an E. coli SA10 biofilm. The LA and LAN formulations were also structurally stable to 212 ± 2 °C and 198 ± 3 °C, respectively. In biological conditions, the formulations were largely stable in PBS conditions; however, they illustrated limited stability in sputum and plasma. We conclude that the formulation presented could be a promising therapy for E. coli resistance circumstances, providing the stability conditions have been enhanced.
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- Shokran A. Aljihani
- Nanomedicine Department, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Genomics, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Infectious Diseases Research Department, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Infectious Diseases Research Department, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Departmentof Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences (KSAU-HS), King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Human and Molecular Genetics, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, United States
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- College of Medicine, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Infectious Disease Division, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- National Center for Biotechnology, Life Science & Environment Research Institute, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Pharmacy, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of the National Guard - Health Affair, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Pharmacy, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of the National Guard - Health Affair, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Pharmacy, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of the National Guard - Health Affair, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Pharmacy, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of the National Guard - Health Affair, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Pharmacy, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Ministry of the National Guard - Health Affair, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Corresponding authors.
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- Nanomedicine Department, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles and Characterization of Escherichia coli Strains from Cases of Neonatal Diarrhea in Spanish Pig Farms. Vet Sci 2020; 7:vetsci7020048. [PMID: 32326282 PMCID: PMC7357114 DOI: 10.3390/vetsci7020048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2020] [Revised: 04/14/2020] [Accepted: 04/17/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Escherichia coli is considered one of the most common agents associated with neonatal diarrhea in piglets. The aim of this work was to characterize the pathogenic and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) profiles of 122 E. coli strains isolated from pigs suffering diarrhea (n = 94) and pigs without diarrhea (n = 28) of 24 farms in Spain. Virulence factors, toxins and AMR (ESBL and colistin) genes and AMR phenotypes of E. coli isolates were analyzed. Low prevalence of pathogenic E. coli strains (26%) was found in both groups. However, ETEC and VTEC strains were more frequently isolated from diarrheic piglets. Irrespectively of diarrhea occurrence, 97.5% of the strains showed a multidrug-resistance (MDR) profile to aminopenicillins, sulfonamides and tetracyclines. It was found that 22% of E. coli was CTX-M+, with CTX-M-14 being the principal allelic variant. Remarkably, 81.5% of CTX-M+ strains were isolated from diarrheic animals and presented an extended MDR profile to aminopenicillins, quinolones and aminoglycosides. Finally, low frequencies of colistin resistance genes mcr-1 (4/122) and mcr-4 (1/122) were found. MDR E. coli strains are circulating in pig farms of Spain, representing a serious threat to animal and public health. More appropriate diagnostic approaches (genetic and AMR phenotypic analysis) should be implemented in animal health to optimize antibiotic treatments.
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Ali SS, Sonbol FI, Sun J, Hussein MA, Hafez AEE, Abdelkarim EA, Kornaros M, Ali A, Azab M. Molecular characterization of virulence and drug resistance genes-producing Escherichia coli isolated from chicken meat: Metal oxide nanoparticles as novel antibacterial agents. Microb Pathog 2020; 143:104164. [PMID: 32198092 DOI: 10.1016/j.micpath.2020.104164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2019] [Revised: 02/25/2020] [Accepted: 03/14/2020] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Escherichia coli is a major global foodborne pathogen, infecting a wide range of animals and contaminating their meat products. E. coli, can lead to high morbidity and mortality with a huge economic loss especially if foodborne diseases are associated with multidrug resistant (MDR)- and multivirulent-producing pathogens. Due to the increased resistance to common antimicrobials used to treat livestock animals and human infections, the discovery of new and innovative nanomaterials are in high demand. Recently, metal oxides can be considered as effective inorganic agents with antimicrobial features. Hence, this study might be the first to evaluate the efficiency of metal oxide nanoparticles (MO-NPs) as novel antibacterial agents against MDR/multivirulent E. coli pathogens isolated from chicken meat. The occurrence of pathogenic E. coli was determined in fresh warm chicken meat parts (breast, thigh, liver and gizzard). Ninety-one of 132 (69%) chicken meat parts were Escherichia -positive with E. coli as the only species isolated. Out of identified 240 E. coli strains, 72.5% (174/240) were classified as MDR E. coli strains. Fifty-five profile patterns were obtained. From each pattern, one strain was randomly selected for further analysis of virulence and resistance genes. Extracted DNA was assessed for the presence of antibiotic resistance genes (blaIMP-7, blaIMP-25, blaTEM, blaSHV, blaOXA-2, tetA, aadA, and aac(3)-IV) and virulence genes (stx1, stx2, hlyA, eaeA, aggR, eltB, estIb, papA, afa and hlyD). Clustering analyses revealed that 10 E. coli harboring the highest number of virulence and resistance genes were shifted together into one cluster designated as cluster X. The average activities of zinc peroxide nanoparticles (ZnO2-NPs) were higher than that of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) and titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2-NPs) by 20% and 29%, respectively. The anti-inflammatory activity of ZnO2-NPs in comparison with aspirin was assessed using membrane stabilization, albumin denaturation, and proteinase inhibition methods. Significant anti-inflammatory activity of ZnO2-NPs was achieved at concentration levels of 500-1000 μg/ml. It seems that MO-NPs are effective alternative agents, since they exhibited a competitive antibacterial capability against MDR/multivirulent-producing E. coli pathogens isolated from chicken meat. Hence, ZnO2-NPs are a promising nanoparticles-based material for controlling foodborne pathogens, thereby valued for food safety applications.
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- Sameh S Ali
- Biofuels Institute, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, China; Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, 31527, Egypt.
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Pharmacy Tanta University, Tanta, 31527, Egypt
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- Biofuels Institute, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, China.
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- Food Control Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44519, Egypt
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- Food Control Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44519, Egypt
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- Food Control Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44519, Egypt
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- Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering & Environmental Technology (LBEET), Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Patras, 1 Karatheodori Str., University Campus, 26504, Patras, Greece
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- Abbasia Chest Hospital, Ministry of Health, 11765, Cairo, Egypt
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- Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, 31527, Egypt
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Nteziyaremye J, Iramiot SJ, Nekaka R, Musaba MW, Wandabwa J, Kisegerwa E, Kiondo P. Asymptomatic bacteriuria among pregnant women attending antenatal care at Mbale Hospital, Eastern Uganda. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0230523. [PMID: 32191758 PMCID: PMC7082119 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0230523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2019] [Accepted: 03/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Asymptomatic bacteriuria in pregnancy (ASBP) is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes such as pyelonephritis, preterm or low birth weight delivery if untreated. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of asymptomatic bacteriuria, the isolated bacterial agents, and their antibiotic sensitivity patterns in pregnant women attending antenatal care at Mbale Hospital. Methods This was a cross sectional study in which 587 pregnant women with no symptoms and signs of urinary tract infection were recruited from January to March 2019. Mid-stream clean catch urine samples were collected from the women using sterile containers. The urine samples were cultured using standard laboratory methods. The bacterial colonies were identified and antibiotic sensitivity was done using disc diffusion method. Chi squared tests and logistic regression were done to identify factors associated with asymptomatic bacteriuria. A p value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results Out of the 587 pregnant women, 22 (3.75%) tested positive for asymptomatic bacteriuria. Women aged 20–24 years were less likely to have ASBP when compared to women aged less than 20 years (AOR = 0.14, 95%CI 0.02–0.95, P = 0.004). The most common isolates in descending order were E. coli (n = 13, 46.4%) and S.aureus (n = 9, 32.1%). Among the gram negative isolates, the highest sensitivity was to gentamycin (82.4%) and imipenem (82.4%). The gram positive isolates were sensitive to gentamycin (90.9%) followed by imipenem (81.8%). All the isolates were resistant to sulphamethoxazole with trimethoprim (100%). Multidrug resistance was 82.4% among gram negative isolates and 72.4% among the gram positive isolates. Conclusion There was high resistance to the most commonly used antibiotics. There is need to do urine culture and sensitivity from women with ASBP so as to reduce the associated complications.
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- Julius Nteziyaremye
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Busitema University, Mbale, Uganda
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Busitema University, Mbale, Uganda
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- Department of Community and Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, Busitema University, Mbale, Uganda
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Busitema University, Mbale, Uganda
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Busitema University, Mbale, Uganda
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mulago Hospital, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
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Kayastha K, Dhungel B, Karki S, Adhikari B, Banjara MR, Rijal KR, Ghimire P. Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli and Klebsiella Species in Pediatric Patients Visiting International Friendship Children's Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal. Infect Dis (Lond) 2020; 13:1178633720909798. [PMID: 32158219 PMCID: PMC7047239 DOI: 10.1177/1178633720909798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2019] [Accepted: 01/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Emergence and spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global threat and significantly affects the treatment options for common infectious diseases. Inappropriate use of antibiotics, particularly third-generation cephalosporins, has contributed to the development of AMR. This study aims to determine the prevalence of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) production in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella species isolated from various clinical samples. METHODS This cross-sectional study was conducted at International Friendship Children's Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal, from August 2017 to January 2018. A total of 1443 samples that included urine, pus, wound swab, endotracheal tip, catheter tip, and blood were collected from pediatric patients below 15 years and processed by standard microbiological methods. Following sufficient incubation, isolates were identified by colony morphology, gram staining, and necessary biochemical tests. Identified bacterial isolates were then tested for antibiotic susceptibility test by modified Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion method and were subjected to ESBL screening by using 30 µg cefotaxime and ceftazidime. The ESBL production was confirmed by combination disk method. RESULTS From a total of 103 nonduplicated clinical isolates, E. coli (n = 79), Klebsiella pneumoniae (n = 18), and Klebsiella oxytoca (n = 6) were isolated from different clinical specimens. Of which, 64 (62.1%) exhibited multidrug resistance, and 29 (28.2%) were ESBL producers. All ESBL-producing isolates were resistant toward ampicillin, cefotaxime, ceftriaxone, and ceftazidime. Most ESBL producers were susceptible toward imipenem (89.7%; 26/29), nitrofurantoin (82.8%; 24/29), piperacillin/tazobactam (79.3%; 23/29), and amikacin (72.4%; 21/29). CONCLUSIONS A high prevalence of multidrug-resistant ESBL organisms was found in this study among pediatric patients. Treatment based on their routine identification and susceptibility to specific antibiotics is critical to halt the spread of AMR and ESBL.
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- Karuna Kayastha
- Central Department of Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Central Department of Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- International Friendship Children’s Hospital, Maharajgunj, Nepal
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- Centre for Tropical Medicine and Global Health, Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Central Department of Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Central Department of Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Central Department of Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Beyene D, Bitew A, Fantew S, Mihret A, Evans M. Multidrug-resistant profile and prevalence of extended spectrum β-lactamase and carbapenemase production in fermentative Gram-negative bacilli recovered from patients and specimens referred to National Reference Laboratory, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. PLoS One 2019; 14:e0222911. [PMID: 31553773 PMCID: PMC6760794 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0222911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2019] [Accepted: 09/10/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Background The emergence of multidrug-resistance (MDR), production of extended-spectrum β-lactamases, and carbapenemase in members of fermentative gram-negative bacilli are a serious threat to public health. Objective The aim of this study was to determine the burden of multi-drug resistance, the production of extended-spectrum β-lactamases (ESBLs), and carbapenemase in fermentative Gram-negative bacilli in Ethiopian Public Health Institute. Materials and methods A cross-sectional study was carried out from December 2017 to June 2018. Different clinical samples were collected, inoculated, and incubated according to standard protocols related to each sample. Bacterial identification was performed by using the VITEKR 2 compact system using the GNR card. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing was carried out by the Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion method. Production of ESBL and carbapenemase were confirmed by combination disc and modified Hodge Test method respectively. Results A total of 238 fermentative Gram-negative bacilli were recovered during the study period, among which E.coli were the predominant isolates followed by K. pneumoniae. The highest percentage of antibiotic resistance was noted against ampicillin (100%) followed by trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (81.9%). The isolates showed better sensitivity towards carbapenem drugs. Out of 238 isolates, 94.5% were MDR and of which 8.8% and 0.8% were extensively and pan drug resistant, respectively. Nearly 67% and 2% of isolates were producers of ESBL and carbapenemase, respectively. The isolation rates of MDR, ESBL, and carbapenemase producing stains of the isolates were ≥70% in intensive care unit while the isolation rates in other wards were ≤25%. Conclusions The findings of this study revealed that the burden of MDR and ESBL was high and carbapenemase producing isolates were also identified which is concerning. This situation warrants a consistent surveillance of antimicrobial resistance of fermentative Gram-negative bacilli and implementation of an efficient infection control program.
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- Degefu Beyene
- Ethiopian Public Health Institute, Clinical Bacteriology and Mycology Research Case Team, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Ethiopian Public Health Institute, Clinical Bacteriology and Mycology Research Case Team, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Ethiopian Public Health Institute, Clinical Bacteriology and Mycology Research Case Team, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- American Society for Microbiology, New York, New York, United States of America
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Abebe M, Tadesse S, Meseret G, Derbie A. Type of bacterial isolates and antimicrobial resistance profile from different clinical samples at a Referral Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia: five years data analysis. BMC Res Notes 2019; 12:568. [PMID: 31511033 PMCID: PMC6737691 DOI: 10.1186/s13104-019-4604-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2018] [Accepted: 09/04/2019] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most serious global public health threats that exert a significant burden in terms of patient morbidity and mortality and financial crises in many developing countries including Ethiopia. Knowledge on the type of predominantly circulating pathogens with their respective AMR profile in a given area is essential for optimal patient care. This study was aimed at assessing the types of bacterial isolates and their AMR profile identified from a range of clinical samples at Debre Markos Referral Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia, over a period of 5 years (2013 to 2017). RESULTS From the total of 514 different clinical samples processed in the stated time frame, about 240 (46.7%) yield bacterial growth. Majority of the identified bacteria were isolated from stool culture 68 (28.3%) followed by urine 56 (23.3%), ear discharge 54 (22.5%) and wound swabs at 26 (10.8%). Most of the clinical isolates were Gram-negative at 171 (71.25%). The predominant isolate was S. aureus at 41 (17.1%) followed by Salmonella species, 40 (16.7%), Escherichia coli 36 (15%) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa at 26 (11.7%). Generally, the isolates were found resistant at (60-100%) against ampicillin, co-trimoxazole, doxycycline, gentamicin, norfloxacin and tetracycline. Gram-positive isolates were found relatively sensitive to ceftriaxone, erythromycin and vancomycin at (71-84%).
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- Amhara Public Health Institute (APHI), Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Science, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
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- Amhara Public Health Institute (APHI), Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Science, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
- The Centre for Innovative Drug Development and Therapeutic Trials for Africa (CDT-Africa), Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Teklu DS, Negeri AA, Legese MH, Bedada TL, Woldemariam HK, Tullu KD. Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase production and multi-drug resistance among Enterobacteriaceae isolated in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Antimicrob Resist Infect Control 2019; 8:39. [PMID: 30815254 PMCID: PMC6377715 DOI: 10.1186/s13756-019-0488-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 104] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2018] [Accepted: 02/03/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background The global emergence and spread of extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) producing Enterobacteriaceae have been threatening the ability to treat an infection. Hence, this study aimed to determine the prevalence of ESBL-producing and multi-drug resistance (MDR) Enterobacteriaceae (ESBLs-E) from different clinical specimens in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted from January 1 to May 30, 2017. A total of 426 Enterobacteriaceae isolates were identified from clinical specimens. The isolates were collected from four laboratories. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing was performed using the Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion method on Muller Hinton agar (MHA). All Enterobacteriaceae were screened for ESBLs production using cefotaxime and ceftazidime as per CLSI guideline. Each ESBL screening positive Enterobacteriaceae were confirmed by a combination disk test (CDT). Data were entered and analyzed by using SPSS version-20. Result The most frequent Enterobacteriaceae were E. coli 228 (53.5%) and K. pneumoniae 103 (24.1%). The magnitude of ESBLs-E was 57.7% (246/426). The highest frequencies of ESBLs-E were observed in blood specimesns (84.4%) and the highest ESBLs production was observed in K. pneumoniae (85.4%). The highest resistance level was seen to sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (77.0%), amoxicillin with clavulanic acid (71.6%), cefotaxime (62.2%), cefepime (60.3%) and ceftazidime (60.8%). The overall magnitude of multi-drug resistance (MDR) level was 68.3%. Of ESBLs-E, 96.3% of them were MDR (P < 0.001). Conclusion There was a high prevalence of ESBLs-E and MDR isolate in Addis Ababa. Most of ESBLs-E was isolated primarily in blood and urine. The highest ESBLs production was observed among K. pneumoniae. Hence, strong infection control strategies must be implemented in hospital settings of the country.
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- Dejenie Shiferaw Teklu
- Department of Clinical Bacteriology and Mycology National Reference Laboratory, Ethiopian Public Health Institute, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Clinical Bacteriology and Mycology National Reference Laboratory, Ethiopian Public Health Institute, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health Microbiology, Ethiopian Public Health Institute, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Virology, Ethiopian Public Health Institute, P. O. Box, 1242 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Drug Resistance Patterns of Escherichia coli in Ethiopia: A Meta-Analysis. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2018; 2018:4536905. [PMID: 29854757 PMCID: PMC5960519 DOI: 10.1155/2018/4536905] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2017] [Revised: 03/14/2018] [Accepted: 03/20/2018] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Background Antimicrobial drug resistance is a global threat for treatment of infectious diseases and costs life and money and threatens health delivery system's effectiveness. The resistance of E. coli to frequently utilized antimicrobial drugs is becoming a major challenge in Ethiopia. However, there is no inclusive countrywide study. Therefore, this study intended to assess the prevalence of E. coli resistance and antimicrobial-specific resistance pattern among E. coli clinical isolates in Ethiopia. Methods Articles were retrieved from PubMed, Embase, and grey literature from 2007 to 2017. The main outcome measures were overall E. coli and drug-specific resistance patterns. A random-effects model was used to determine pooled prevalence with 95% confidence interval (CI), using DerSimonian and Laird method. In addition, subgroup analysis was conducted to improve the outcome. The study bias was assessed by Begg's funnel plot. This study was registered in PROSPERO as follows: PROSPERO 2017: CRD42017070106. Results Of 164 articles retrieved, 35 articles were included. A total of 19,235 study samples participated in the studies and 2,635 E. coli strains were isolated. Overall, E. coli antibacterial resistance was 45.38% (95% confidence interval (CI): 33.50 to 57.27). The resistance pattern ranges from 62.55% in Addis Ababa to 27.51% in Tigray region. The highest resistance of E. coli reported was to ampicillin (83.81%) and amoxicillin (75.79%), whereas only 13.55% of E. coli isolates showed resistance to nitrofurantoin. Conclusion E. coli antimicrobial resistance remains high with disparities observed among regions. The bacterium was found to be highly resistant to aminopenicillins. The finding implies the need for effective prevention strategies for the E. coli drug resistance and calls for multifaceted approaches with full involvement of all stakeholders.
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Konaté A, Dembélé R, Guessennd NK, Kouadio FK, Kouadio IK, Ouattara MB, Kaboré WAD, Kagambèga A, Cissé H, Ibrahim HB, Bagré TS, Traoré AS, Barro N. Epidemiology and Antibiotic Resistance Phenotypes of Diarrheagenic Escherichia Coli Responsible for Infantile Gastroenteritis in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Eur J Microbiol Immunol (Bp) 2017; 7:168-175. [PMID: 29034106 PMCID: PMC5632744 DOI: 10.1556/1886.2017.00014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2017] [Accepted: 08/08/2017] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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The emergence and persistence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) diarrheagenic Escherichia coli (DEC) causing acute diarrhea is a major public health challenge in developing countries. The aim of this study was to evaluate the resistance phenotypes of DEC isolated from stool samples collected from children less than 5 years of age with acute diarrhea living in Ouagadougou/Burkina Faso. From August 2013 to October 2015, this study was carried out on 31 DEC strains of our study conducted in "Centre Médical avec Antenne Chirurgicale (CMA)" Paul VI and CMA of Schiphra. DEC were isolated and identified by standard microbiological methods and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method was used to further characterize them. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing was done based on the disk diffusion method. DEC isolates were high resistant to tetracycline (83.9%), amoxicillin (77.4%), amoxicillin clavulanic acid (77.4%), piperacillin (64.5%), and colistin sulfate (61.3%). The most resistant phenotype represented was the extended spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) phenotype (67.7%). Aminoglycosides were 100% active on enteroinvasive E. coli (EIEC) and enterohemorrhagic E. coli (EHEC). All the DEC isolates exhibited absolute (100%) sensitivity to ciprofloxacin. Monitoring and studying the resistance profile of DEC to antibiotics are necessary to guide probabilistic antibiotic therapy, especially in pediatric patients.
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- Ali Konaté
- Laboratoire de Biologie Moléculaire, d’Épidémiologie et de Surveillance des Bactéries et Virus Transmissibles par les Aliments (LaBESTA)/Centre de Recherche en Sciences Biologiques, Alimentaires et Nutritionnelles (CRSBAN)/Ecole Doctorale Sciences et Technologies (EDST)/Université Ouaga I Professeur Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso, Africa
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- Laboratoire de Biologie Moléculaire, d’Épidémiologie et de Surveillance des Bactéries et Virus Transmissibles par les Aliments (LaBESTA)/Centre de Recherche en Sciences Biologiques, Alimentaires et Nutritionnelles (CRSBAN)/Ecole Doctorale Sciences et Technologies (EDST)/Université Ouaga I Professeur Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso, Africa
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- Laboratoire de Bactériologie-Virologie/Unité des Antibiotiques, des Substances Naturelles et de la Surveillance des Résistances des Micro-Organismes aux Anti-Infectieux (ASSURMI)/Institut Pasteur de Côte d’Ivoire, 01 BP 490 Abidjan 01
- Laboratoire de Bactériologie-Virologie/Unité de Formation et de Recherches des Sciences Médicales/Université Félix Houphouët Boigny, 01 BP V34 Abidjan 01, Côte d’Ivoire, Africa
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- Laboratoire de Bactériologie-Virologie/Unité des Antibiotiques, des Substances Naturelles et de la Surveillance des Résistances des Micro-Organismes aux Anti-Infectieux (ASSURMI)/Institut Pasteur de Côte d’Ivoire, 01 BP 490 Abidjan 01
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- Laboratoire de Bactériologie-Virologie/Unité des Antibiotiques, des Substances Naturelles et de la Surveillance des Résistances des Micro-Organismes aux Anti-Infectieux (ASSURMI)/Institut Pasteur de Côte d’Ivoire, 01 BP 490 Abidjan 01
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- Laboratoire de Bactériologie-Virologie/Unité des Antibiotiques, des Substances Naturelles et de la Surveillance des Résistances des Micro-Organismes aux Anti-Infectieux (ASSURMI)/Institut Pasteur de Côte d’Ivoire, 01 BP 490 Abidjan 01
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- Laboratoire de Biologie Moléculaire, d’Épidémiologie et de Surveillance des Bactéries et Virus Transmissibles par les Aliments (LaBESTA)/Centre de Recherche en Sciences Biologiques, Alimentaires et Nutritionnelles (CRSBAN)/Ecole Doctorale Sciences et Technologies (EDST)/Université Ouaga I Professeur Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso, Africa
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- Laboratoire de Biologie Moléculaire, d’Épidémiologie et de Surveillance des Bactéries et Virus Transmissibles par les Aliments (LaBESTA)/Centre de Recherche en Sciences Biologiques, Alimentaires et Nutritionnelles (CRSBAN)/Ecole Doctorale Sciences et Technologies (EDST)/Université Ouaga I Professeur Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso, Africa
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- Laboratoire de Biologie Moléculaire, d’Épidémiologie et de Surveillance des Bactéries et Virus Transmissibles par les Aliments (LaBESTA)/Centre de Recherche en Sciences Biologiques, Alimentaires et Nutritionnelles (CRSBAN)/Ecole Doctorale Sciences et Technologies (EDST)/Université Ouaga I Professeur Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso, Africa
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- Laboratoire de Biologie Moléculaire, d’Épidémiologie et de Surveillance des Bactéries et Virus Transmissibles par les Aliments (LaBESTA)/Centre de Recherche en Sciences Biologiques, Alimentaires et Nutritionnelles (CRSBAN)/Ecole Doctorale Sciences et Technologies (EDST)/Université Ouaga I Professeur Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso, Africa
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- Laboratoire de Biologie Moléculaire, d’Épidémiologie et de Surveillance des Bactéries et Virus Transmissibles par les Aliments (LaBESTA)/Centre de Recherche en Sciences Biologiques, Alimentaires et Nutritionnelles (CRSBAN)/Ecole Doctorale Sciences et Technologies (EDST)/Université Ouaga I Professeur Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso, Africa
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- Laboratoire de Biologie Moléculaire, d’Épidémiologie et de Surveillance des Bactéries et Virus Transmissibles par les Aliments (LaBESTA)/Centre de Recherche en Sciences Biologiques, Alimentaires et Nutritionnelles (CRSBAN)/Ecole Doctorale Sciences et Technologies (EDST)/Université Ouaga I Professeur Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso, Africa
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- Laboratoire de Biologie Moléculaire, d’Épidémiologie et de Surveillance des Bactéries et Virus Transmissibles par les Aliments (LaBESTA)/Centre de Recherche en Sciences Biologiques, Alimentaires et Nutritionnelles (CRSBAN)/Ecole Doctorale Sciences et Technologies (EDST)/Université Ouaga I Professeur Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso, Africa
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Abiala M, Olayiwola J, Babatunde O, Aiyelaagbe O, Akinyemi S. Evaluation of therapeutic potentials of plant extracts against poultry bacteria threatening public health. Altern Ther Health Med 2016; 16:417. [PMID: 27782860 PMCID: PMC5080767 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-016-1399-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2016] [Accepted: 10/11/2016] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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BACKGROUND Plant extracts were evaluated on poultry bacteria known to be threatening public health. This is to develop better bio-therapeutic agents from plant origin. METHODS Bacteria were isolated from water, feed, crop, gizzard and faeces of layer chicken. Isolates of interest (Escherichia coli, Salmonella enteritidis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella oxytoca) were subjected to antibiotic susceptibility test. Resistant strains were further evaluated against different plant extracts in comparison to Meropenem (control) using agar diffusion method. RESULTS E. coli had the highest occurrence (53 %), followed by P. aeruginosa (25 %) and then S. enteritidis (13 %) while the least was K. oxytoca (9 %). Virtually all the isolates exhibited multi-antibiotic resistance (MAR) with gross resistance to Amoxicillin, Erythromycin and Cefuroxine. P. aeruginosa (75 %), S. enteritidis (75 %) and E. coli (63 %), had the highest MAR. Out of the 11 (100 %) plant extracts evaluated, 7 (64 %) were outstanding and showed varied levels of antibacterial activity. Specifically, methanol extract of Mangifera indica Julie cultivar leaf (MJLM) had the highest antibacterial activity, followed by Euadenia trifoliata stem bark (TB03) and Euadenia eminens leaf (TB05). P. aeruginosa was highly susceptible (81.81 %) to the extracts, followed by S. enteritidis (63.64 %) and then E. coli (27.27 %). CONCLUSIONS MJLM and other extracts have proven to be promising extracts in which to search for bioactive components that can be developed into therapeutic drugs. This may help in the management of antibiotic resistant bacterial isolates from poultry chicken threatening public health.
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Hiko A, Abdata K, Muktar Y, Woyesa M, Mohammed A. Contamination of Ethiopian paper currency notes from various food handlers with E. coli. SPRINGERPLUS 2016; 5:1065. [PMID: 27462513 PMCID: PMC4942441 DOI: 10.1186/s40064-016-2742-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2015] [Accepted: 07/02/2016] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Contamination rate of Ethiopian paper currency notes handled by various food handlers with Escherichia coli and antimicrobial susceptibility of the isolates was assessed. A total of 384 Ethiopian Birr (ETB) notes were randomly sampled from meat handlers at butchers, bread and the related food handlers at cafeteria, fruit and vegetables handlers at supermarket, and milk sellers both at open market and dairy station. Fifty control new currencies were also sampled from Commercial Bank of Ethiopia. Both surfaces of the currency were swabbed using wet sterile cotton. The swab was overnight incubated in buffered peptone water. A loop full was streaked on eosin methylene blue agar and followed by biochemical test on presumptive E. coli colonies. Randomly selected isolates were exposed to chloramphenicol (C-30 µg), neomycin (N-30 µg), oxytetracycline (OT-30 µg), polymyxin-B (PB-300 IU) and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (SXT-1.25/23.75/µg) susceptibility using disc diffusion techniques. E. coli was not isolated from currency used as control. A total of 288 (75 %) currency notes were found carrying E. coli. E. coli prevalence was ranges from 67.2 % at open market milk sellers to 87.2 % at dairy station milk sellers; from 64.8 % on ETB 100 to 82.9 % on ETB 1. Differences were not observed in E. coli prevalence on currency notes from among almost all food handlers (P > 0.05). Susceptibility of tested isolates to each chloramphenicol, oxytetracycline and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole was 100 %, and to polymyxin-B was 97.3 %. High resistance (83.7 %) was observed to neomycin. The finding indicates, contaminated food can be a source of E. coli for further contamination of currency which again transfer through various foods ready for consumption.
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- Adem Hiko
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Haramaya University, Po. Box. 138, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Haramaya University, Po. Box. 138, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Haramaya University, Po. Box. 138, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
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- School of Veterinary Medicine, Collage of Medical and Health Sciences, Wollega University, Po. Box 395, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- School of Veterinary Medicine, Collage of Medical and Health Sciences, Wollega University, Po. Box 395, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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Hadifar S, Moghoofei M, Nematollahi S, Ramazanzadeh R, Sedighi M, Salehi-Abargouei A, Miri A. Epidemiology of Multidrug Resistant Uropathogenic Escherichia coli in Iran: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Jpn J Infect Dis 2016; 70:19-25. [PMID: 27000462 DOI: 10.7883/yoken.jjid.2015.652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the most common infections in humans. It is primarily caused by uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC), which has a high multidrug resistance (MDR). In consideration of the prevalence of MDR-UPEC strains, the aims of the present study were to systematically review the published data about the prevalence rate of MDR-UPEC from different parts of Iran and to establish the overall relative frequency (RF) of these strains in Iran. We searched several databases including PubMed, ISI Web of Science, Scopus, Google Scholar, IranMedex, and Iranian Scientific Information Database by using the following keywords: "Escherichia coli", "multidrug resistant", "MDR", "urinary tract infections", "UTI", "uropathogenic". and "Iran". Articles or abstracts that reported the prevalence of MDR-UPEC were included in this review. We found 15 articles suitable for inclusion in this study. A pooled estimation of 10,247 UPEC strains showed that 49.4% (95% confidence interval = 48.0-50.7%) of the stranis were MDR positive. The RF of MDR-UPEC in different studies varied from 10.5% to 79.2% in the Kashan and Hamedan provinces, respectively. According to the results of the present study, the RF of MDR-UPEC in Iran is high. Thus, measures should be taken to keep the emergence and transmission of these strains to a minimum.
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- Shima Hadifar
- Department of Microbiology, Pasteur Institute of Tehran
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