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| Allele | Database | Papers | Drug Classes | Organisms | Countries | Years | Sequence Accession | Protein Accession |
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| AAC(3)-IId | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 142 | TOBRAMYCIN, SISOMICIN +13 | Escherichia coli +44 | Japan, Norway, Europe, Australia, South Korea, Cameroon, Lebanon, Australia|India, Europe|Switzerland, Vietnam, Switzerland, Taiwan|Germany|Netherlands|United Kingdom|United States, Utah, China, South Africa, Lake Victoria, Tanzania, Brazil, Madagascar|Cambodia|Senegal, Shanghai, China, United States, Brazilian Amazon, Malawi, Jakarta, Sweden, Pacific region|Hawaii, Malaysia, Ghana, Europe|Spain|Hungary|Germany|France|Belgium|Poland|United Kingdom|Denmark, Vietnam|Southeast Asia, Europe|Poland, Canada, Cambodia, Germany, Portugal, Oman, Tanzania, North-Western Mexico, Kenya, southern Ontario, Canada, Thailand, North America|Asia|Europe|Middle East|Africa, New Zealand, Abuja, Nigeria, Democratic Republic of Congo|Democratic Republic of the Congo, Romania, Khon Kaen province, Thailand, Italy, Ontario, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, Guangdong, China, Belgium|The Netherlands|Europe, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China, Czech Republic|location A|location B|location C, West Texas, USA, Bangladesh, Northern Italy, Croatia, Brazilian Amazon Region, Central Adriatic|Central Adriatic Sea, UK, India, Peruvian Amazon, Spain, Beijing, Denmark|Finland|Germany, Fiji, Chennai, Egypt, Europe|Russia, Fujian Province, Southeast China|China, Europe|Asia|South America|Africa|Germany|Vietnam|USA|Ecuador|China, Terengganu, Malaysia|Malaysia, Indonesia, Western Balkans|Hungary, Hebei, China|Hebei province, China, Europe|Croatia, China|North America|Asia|Europe|Africa|Other, Atlanta, Central China, United Arab Emirates | 1994, 2010, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 | EU022314.1 | ABS70977.1 |
| aac(3)-IId | ResFinder Database | 1 | TOBRAMYCIN, SISOMICIN +4 | Escherichia coli | - | 2010 | EU022314 | - |
| aac(3)-IId-like | Reslit | 3 | gentamicin | Escherichia coli +2 | Pakistan, West Africa|Conakry, Guinea, Afghanistan | 2017, 2018, 2021 | CP025210|CP025211|CP025212|CP025213|CP025214|CP025215|CP025216|CP025217|CP025218|CP025219|CP025220|CP025221|CP025222|CP025223|CP025224|CP025225|CP025226|CP025227|CP025228|CP025229|CP025230|CP025231|CP025232|CP025233|CP025234|CP025235 | - |
| aac3-IId | Reslit | 2 | gentamicin | Escherichia coli | United Kingdom, Western Africa|Mali | 2019, 2023 | PRJEB26317 | - |
| aac(3)-IId/III | Reslit | 1 | gentamicin | Escherichia coli | - | 2020 | - | - |
| aac 3-IId | Reslit | 1 | streptomycin | Escherichia coli | Southeast Nigeria | 2022 | PRJEB43719 | - |
| aac (3)-IId | Reslit | 4 | aminoglycosides, gentamicin | Escherichia coli +3 | Italy, Ontario, Canada, Armenia | 2022, 2025 | ERS12773674|ERS12773675|ERS12773676|ERS12773677|ERS12773678|ERS12773679|ERS12773680|ERS12773681|ERS12773682|ERS12773683|ERS12773684|ERS12773685|ERS12773686|ERS12773687|ERS12773688|ERS12773689|ERS12773690|ERS12773691|ERS12773692|ERS12773693|ERS12773694|ERS12773695|ERS12773696|ERS12773697|ERS12773698|ERS12841964|ERS12841965|ERS12841966|ERS12841967|ERS12841968|ERS12841969|ERS12841970|ERS12841971|ERS12841972|ERS12841973|ERS12841974|ERS12413439|Ers12413440|CP023897|CP024806|KX523903|MG570092|KX894452|CP026476|MG228426|NZ_CP040399.1 | - |
| aac (3)- IId | Reslit | 1 | aminoglycosides | Klebsiella pneumoniae | China | 2024 | PRJNA786277 | - |
| aac ( 3 ) -IId | Reslit | 1 | aminoglycosides | Escherichia coli | Malaysia | 2024 | SRR29155955|SRR29155950|SRR29155917 | - |
| aac-3-IId | Reslit | 1 | kanamycin | Escherichia coli | Ibadan, Nigeria | 2025 | PRJEB8667 | - |
Genetic identity of aminoglycoside-resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from human and animal sources.
Genetic identity of aminoglycoside-resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from human and animal sources.
Genetic identity of aminoglycoside-resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from human and animal sources.
Genetic identity of aminoglycoside-resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from human and animal sources.
Carriage of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Plasmids Does Not Reduce Fitness but Enhances Virulence in Some Strains of Pandemic E. coli Lineages.
The study found that ESBL-plasmid carriage does not reduce fitness but enhances virulence in some strains of pandemic E. coli lineages. It identified several AMR genes on the ESBL-plasmids, including beta-lactamases (blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-27, blaCTX-M-14), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetR), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA, aac(6')-Ib-cr), chloramphenicol resistance gene (catB4), sulfonamide resistance gene (sul2), streptomycin resistance genes (strA, strB), dihydrofolate reductase genes (dhfrVII, dfrA17), and aminoglycoside phosphotransferase gene (aph(3')-Ia). Non-antibiotic resistance genes such as finO, traT, icc, yfaX, yihA, and hha were also identified.
Whole-Genome Analysis of Antimicrobial-Resistant and Extraintestinal Pathogenic Escherichia coli in River Water.
The study identified numerous antimicrobial resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from river water, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant and extraintestinal pathogenic strains. Key resistance genes included blaTEM-1, aac(3)-IId, qnrB7, and others.
Marine Bivalve Mollusks As Possible Indicators of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli and Other Species of the Enterobacteriaceae Family.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli isolates from marine bivalves, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and various aminoglycoside, trimethoprim, sulfonamide, tetracycline, chloramphenicol, quinolone, and macrolide resistance genes. These findings highlight the potential risk of MDR Enterobacteriaceae in marine environments.
Identification of a novel sequence type of Escherichia coli as the causative agent of pyelonephritis and bloodstream infection.
The study identifies a novel sequence type of Escherichia coli (ST-458) responsible for pyelonephritis and bloodstream infection, carrying multiple antibiotic resistance genes and mutations associated with resistance to fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, and beta-lactams.
Characterization of the Complete Nucleotide Sequences of IncA/C2 Plasmids Carrying In809-Like Integrons from Enterobacteriaceae Isolates of Wildlife Origin.
The study characterized IncA/C2 plasmids carrying In809-like integrons from Enterobacteriaceae isolates of wildlife origin, identifying several AMR genes including blaIMP-4, blaIMP-26, blaIMP-38, sul2, floR, aac(3)-IId, qnrA1, arr-3, dfrA12, aphA1, aadA16, aadA2, blaOXA-1, blaTEM-1, and blaDHA-1.
Rapid Nanopore Sequencing of Plasmids and Resistance Gene Detection in Clinical Isolates.
The study demonstrates the feasibility of rapid nanopore sequencing for detecting plasmid-borne antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in clinical isolates. It identifies several AMR genes, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, sulfonamide resistance genes, tetracycline resistance genes, macrolide resistance genes, and phenicol resistance genes, in both Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates.
Extensively Drug-Resistant Escherichia coli Sequence Type 1642 Carrying an IncX3 Plasmid Containing the blaKPC-2 Gene Associated with Transposon Tn4401a.
The study identifies several AMR genes in an extensively drug-resistant E. coli ST1642 isolate, including blaKPC-2, blaSHV-11, blaTEM-1, aadA5, strA, strB, aac(3)-IId, mph(A), sul1, sul2, tet(B), dfrA17, and qnrS1, which contribute to resistance against multiple antibiotics.
Impact of extensive antibiotic treatment on faecal carriage of antibiotic-resistant enterobacteria in children in a low resistance prevalence setting.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in E. coli isolates from children with cystic fibrosis, cancer, and healthy controls, highlighting differences in resistance profiles between groups.
High Prevalence of CTX-M-15-Type ESBL-Producing E. coli from Migratory Avian Species in Pakistan.
The study identified a high prevalence of CTX-M-15-type ESBL-producing E. coli in migratory avian species in Pakistan, highlighting the role of wild birds as reservoirs of multidrug-resistant bacteria and the potential for horizontal gene transfer of resistance determinants.
Clinically Relevant ESBL-Producing K. pneumoniae ST307 and E. coli ST38 in an Urban West African Rat Population.
The study identifies clinically relevant ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae ST307 and E. coli ST38 in an urban West African rat population, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains carrying various resistance genes such as blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-9, and others.
Genome Sequencing of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase (ESBL)-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolated from Pigs and Abattoir Workers in Cameroon.
The study identified multiple antibiotic resistance genes in ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae isolates from pigs and abattoir workers in Cameroon, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, bla SHV-28, and others, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains and their potential for zoonotic transmission.
Genomic Characterization of MDR Escherichia coli Harboring bla(OXA-48) on the IncL/M-type Plasmid Isolated from Blood Stream Infection.
The study identified multiple AMR genes, including blaOXA-48, blaCTX-M-3, blaTEM-1B, blaOXA-1, aac(3)-IId, tet(A), tet(R), and blaCMY-70, in an MDR E. coli isolate. It also detected mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N) and parC (S80I) contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Comparative genomics of clinical strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains isolated from different geographic sites.
The study identified several AMR genes in Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains from different geographic locations, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside resistance genes, fosfomycin resistance, chloramphenicol resistance, sulfonamide resistance, quaternary ammonium compound resistance, tetracycline resistance, and others. Indian eye isolates exhibited a higher diversity of resistance genes compared to Australian isolates.
First clinical case of KPC-3-producing Klebsiella michiganensis in Europe.
The study reports the first clinical case of a KPC-3-producing Klebsiella michiganensis isolate in Europe, highlighting the emergence of this multidrug-resistant pathogen and the significance of molecular diagnostics in identifying novel resistance mechanisms.
Characterization of a carbapenem- and colistin-resistant Enterobacter cloacae carrying Tn6901 in bla (NDM-1) genomic context.
The study characterizes a carbapenem- and colistin-resistant Enterobacter cloacae strain, PIMB10EC27, which carries multiple resistance genes including blaNDM-1, blaSHV-12, and qnrS1, as well as mutations in pmrB and pmrC that may contribute to colistin resistance.
Population-based inference of aminoglycoside resistance mechanisms in Escherichia coli.
The study identifies and characterizes several aminoglycoside resistance mechanisms in E. coli, including aac(3)-II, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, and aac(3)-IId, demonstrating their roles in reducing susceptibility to aminoglycosides such as kanamycin, tobramycin, and amikacin.
Emergence of Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Goldcoast Strains in Taiwan and International Spread of the ST358 Clone.
The study identifies multiple multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Goldcoast strains in Taiwan, highlighting the emergence of an ST358 clone carrying various resistance genes, including blaCTX-M-55, mcr-1, and others, contributing to the rapid increase in infections.
Population dynamics of an Escherichia coli ST131 lineage during recurrent urinary tract infection.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in E. coli ST131 isolates from a patient with recurrent UTIs, including plasmid-borne resistance genes and chromosomal mutations contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Molecular characterization of carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates with focus on antimicrobial resistance.
The study identifies blaKPC-2 as the dominant carbapenemase gene in clinical CRKP isolates, along with various ESBLs and other resistance genes such as blaCTX-M, blaTEM, blaSHV, aac(3)-IId, rmtB, QnrS1, oqxA, oqxB, fosA, catA1, catA2, dfrA1, and dfrA17.
The Resistome, Mobilome, Virulome and Phylogenomics of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Clinical Isolates from Pretoria, South Africa.
The study characterized the resistome, mobilome, and virulome of 20 multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from Pretoria, South Africa. Key findings include the identification of various beta-lactamase genes (blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-27, blaOXA-1, blaOXA-10, blaTEM-1B), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, aac(6')-Ib-cr, mph(A)), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), dihydrofolate reductase genes (dfrA17, dfrA14, dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA12, dfrA23), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B)), chloramphenicol resistance genes (catB3, catA1), and fluoroquinolone resistance mutations in gyrA, gyrB, parC, and parE.
Use of whole genome sequencing of commensal Escherichia coli in pigs for antimicrobial resistance surveillance, United Kingdom, 2018.
The study analyzed 515 E. coli isolates from pigs using whole genome sequencing to identify AMR genes and mutations. Key findings include the prevalence of blaTEM-1b, tet(A), and tetA(B) genes, along with various mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE that confer resistance to fluoroquinolones. The study highlights the effectiveness of WGS in predicting AMR phenotypes with high concordance to MIC results.
Genomic Investigation Reveals Contaminated Detergent as the Source of an Extended-Spectrum-β-Lactamase-Producing Klebsiella michiganensis Outbreak in a Neonatal Unit.
Machine learning with random subspace ensembles identifies antimicrobial resistance determinants from pan-genomes of three pathogens.
The study identifies known and novel antimicrobial resistance genes using a machine learning approach on pan-genomes of Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Escherichia coli. Key findings include the detection of resistance genes such as gyrA, parC, ermC, lmrS, aac(6')-aph(2"), dfrG, tetK, and various beta-lactamases.
Oral colonisation by antimicrobial-resistant Gram-negative bacteria among long-term care facility residents: prevalence, risk factors, and molecular epidemiology.
The study identified several AMR genes in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from LTCF residents, including bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-14, bla TEM-1B, bla IMP-1, and others, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as β-lactams, aminoglycosides, and fluoroquinolones.
Genome-Based Analysis of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli in the Aquatic Environment and Nile Perch (Lates niloticus) of Lake Victoria, Tanzania.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli from Nile perch and water samples in Lake Victoria, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, aadA2, aac(3)-IId, sul1, sul2, dfrA12, qepA4, tetB, tetD, mphA, mdfA, catA1, strA, strB, nfaE, iss, vat, and lpfA.
International clones of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (CTX-M)-producing Escherichia coli in peri-urban wild animals, Brazil.
The study identified various AMR genes in CTX-M-producing E. coli isolates from peri-urban wild animals in Brazil, including bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-2, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, and others, indicating the presence of multidrug-resistant bacteria in wildlife.
Klebsiella pneumoniae carriage in low-income countries: antimicrobial resistance, genomic diversity and risk factors.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from pregnant women in low-income countries, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug-resistant strains and the role of environmental factors in their carriage.
Nanopore sequencing reveals genomic map of CTX-M-type extended-spectrum β-lactamases carried by Escherichia coli strains isolated from blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) in Norway.
The study identified CTX-M-type extended-spectrum beta-lactamases in Escherichia coli strains isolated from blue mussels in Norway, highlighting the potential for mobility of these resistance genes.
Comparative analysis of multidrug resistance plasmids and genetic background of CTX-M-producing Escherichia coli recovered from captive wild animals.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in MDR E. coli strains from captive wild animals, highlighting the presence of CTX-M-8 and CTX-M-65 beta-lactamases, along with various other resistance mechanisms such as aminoglycoside, tetracycline, and fluoroquinolone resistance genes, as well as mutations in quinolone resistance-determining regions.
Genomic analyses of multidrug-resistant Salmonella Indiana, Typhimurium, and Enteritidis isolates using MinION and MiSeq sequencing technologies.
The study identified various AMR genes in multidrug-resistant Salmonella isolates, including beta-lactamases (blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-27, blaCTX-M-55, blaOXA-1, blaCMY-2, blaOXA, blaCMY), phenicol resistance genes (catB3, cmlA1, floR, catA1, catA2, oqxA, oqxB), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(6')-Ib-cr5, aac(6')-Ib-cr, oqxA2, qepA1, qnrS1), sulfonamide and trimethoprim resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA12, dfrA7), and tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B), tet(M)).
Effects of Low-Dose Antibiotics on Gut Immunity and Antibiotic Resistomes in Weaned Piglets.
The study identified two transferrable ARGs, Erm(T) and tcr3, which conferred resistance to macrolide and tetracycline, respectively, in weaned piglets exposed to low-dose antibiotics.
F Plasmids Are the Major Carriers of Antibiotic Resistance Genes in Human-Associated Commensal Escherichia coli.
The study identifies various antibiotic resistance genes in commensal E. coli isolates, highlighting the prevalence of resistance genes on F plasmids and the role of mobile genetic elements in their dissemination.
Genomic insights of Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from a native Amazonian fish reveal wide resistome against heavy metals, disinfectants, and clinically relevant antibiotics.
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae strain carrying several AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1B, blaSHV-27, aac(3)-IId, aadA1, sul2, tetB, tetD, fosA-like, oqxA, oqxB, and qnrE1, highlighting the potential of native Amazonian fish as reservoirs of clinically relevant AMR genes.
Genomic Analysis of two NDM-1 Providencia stuartii Strains Recovered from a Single Patient.
The study identified 13 resistance genes, including beta-lactamases (blaOXA-1, blaTEM-1, blaNDM-1), aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes (aphA6, aac(3)-IId, aac(2')-Ia, aac(6')-Ib-cr5), sulfonamide resistance (sul1), chloramphenicol resistance (catB3, catA3), rifampicin resistance (arr3), bleomycin resistance (ble), and tetracycline resistance (tet(B)) in NDM-1-producing Providencia stuartii strains.
Whole-Genome Sequence Analysis of an Extensively Drug-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Agona Isolate from an Australian Silver Gull (Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae) Reveals the Acquisition of Multidrug Resistance Plasmids.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in a multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Agona isolate from a silver gull, including bla CTX-M-55, dfrA14, sul3, qnrS1, tet(A), bla TEM-1, and others, indicating the acquisition of multidrug resistance plasmids.
Genomic epidemiology of Escherichia coli isolates from a tertiary referral center in Lilongwe, Malawi.
The study identifies the blaCTX-M-15 gene as a major contributor to cephalosporin resistance in Escherichia coli isolates from Malawi, along with other AMR genes such as aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, aadA5, ant(3'')-Ih, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(3')-Ia, aph(6)-Id, strA, strB, acrF, emrD, mdtM, blaTEM-1, catA1, catB3, dfrA17, sul2, mph(A), and tet(A).
Genome-based characterization of Escherichia coli causing bloodstream infection through next-generation sequencing.
The study identified various AMR genes in E. coli isolates from bloodstream infections, including genes conferring resistance to beta-lactams, macrolides, aminoglycosides, chloramphenicol, and trimethoprim. Additionally, mutations in quinolone resistance-determining regions of gyrA, parC, and parE were associated with ciprofloxacin resistance.
Colistin Dependence in Extensively Drug-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii Strain Is Associated with ISAjo2 and ISAba13 Insertions and Multiple Cellular Responses.
The study identifies the disruption of lpxA, mlaD, and pldA genes by IS Ajo2 and IS Aba13 insertions in colistin-dependent A. baumannii, leading to lipid A deficiency and colistin dependence.
A Longitudinal Evaluation of the Bacterial Pathogens Colonizing Chronic Non-Healing Wound Sites at a United States Military Treatment Facility in the Pacific Region.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in bacterial isolates from chronic non-healing wounds, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, macrolide resistance genes, and others. These genes were found in various bacterial species such as E. coli, S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, and others.
Complete Genome Sequencing of Acinetobacter baumannii AC1633 and Acinetobacter nosocomialis AC1530 Unveils a Large Multidrug-Resistant Plasmid Encoding the NDM-1 and OXA-58 Carbapenemases.
The study identifies a large multidrug-resistant plasmid in Acinetobacter baumannii AC1633 and Acinetobacter nosocomialis AC1530 carrying the NDM-1 and OXA-58 carbapenemases, along with other resistance genes such as aac(3)-IId, aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib, sul2, msrE, mphE, and tetA(39).
Epidemic HI2 Plasmids Mobilising the Carbapenemase Gene bla(IMP-4) in Australian Clinical Samples Identified in Multiple Sublineages of Escherichia coli ST216 Colonising Silver Gulls.
The study identifies epidemic HI2 plasmids harboring the carbapenemase gene bla(IMP-4) in multiple sublineages of Escherichia coli ST216 isolated from Australian silver gulls, highlighting the role of these plasmids in disseminating antibiotic resistance genes.
Clonal Clusters, Molecular Resistance Mechanisms and Virulence Factors of Gram-Negative Bacteria Isolated from Chronic Wounds in Ghana.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from chronic wounds in Ghana, including beta-lactamases, fosfomycin resistance genes, chloramphenicol resistance genes, aminoglycoside resistance genes, fluoroquinolone resistance genes, tetracycline resistance genes, sulfonamide resistance genes, trimethoprim resistance genes, and efflux pumps. Mutations in gyrA, parE, and parC were also found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genomic Diversity and Virulence Potential of ESBL- and AmpC-β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Strains From Healthy Food Animals Across Europe.
The study identifies various ESBL and AmpC beta-lactamase genes, including bla SHV-12, bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-2, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-52, and bla CMY-2, along with the mcr-1 gene conferring colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from food animals in Europe.
High-Level Aminoglycoside Resistance in Human Clinical Klebsiella pneumoniae Complex Isolates and Characteristics of armA-Carrying IncHI5 Plasmids.
The study identified armA and multiple aminoglycoside resistance genes (AMEs) on a conjugative IncHI5 plasmid in a high-level aminoglycoside-resistant Klebsiella variicola isolate. The plasmid p2757-346 carried two copies of armA along with six AME genes, highlighting the potential for dissemination of these resistance determinants.
WGS-Based Analysis of Carbapenem-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii in Vietnam and Molecular Characterization of Antimicrobial Determinants and MLST in Southeast Asia.
The study identified several AMR genes in carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii strains from Vietnam, including bla OXA-51-like, bla OXA-23, bla TEM-1, and others, highlighting the widespread resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, and other antibiotics.
Genome-Scale Metabolic Models and Machine Learning Reveal Genetic Determinants of Antibiotic Resistance in Escherichia coli and Unravel the Underlying Metabolic Adaptation Mechanisms.
The study identifies 20 top-ranked genetic determinants associated with antibiotic resistance in E. coli, including genes involved in cell wall metabolism, energy metabolism, and iron metabolism, using a combination of machine learning and genome-scale metabolic models.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Whole-Genome Characterisation of High-Level Ciprofloxacin-Resistant Salmonella Enterica Serovar Kentucky ST 198 Strains Isolated from Human in Poland.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in high-level ciprofloxacin-resistant Salmonella Enterica serovar Kentucky ST198 strains isolated from humans in Poland, including blaTEM-1B, qnrS1, aac(3)-Id, aac(3)-IId, aac(6')-Iaa, aac(6')-Iid, aph(3")-Ib, aph(3")-Id, aadA1, sul1, dfrA1, and tetA, along with mutations in gyrA and parC that confer resistance to quinolones and beta-lactams.
Genomic Characterization of Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella Serovars Derby and Rissen From the Pig Value Chain in Vietnam.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella serovars Derby and Rissen from Vietnam, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains along the pig value chain.
A One-Health Genomic Investigation of Gentamicin Resistance in Salmonella from Human and Chicken Sources in Canada, 2014 to 2017.
The study identified several aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, including aac(3)-VIa, aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-Id, aac(3)-IVa, aac(3)-IIa, ant(2′′)-Ia, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, aadA2, aadA7, aadA1, ant(3′′)-Ia, aac(6′)-Ib3, and rmtB, as key contributors to gentamicin resistance in Salmonella isolates from both human and chicken sources in Canada.
Genotypic and Phenotypic Characterization of Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles in Non-typhoidal Salmonella enterica Strains Isolated From Cambodian Informal Markets.
The study identified 17 unique AMR genes in 53% of the 81 S. enterica isolates, including genes encoding resistance to tetracycline, beta-lactam, sulfonamide, quinolone, aminoglycoside, phenicol, and trimethoprim.
IS1294 Reorganizes Plasmids in a Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Strain.
The study identifies and characterizes various AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-55, rmtB, oqxAB, blaTEM-1b, floR, tet(A), strA, strB, sul1, sul2, aac(3)-IId, aadA2, dfrA12, and aph(3′)-IIa, in a multidrug-resistant E. coli strain. These genes contribute to resistance against multiple antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and trimethoprim.
Emergence of ST63 Pandrug-Resistant Acinetobacter pittii Isolated From an AECOPD Patient in China.
The study reports a pandrug-resistant Acinetobacter pittii isolate (17-84) carrying multiple resistance genes including blaOXA-58, blaPER-1, aph(3')-VIb, aac(3')-IId, sul2, msr(E), and mph(E), along with mutations in gyrA, gyrB, parC, and pmrC contributing to resistance against various antibiotics.
Co-conjugation of Virulence Plasmid and KPC Plasmid in a Clinical Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain.
The study characterizes a carbapenem-resistant hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae strain that harbors a conjugative virulence plasmid and a bla KPC–2-bearing plasmid. The virulence plasmid contains multiple resistance genes, including bla KPC–2, qnrB4, bla DHA–1, sul1, msr(E), mph(E), bla TEM–1B, aac(3)-IId, bla SHV–12, mph(A), bla CTX–M–65, bla TEM–1B, fosA3, and rmtB. The study also shows that these plasmids can be transferred to other bacterial strains, contributing to the spread of multidrug-resistant and hypervirulent K. pneumoniae.
Molecular Epidemiology of Carbapenem-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii Strains Isolated at the German Military Field Laboratory in Mazar-e Sharif, Afghanistan.
The study identified bla OXA-23 as the primary cause of carbapenem resistance in Acinetobacter baumannii isolates from Afghanistan, along with various other resistance genes for sulfonamides, macrolides, tetracyclines, and aminoglycosides.
Carbapenem-Resistant Citrobacter spp. as an Emerging Concern in the Hospital-Setting: Results From a Genome-Based Regional Surveillance Study.
The study identifies various carbapenemase genes, including bla KPC-2, bla OXA-48, bla VIM-1, bla NDM-5, bla OXA-162, and bla KPC-3, in Citrobacter spp. isolates, highlighting their role in carbapenem resistance.
NDM-1 Introduction in Portugal through a ST11 KL105 Klebsiella pneumoniae Widespread in Europe.
The study characterizes the first recognized outbreak of NDM-1-producing K. pneumoniae in Portugal, highlighting the introduction of a new ST11 KL105 strain carrying blaNDM-1 in a unique genetic context. Several antibiotic resistance genes, including blaNDM-1, blaCTX-M-15, and others, were identified, along with chromosomal mutations conferring reduced susceptibility to fluoroquinolones and fosfomycin.
The Darkest Place Is under the Candlestick-Healthy Urogenital Tract as a Source of Worldwide Disseminated Extraintestinal Pathogenic Escherichia coli Lineages.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in E. coli strains from the urogenital microbiome of healthy women, including blaTEM-30, tet(A), aac(3)-IId, sul1, dfrA12, and a gyrA mutation (S83L) conferring resistance to various antibiotics.
Assessment of In-Vitro Synergy of Fosfomycin with Meropenem, Amikacin and Tigecycline in Whole Genome Sequenced Extended and Pan Drug Resistant Klebsiella Pneumoniae: Exploring A Colistin Sparing Protocol.
The study identified several AMR genes including blaOXA-232, blaNDM-1, blaNDM-5, blaCTX-M-15, blaSHV-1, blaTEM-1B, aac(6')-Ib, aadA2, aph(3')-Ic, aacA4, rmtf, fosA6, fosA5, and uhpT in XDR and PDR Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as carbapenems, cephalosporins, and aminoglycosides. The study also highlighted the effectiveness of fosfomycin in combination with meropenem and amikacin against these resistant strains.
First identification of bla (NDM-5) producing Escherichia coli from neonates and a HIV infected adult in Tanzania.
The study identifies bla NDM-5 producing Escherichia coli in Tanzania, highlighting the presence of carbapenem resistance and other resistance genes on various plasmids.
Genomic Profiling of Antibiotic-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolates from Surface Water of Agricultural Drainage in North-Western Mexico: Detection of the International High-Risk Lineages ST410 and ST617.
The study identified multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from surface water in north-western Mexico, including international high-risk lineages ST410 and ST617. These isolates carried various AMR genes such as blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-15, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, floR, cmlA1, lnu(F), mdf(A), sul2, sul3, tet(A), tet(B), dfrA12, and dfrA17. Additionally, mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N), parC (S80I), and parE (S458A) were found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genetic Diversity, Distribution, and Genomic Characterization of Antibiotic Resistance and Virulence of Clinical Pseudomonas aeruginosa Strains in Kenya.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in P. aeruginosa isolates from Kenya, including carbapenemases (blaNDM-1, blaVIM-6), fluoroquinolone resistance genes (qnrVC1, crpP), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IId, aph(3')-Ib, ant(3'')-Ia), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetG), phenicol resistance genes (floR, cmlA), sulfonamide resistance gene (sul), trimethoprim resistance gene (dfrB), glycopeptide resistance gene (ble), and macrolide resistance gene (EreA). Additionally, mutations in gyrA and parC were associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Using whole-genome sequence data to examine the epidemiology of antimicrobial resistance in Escherichia coli from wild meso-mammals and environmental sources on swine farms, conservation areas, and the Grand River watershed in southern Ontario, Canada.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from wild meso-mammals and environmental sources, including blaTEM-1, tet(A), tet(B), sul1, sul2, aph(3”)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, blaCMY-2, qnrS1, and floR. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, aminoglycosides, and quinolones.
In vitro Synergistic Activities of Fosfomycin in Combination with Other Antimicrobial Agents Against Carbapenem-Resistant Escherichia coli Harboring bla (NDM-1) on the IncN2 Plasmid and a Study of the Genomic Characteristics of These Pathogens.
The study identified several AMR genes in bla NDM-1 -harboring CREC isolates, including bla NDM-1, aac(3)-IId, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aadA5, aadA16, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB6, ARR-3, dfrA17, dfrA27, sul1, sul2, tet(A), mph(A), bla TEM-1C, bla TEM-57, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and bla CMY-2. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, rifampicin, trimethoprim, sulfonamides, tetracycline, and macrolides.
Escherichia coli ST1193: Following in the Footsteps of E. coli ST131
The paper characterizes Escherichia coli ST1193 as an emerging multidrug-resistant clone with various AMR determinants, including beta-lactamases (bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-55, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1, bla CMY-42, bla CMY-2), aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes (aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, aph(3′′)-Ib, aph(6)-Id), and other resistance genes (mcr-1, mph(A), erm(B), dfrA8, dfrA12, dfrA17, sul1, sul2, tetA, tetB).
Genomic surveillance for multidrug-resistant or hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae among United States bloodstream isolates.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in Klebsiella pneumoniae bloodstream isolates, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant and hypervirulent strains in the United States.
Molecular characterization of extended spectrum cephalosporin resistant Escherichia coli isolated from livestock and in-contact humans in Southeast Nigeria.
The study identified four variants of bla CTX-M (CTX-M-15, CTX-M-55, CTX-M-64, and CTX-M-65) in extended-spectrum cephalosporin-resistant Escherichia coli from livestock and in-contact humans in Southeast Nigeria. Other AMR genes such as bla TEM-1b, aac 3-IId, qnr S1, and sul 2 were also characterized.
Prevalence and distribution of extended-spectrum β-lactamase and AmpC-producing Escherichia coli in two New Zealand dairy farm environments.
The study identified bla CMY-2, bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, and bla OXA-1 genes in ESBL- and AmpC-producing E. coli isolates from New Zealand dairy farms, highlighting the presence of plasmid-mediated resistance mechanisms.
Molecular characterization of multi drug resistant Escherichia coli isolates at a tertiary hospital in Abuja, Nigeria.
The study identified several AMR genes in multi-drug resistant E. coli isolates, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-65, bla OXA-1, bla OXA-2, bla CMY-2, bla NDM-1, bla NDM-5, aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IIe, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aad A5, ant(2′′)-Ia, aph(3′′)-Ib, aph(3′′)-VI, aph(6)-Id, ermB, ermD, fosA3, fosA7, mdtM, emrD, sul1, sul2, sul3, tetA, tetB, tetM, dfrA1, dfrA7, dfrA8, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17, dfrA82, dfrB4, qepA, qepA1, qepA2, qepA4, qnrB19, qnrS1, qacE, catA1, catA2, catB3, cmlA1, mphA.
Urban rats as carriers of invasive Salmonella Typhimurium sequence type 313, Kisangani, Democratic Republic of Congo.
The study identified multidrug-resistant Salmonella Typhimurium ST313 in urban rats in Kisangani, Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting their potential role as reservoirs of invasive Salmonella. The resistant isolates carried genes such as blaTEM-1, strA, strB, ant(3')-Ia, aac(3')-IId, sul1, sul2, dfrA1, tetB, and catA10, conferring resistance to multiple antibiotics.
Genomic characteristics of clinical multidrug-resistant Proteus isolates from a tertiary care hospital in southwest China.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes in clinical multidrug-resistant Proteus isolates, including bla CTX-M-65, bla OXA-1, bla KPC-2, bla NDM-1, and others, highlighting the genetic diversity of mobile genetic elements carrying resistance genes.
Characterization of Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolates from Two Romanian Hospitals Co-Presenting Resistance and Heteroresistance to Colistin.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates, including bla NDM-1, bla OXA-48, and various aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, as well as mutations in mgrB, gyrA, parC, and porin genes associated with colistin and fluoroquinolone resistance.
A One Health Genomic Investigation of Gentamicin Resistance in Escherichia coli from Human and Chicken Sources in Canada, 2014 to 2017.
The study identified several aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, including aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-VIa, aac(3)-IIa, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, aac(3)-IVa, ant(2″)-Ia, aadA5, aadA1, aadA2, aph(3″)-Ib, and strA, as key contributors to gentamicin and spectinomycin resistance in Escherichia coli from human and chicken sources in Canada.
Genome-associations of extended-spectrum ß-lactamase producing (ESBL) or AmpC producing E. coli in small and medium pig farms from Khon Kaen province, Thailand.
The study identifies various AMR genes in ESBL and/or AmpC-producing E. coli from small and medium pig farms in Thailand, highlighting the co-occurrence of resistance genes conferring resistance to critically important antimicrobials.
Identification of KPC-112 from an ST15 Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain Conferring Resistance to Ceftazidime-Avibactam.
The study identifies a novel KPC variant, KPC-112, which confers resistance to ceftazidime-avibactam. Additionally, various other resistance genes and mutations were characterized, contributing to multidrug resistance in the isolate.
Detection and characterization of ESBL-producing Escherichia coli and additional co-existence with mcr genes from river water in northern Thailand.
The study identified ESBL-producing E. coli in river water in northern Thailand, with bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-14, and bla CTX-M-27 being the most prevalent beta-lactamase genes. Additionally, mcr-1.1 and mcr-3.4 genes were found to confer resistance to colistin. Various other resistance genes were also characterized, including aac(3)-IId, aadA5, ant(3″)-Ia, aph(3″)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, qnrS1, mdf(A), erm(B), mph(A), floR, sul2, sul3, tet(A), tet(X), tet(M), dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17, cmlA1, catA2, lnu(F), and erm(42).
The hazard of carbapenemase (OXA-181)-producing Escherichia coli spreading in pig and veal calf holdings in Italy in the genomics era: Risk of spill over and spill back between humans and animals.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including bla OXA-181, bla TEM-1B, aac (3)-IId, aad A2, cml A1, dfr A12, mef (B), sul 3, tet (A), tet (M), incX3, incX1, incFII, qnr S1, aph (3″)-Ib, aph (6)-Id, flo R, lnu (F), sul 2, sul 3, tet (B), mph (A), mph (G), qnr B4, rmt B, and fos A3, in OXA-181-producing E. coli isolates from pigs and bovines in Italy. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, cephalosporins, penicillins, aminoglycosides, trimethoprim, macrolides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, and fosfomycin.
The hazard of carbapenemase (OXA-181)-producing Escherichia coli spreading in pig and veal calf holdings in Italy in the genomics era: Risk of spill over and spill back between humans and animals.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including bla OXA-181, bla TEM-1B, aac (3)-IId, aad A2, cml A1, dfr A12, mef (B), sul 3, tet (A), tet (M), incX3, incX1, incFII, qnr S1, aph (3″)-Ib, aph (6)-Id, flo R, lnu (F), sul 2, sul 3, tet (B), mph (A), mph (G), qnr B4, rmt B, and fos A3, in OXA-181-producing E. coli isolates from pigs and bovines in Italy. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, cephalosporins, penicillins, aminoglycosides, trimethoprim, macrolides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, and fosfomycin.
Combining analytical epidemiology and genomic surveillance to identify risk factors associated with the spread of antimicrobial resistance in Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Heidelberg.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Heidelberg, including bla CMY-2, bla TEM-1A, bla TEM-1B, bla TEM-214, mcr -9, and others, highlighting the prevalence of resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, and other antimicrobial agents.
Combining analytical epidemiology and genomic surveillance to identify risk factors associated with the spread of antimicrobial resistance in Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Heidelberg.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Heidelberg, including bla CMY-2, bla TEM-1A, bla TEM-1B, bla TEM-214, mcr -9, and others, highlighting the prevalence of resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, and other antimicrobial agents.
In silico analyses of diversity and dissemination of antimicrobial resistance genes and mobile genetics elements, for plasmids of enteric pathogens.
The study identifies a diverse array of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes across various plasmid replicon types in enteric pathogens, highlighting the prevalence of resistance genes in plasmids such as IncHI2, IncN, IncA/C, IncP, IncHI1, and IncFIA. Key AMR genes include aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IIg, aac(6')-Ib3, aadA1, aadA5, aph(3'')-Ib, bla CMY-2, bla CTX-M-27, bla NDM-1, mcr-9.1, and others, which confer resistance to antibiotics such as gentamicin, cephalosporins, carbapenems, colistin, and tetracycline.
Epidemiology and Genetic Characteristics of Carbapenem-Resistant Escherichia coli in Chinese Intensive Care Unit Analyzed by Whole-Genome Sequencing: a Prospective Observational Study.
The study identified bla KPC-2 and bla NDM-5 as the main carbapenem resistance genes in carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli (CREC) isolates. Additionally, various other resistance genes were detected, including extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (CTX-M-14, CTX-M-15, CTX-M-27, CTX-M-3, OXA-1, OXA-10, TEM-1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-Iva, aac(6′)-Ib-AKT, aac(6′)-Ib-D181Y, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, aph(3″)-Ib, aph(3′)-Ia, aph(4)-Ia, aph(6)-Id), quinolone resistance genes (qnrS1, qnrS2), tetracycline resistance genes (oqxA10, oqxB17), fosfomycin resistance gene (fosA3), and chloramphenicol resistance genes (cmlA1, cmlA5).
Characterization of Extensively Drug-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Kentucky Sequence Type 198 Isolates from Chicken Meat Products in Xuancheng, China.
Extensively drug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198 isolates from chicken meat products in Xuancheng, China, were characterized. These isolates carried multiple resistance genes, including bla CTX-M-55, bla TEM-1B, aac(3)-IId, aadA17, rmtB, tet(A), floR, lnu(F), arr-2, qnrS1, sul1, mph(A), and fosA3, and mutations in gyrA (S83F, D87N) and parC (S80I), leading to resistance against several antimicrobial agents.
Antimicrobial resistance and genomic characterization of Salmonella enterica isolates from chicken meat.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella enterica isolates from chicken meat, including aminoglycoside, beta-lactam, quinolone, tetracycline, sulfonamide, and phenicol resistance genes. These genes were detected using whole genome sequencing and correlated with phenotypic resistance profiles.
High Genetic Diversity of Carbapenem-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii Isolates Recovered in Nigerian Hospitals in 2016 to 2020.
The study identified blaOXA-23 and blaNDM-1 as the most common carbapenem resistance genes in Acinetobacter baumannii isolates from Nigerian hospitals, along with several other AMR genes and mutations contributing to multidrug resistance.
Whole-genome sequencing reveals high-risk clones of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in Guangdong, China.
The study identified multiple AMR genes, including aac(6')-IIa, aac(6')-Ib4, aac(6')-Ib7, aac(6')-Ib9, aac(6')-Ib10, aac(3)-IId, aadA, aadA2, aadA3, aadA7, aadA13, bla OXA-50-Like, bla OXA-1-Like, bla OXA-10-Like, bla OXA-21-Like, bla VIM-2, bla IMP-9, bla IMP-45, bla KPC-2, bla CTX-M-13, bla CARB-1, bla CARB-3, qnrVC1, qnrVC6, bla PDC-3, and bla PDC-5, in Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates from Guangdong, China, highlighting the high prevalence of multidrug-resistant and carbapenem-resistant strains.
Investigating Possible Interspecies Communication of Plasmids Associated with Transfer of Third-Generation Cephalosporin, Quinolone, and Colistin Resistance Between Simultaneously Isolated Escherichia Coli and Klebsiella Pneumoniae.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates, including bla CTX-M-14, qnrS1, mcr-1.1, and others, highlighting the role of plasmids in the transfer of resistance genes between species.
Virotyping and genetic antimicrobial susceptibility testing of porcine ETEC/STEC strains and associated plasmid types.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in porcine ETEC/STEC strains, including beta-lactamases (blaTEM-1A, blaTEM-1B, blaTEM-106), polymyxin resistance genes (mcr-1.1, mcr-2.1, mcr-5.1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IV, aac(3)-IVa, aph(3')-Ia, aadA1, aadA10, aadA12), florfenicol resistance gene (floR), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B)), quinolone resistance gene (qnrS1), and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA36).
Molecular epidemiology of enterically colonizing Escherichia coli with resistance against third-generation cephalosporins isolated from stool samples of European soldiers with concomitant diarrhea on deployment in Western African Mali.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15 and bla TEM-1b as the primary genes responsible for third-generation cephalosporin resistance in E. coli isolates from European soldiers in Mali. Additionally, several quinolone resistance genes including qnrS1, gyrA S83L, gyrA D87N, parE S458T, parE S458A, and parC S80I were found. Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole resistance was mediated by sul1, sul2, dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA14, and dfrA17. Gentamicin resistance was associated with aph6-Id, aph3-Ib, aac3-IId, aadA5, and aac6-Ib-cr5. Tetracycline resistance was conferred by tetA, tetB, and tetD.
Concordance between Genotypic and Phenotypic Drug-Resistant Profiles of Shigella Isolates from Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China, 2005 to 2016.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in Shigella isolates from Taiyuan City, including beta-lactamases (blaTEM-1, blaOXA-1, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-55), quinolone resistance genes (qnrS1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IId), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetB), macrolide resistance genes (mphA, ermB), and chloramphenicol resistance gene (catI). Mutations in gyrA and parC were associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Hospital and community wastewater as a source of multidrug-resistant ESBL-producing Escherichia coli.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-1, bla GES-5, bla OXA-244, qnrS1, qnrB4, aac(3)-IId, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, catA1, cmlA1, and bla TEM-1, which confer resistance to various antibiotics in multidrug-resistant ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from hospital and environmental sources.
Dominance of Escherichia coli sequence types ST73, ST95, ST127 and ST131 in Australian urine isolates: a genomic analysis of antimicrobial resistance and virulence linked to F plasmids.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes in E. coli isolates from Australian urine samples, including blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-14, blaTEM-28, sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA17, dfrA5, dfrA1, dfrB4, tetA, tetB, mphA, cmlA1, cmlA5, catB3, sat2, qnrD1, fosA7, aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IIe, aph(3')-IIa, aph(6)-Id, ant(3'')-IIa, intI1, and intI2. These genes were associated with resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, tetracycline, macrolides, chloramphenicol, streptothricin, quinolones, fosfomycin, and aminoglycosides.
Genomic Characterization of Fecal Escherichia coli Isolates with Reduced Susceptibility to Beta-Lactam Antimicrobials from Wild Hogs and Coyotes.
The study identified beta-lactamase genes (blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-55, blaCTX-M-27), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetB, tetC), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IId, aadA5, ant(3")-Ia, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3")-lb, aph(6)-ld), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), amphenicol resistance gene (floR), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA17), and MLS resistance genes (Inu(F), erm(B), mph(A)) in E. coli isolates from coyotes and wild hogs. Additionally, chromosomal mutations in ampC, gyrA, parC, and parE were found to confer resistance to beta-lactam and quinolone antibiotics.
Case report: A rare multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli causes fatal neonatal meningoencephalitis.
The study reports a case of fatal neonatal meningoencephalitis caused by a multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli serotype O75. The isolate was resistant to various antibiotics except cefoperazone/sulbactam and imipenem, highlighting the challenges in treating neonatal bacterial infections with multidrug-resistant strains.
Genomic Analysis of an Escherichia coli Sequence Type 167 Isolate Harboring a Multidrug-Resistant Conjugative Plasmid, Suggesting the Potential Transmission of the Type Strains from Animals to Humans.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes in the E. coli ST167 isolate ECO3183, including bla_NDM-5, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3")-Ib, aac(3)-IId, sul1, sul2, dfrA27, tet(A), floR, mph(A), and arr-3, which contribute to its multidrug-resistant phenotype. Additionally, a chromosomal gyrA mutation (p.S83L) was associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genomic and functional portrait of multidrug-resistant, hydrogen sulfide (H(2)S)-producing variants of Escherichia coli.
The study identified multidrug-resistant, hydrogen sulfide-producing variants of Escherichia coli from Bangladesh, highlighting the presence of various AMR genes such as bla TEM1B, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-123, aadA1, aadA2, aph (3')-Ia, aph (3'')-Ib, aph (6)-Id, tet(A), tet(M), sul3, sul2, dfrA12, mph(A), floR, cmlA1, qacL, and qnrS1.
Poultry production as the main reservoir of ciprofloxacin- and tigecycline-resistant extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198.2-2 causing human infections in China.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198.2-2, including blaCTX-M-14b, blaCTX-M-55, blaTEM-1B, aadA7, aph(3')-Ia, aac(3)-IId, rmtB, tet(A), sul1, dfrA14, floR, lnu(F), mph(A), arr-2, and fosA3, which confer resistance to various antibiotics. Mutations in gyrA and parC also contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genetic Diversity and Antimicrobial Resistance of Extraintestinal E. coli Populations Pre- and Post-Antimicrobial Therapy on Broilers Affected by Colisepticemia.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in extraintestinal E. coli populations from broilers treated with enrofloxacin. Key findings include the presence of qnrB19 and qnrS1 genes, which confer fluoroquinolone resistance, and mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE genes associated with fluoroquinolone resistance. Additionally, multiple other AMR genes were detected, indicating multidrug resistance.
The multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas fluorescens strain: a hidden threat in boar semen preservation.
The study identifies multiple acquired antibiotic resistance genes in the Pseudomonas fluorescens strain GXZC, including those conferring resistance to aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, and sulfonamides. The strain exhibits multidrug resistance and poses a risk in boar semen preservation.
First Report and Characterization of the mcr-1 Positive Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Strain Isolated from Pigs in Croatia.
The study reports the first mcr-1 positive multidrug-resistant E. coli strain isolated from pigs in Croatia. The strain was resistant to colistin, gentamicin, ampicillin, cefepime, cefotaxime, ceftazidime, sulfamethoxazole, chloramphenicol, nalidixic acid, and ciprofloxacin. The mcr-1 gene was located on an IncX4 plasmid, along with other resistance genes such as bla TEM-1B, bla CTX-M-1, aac(3)-IId, aph(3’)-Ia, aadA5, sul2, and catA1. Mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N) and parC (A56T, S80I) were also identified, contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Unveiling the genome of a high-risk pandrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae emerging in the Brazilian Amazon Region, 2022.
The study identified a pandrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae strain (Kp196) with a complex resistome comprising numerous acquired and intrinsic resistance mechanisms, including multiple beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, quinolone resistance proteins, and mutations in genes involved in colistin, tigecycline, and fluoroquinolone resistance.
CRISPR-Cas9-mediated IncF plasmid curing in extraintestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli.
The study identified several AMR genes carried on IncF plasmids in MDR ExPEC strains, including bla TEM-1, aac(3)-IId, tet(A), aph(6)-Id, aph(3')-Ib, mphA, sul1, sul2, aadA5, dfrA17, strAB, qacEdelta1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, catB3, bla OXA-1, bla CTX-M-27, and aac(6')-Ib-cr5. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and chloramphenicol.
Occurrence and temporal distribution of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli in clams from the Central Adriatic, Italy.
The study identified several β-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-55, bla SHV12, bla CMY-2, bla TEM-1B, bla TEM-106, and bla TEM-126, which confer resistance to various β-lactam antibiotics. Other resistance genes such as aac(6′)-Ib-cr, qnrS1, tet(A), tet(B), tet(M), aadA5, aadA2b, sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA17, dfrA5, dfrA14, dfrA12, mph(A), cmlA1, catA2, aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, and lnu(F) were also characterized, providing insights into the multidrug resistance profiles of ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from clams in the Central Adriatic.
Predominant transmission of KPC-2 carbapenemase in Germany by a unique IncN plasmid variant harboring a novel non-transposable element (NTE (KPC) -Y).
The study identifies a unique IncN[pMLST15] plasmid variant harboring a novel non-transposable element (NTE KPC-Y) that carries the bla KPC-2 gene along with other antibiotic resistance genes, contributing to the widespread transmission of KPC-2 carbapenemase in Germany.
Metagenomic identification of pathogens and antimicrobial-resistant genes in bacterial positive blood cultures by nanopore sequencing.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in bacterial positive blood cultures using nanopore sequencing, demonstrating the effectiveness of this method in detecting resistance mechanisms and pathogens quickly.
Mechanism for transmission and pathogenesis of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales harboring the carbapenemase IMP and clinical countermeasures.
The study identifies blaIMP-4 and blaIMP-26 as carbapenemase genes responsible for carbapenem resistance in Enterobacterales. Additionally, various other AMR genes such as aac(6')-lb3, armAC, aph(3'')-lb, aph(6)-ld, aadA5, aac(6')-llc, aac(3)-IId, dfrA19, dfrA1, sul1, tet(D), tet(A), qnrS1, qnrB4, msr(E), mph(E), ere(A), mph(A), mcr-9, and ARR-3 were characterized for their roles in resistance to different antibiotics.
Short-duration selective decontamination of the digestive tract infection control does not contribute to increased antimicrobial resistance burden in a pilot cluster randomised trial (the ARCTIC Study).
The study found no significant increase in clinically relevant antimicrobial resistance gene burden in critically ill children treated with SDD-enhanced infection control compared to standard care.
Genomic investigation unveils high-risk ESBL producing Enterobacteriaceae within a rural environmental water body.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae isolated from a rural environmental water body in India, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains with genes such as bla VEB-6, bla SHV-12, bla NDM-1, bla CTX-M, and mcr-9, along with mutations in ompK 36 and gyrA.
Genomic insights into ESBL-producing Escherichia coli isolated from non-human primates in the Peruvian Amazon.
The study identified three bla CTX-M variants (bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, and bla CTX-M-65) and a broad resistome in ESBL-producing E. coli strains isolated from non-human primates in the Peruvian Amazon.
Phenotypic and genetic characterization of antimicrobial resistance in Salmonella enterica serovar Choleraesuis isolates from humans and animals in Spain from 2006 to 2021.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in Salmonella enterica serovar Choleraesuis isolates from humans and animals in Spain, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains and the role of plasmids in the dissemination of resistance mechanisms.
Genomic insights and antimicrobial resistance profiles of CRKP and non-CRKP isolates in a Beijing geriatric medical center: emphasizing the bla(KPC-2) carrying high-risk clones and their spread.
The study identifies blaKPC-2 as a key gene in carbapenem resistance among CRKP isolates, along with other resistance genes such as rmtB, APH(3')-Ia, and QnrB4. It also highlights the prevalence of ST11-KL47-OL101 clones and the role of plasmid pKpnR03_2 in the spread of resistance.
Genomic characterization of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing and carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli from urban wastewater in Australia.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in carbapenem-resistant and ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from Australian wastewater, highlighting the presence of resistance mechanisms such as bla NDM-5, bla CMY-42, and mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE.
Comparison of genotypic and phenotypic antimicrobial resistance profiles of Salmonella enterica isolates from poultry diagnostic specimens.
The study identified 31 AMR genes in 97 Salmonella enterica isolates from poultry, including aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IVa, aac(3)-VIa, aac(6′)-Ib4, ant(2′′)-Ia, grdA, aph(3′)-Ia, aph(3′)-IIa, aadA1, aadA2, aadA7, aadA13, aph(3′)-Ib, aph(6)-Ic, aph(6)-Id, aph(4)-Ia, blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-1, blaHER-3, blaTEM-1, floR, tetA, tetB, tetC, dfrA12, sul1, sul2, fosA7, qnrB19, ble, and mcr-9.
Persistent Colonization of Ciprofloxacin-Resistant and Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase (ESBL)-Producing Salmonella enterica Serovar Kentucky ST198 in a Patient with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
The study characterizes three ciprofloxacin-resistant and extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198 strains from a single patient with inflammatory bowel disease, highlighting their multidrug-resistant profile and potential epidemiological links to strains from chicken meat.
Comparison of IncK-bla(CMY-2) Plasmids in Extended-Spectrum Cephalosporin-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolated from Poultry and Humans in Denmark, Finland, and Germany.
The study characterizes IncK-bla(CMY-2) plasmids in extended-spectrum cephalosporin-resistant E. coli isolates from poultry and humans in Denmark, Finland, and Germany, identifying multiple resistance genes including bla(CMY-2), aadA1, aac(3)-Vla, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IId, aadA5, aph(3′)-Ia, sul1, sul2, tet(A), tet(B), and bla TEM-1B.
Three concurrent mechanisms generate gene copy number variation and transient antibiotic heteroresistance.
The study identifies three mechanisms (tandem amplification, increased plasmid copy number, and transposition of resistance genes) that generate gene copy number variation and transient antibiotic heteroresistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli.
Molecular and clinical epidemiology of carbapenem resistant Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Enterobacterales in Fiji: a multicentre prospective observational study.
The study identified several carbapenem-resistant genes, including bla OXA-23, bla OXA-66, bla NDM-1, bla OXA-50, bla OXA-395, bla NDM-7, and bla NDM-5, in various bacterial species in Fiji.
Genomic characterization of multi drug resistant ESBL-producing Escherichia coli isolates from patients and patient environments in a teaching hospital in Ghana.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from patients and the hospital environment, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, bla OXA-1, and various aminoglycoside, macrolide, tetracycline, sulfonamide, and trimethoprim resistance genes. Additionally, PMQR genes like qnrS1, qnrB19, qnrB4, and qepA4 were detected, contributing to quinolone resistance.
The Prevalence of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli in Chennai and Whole Genome Sequence Analysis of Carbapenem-Resistant Escherichia coli ST410.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in a carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli ST410 isolate, including blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-15, blaNDM-5, armA, aac(3)-IId, and gyrA mutations (p.S83L and p.D87N), which confer resistance to beta-lactams, cephalosporins, carbapenems, aminoglycosides, and fluoroquinolones.
Relationship between virulence and carbapenem resistance phenotype of Klebsiella pneumoniae from blood infection: identification of a carbapenem-resistant and hypervirulent strain.
The study identified a carbapenem-resistant and hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae strain (CR-HVKP) carrying various resistance genes including bla KPC-2, bla SHV-145, bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-3, fosA6, oqxA5, oqxB26, and aac(3)-IId. This strain also exhibited high virulence characteristics such as biofilm formation and serum resistance.
Genomic profiling of pan-drug resistant proteus mirabilis Isolates reveals antimicrobial resistance and virulence gene landscape.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in pan-drug resistant Proteus mirabilis isolates, including genes conferring resistance to aminoglycosides, beta-lactams, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and others. These genes were found on the chromosome and contributed to the isolates' resistance to various antibiotic classes.
Biofilm enhanced the mitigations of antibiotics and resistome in sulfadiazine and trimethoprim co-contaminated soils.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including aadA7, aac(6')-II, aac(3)-iid, aadD, tetA, tetM, tetX, and sul2, in Arthrobacter sp. D2, which are involved in resistance to aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, and sulfonamides. These genes were experimentally validated using high-throughput qPCR analysis.
Determinants of Antibiotic Resistance and Virulence Factors in the Genome of Escherichia coli APEC 36 Strain Isolated from a Broiler Chicken with Generalized Colibacillosis.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes in the E. coli APEC 36 strain, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, fluoroquinolone resistance genes, and efflux pumps, indicating a high level of multidrug resistance.
Genome and antibiotic resistance characteristics of Shigella clinical isolates in Fujian Province, Southeast China, 2005-2019.
The study identified various AMR genes in Shigella isolates from Fujian Province, including beta-lactamases (bla TEM-1, bla OXA-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-64), macrolide resistance genes (mphA, ermB), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetB), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA, aph(3')-Ib, aac(3)-IId), chloramphenicol resistance gene (catA1), and sulfonamide/trimethoprim resistance genes (sul1, sul2, dfrA1, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17).
Phenotypic and genotypic characterization of clinical carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter species harboring the metallo-beta-lactamases IMP-8 or NDM-1 in China.
The study characterized the phenotypic and genotypic features of one IMP-8-producing and four NDM-1-producing plasmids in Acinetobacter spp. strains isolated in 2010, highlighting the presence of various resistance genes including blaIMP-8, blaNDM-1, aac(6')-Ib, aac(3)-IId, msr(E), mph(E), sul1, sul2, tet(39), and aph(3')-VI.
Phenotypic and Genomic Characterization of ESBL- and AmpC-β-Lactamase-Producing Enterobacterales Isolates from Imported Healthy Reptiles.
The study identified multiple ESBL and AmpC β-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-3, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-65, bla SHV-12, bla SHV-42, bla DHA-1, bla CMY-2, bla CMY-3, bla CMY-46, bla CMY-101, bla ACT-16, bla CMH-like, and bla MIR-9, along with other AMR genes such as mcr-1, qnrS1, aac(6')-Ib-cr5, and various tetracycline, aminoglycoside, sulfonamide, chloramphenicol, macrolide, lincosamide, and rifampicin resistance genes in Enterobacterales isolates from imported healthy reptiles.
Molecular Epidemiology and In-Depth Characterization of Klebsiella pneumoniae Clinical Isolates from Armenia.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in K. pneumoniae isolates from Armenia, highlighting the presence of XDR and MDR strains with resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, aminoglycosides, and quinolones.
Whole-genome sequencing of Acinetobacter baumannii clinical isolates from a tertiary hospital in Terengganu, Malaysia (2011-2020), revealed the predominance of the Global Clone 2 lineage.
The study identified the predominance of the Global Clone 2 lineage of Acinetobacter baumannii in Terengganu, Malaysia, with a focus on the detection of various antimicrobial resistance genes, including bla OXA-23, bla ADC, bla NDM-1, and others, contributing to multidrug resistance.
Strict relationship between phenotypic and plasmid-associated genotypic of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolated from Taihe Black-Boned Silky Fowl farms.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from Taihe Black-Boned Silky Fowl farms, including blaTEM, blaOXA-10, tetA, tetR, floR, cmlA, qnrS, strA, strB, aadA, aac(3)-IId, sul, and dfrA. These genes were associated with resistance to beta-lactams, tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, and sulfonamides.
MultiSeq-AMR: a modular amplicon-sequencing workflow for rapid detection of bloodstream infection and antimicrobial resistance markers.
MultiSeq-AMR is a rapid and modular nanopore amplicon-sequencing workflow that accurately detects bacterial and fungal species and a comprehensive set of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes from various infection sources. It exhibits high accuracy in identifying AMR genes, with 99.4% categorical agreement with whole-genome sequencing and 97.4% accuracy for AMR gene prediction in BACT/ALERT positive samples.
Genomic characterization of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli spread among chickens and healthy residents in Lombok, Indonesia.
The study identifies bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-1, bla CMY-2, and bla DHA-1 as the most prevalent extended-spectrum β-lactamase genes in E. coli isolates from chickens and humans in Lombok, Indonesia. Additionally, the study characterizes a 200 kb IncHI1 plasmid carrying multiple resistance genes, including aac(3)-IId, aph(6)-Id, aph(3’’)-Ib, aadA17, mph(A), Inu(F), qnrS1, sul2, and dfrA14, contributing to multidrug resistance.
Inhibitory effects of benzyl isothiocyanate on widespread mcr-1-harbouring IncX4 plasmid transfer.
The study characterizes the presence of mcr-1.1, mcr-3.5, blaCTX-M-55, and tet(X4) genes in clinical isolates of Enterobacterales from Thailand, highlighting their role in multidrug resistance and the potential for horizontal gene transfer.
Plasmid-Mediated Co-Occurrence of mcr-1.1 in Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase (ESBL)-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated From the Indigenous Seminomadic Community in Malaysia.
The study identifies the presence of mcr-1.1, bla TEM, bla CTX-M−15, bla CTX-M−55, and other resistance genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from the Jehai community in Malaysia, highlighting the co-occurrence of multiple antibiotic resistance mechanisms.
Transmissible antimicrobial resistance in Escherichia coli isolated from household drinking water in Ibadan, Nigeria.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from household water in Ibadan, Nigeria, including blaTEM-1B, dfrA14, tetA, qnrS1, and mcr-1, highlighting the potential for horizontal gene transfer and the risk of AMR spread in the environment.
Dogs fed raw meat-based diets are vectors of drug-resistant Salmonella infection in humans.
Genomic evolution and dissemination of non-conjugative virulence plasmid of ST65 carbapenem-resistant and hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae strains in a Chinese hospital.
The study identifies the presence of multiple AMR genes, including blaKPC-2, aac(3)-IId, blaTEM-1, and blaCTX-M-15, in ST65 carbapenem-resistant and hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae strains. It also characterizes virulence genes such as iucABCD-iutA, iroBCD-iroN, rmpA, and rmpA2. The research highlights the role of IncM2 plasmids in mobilizing non-conjugative virulence plasmids and the occurrence of IS 26-mediated plasmid fusion.
Acquired antibiotic resistance of Pseudomonas spp., Escherichia coli and Acinetobacter spp. in the Western Balkans and Hungary with a One Health outlook.
The study identifies various acquired antibiotic resistance genes in Pseudomonas spp., Escherichia coli, and Acinetobacter spp. in the Western Balkans and Hungary, including beta-lactamases like bla VIM-2-like, bla NDM-1, bla OXA-23, and bla OXA-66, aminoglycoside resistance genes such as aacA4, aadA2, and aphA, sulfonamide resistance gene sul1, and others. These genes confer resistance to multiple antibiotics, highlighting the complexity of antimicrobial resistance in the region.
Antimicrobial resistance and virulence gene profiles of Escherichia coli isolated from poultry farms using One Health perspective in Abeokuta, Nigeria.
The study identified 30 different resistance determinants in 14 whole genome sequenced E. coli isolates from poultry farms in Abeokuta, Nigeria. These included genes such as blaTEM-1B, blaCARB-2, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, floR, sul1, sul2, tet(A), and tet(B), among others, which conferred resistance to various antimicrobial classes.
A strain defined as a novel species in the Acinetobacter genus co-harboring chromosomal associated tet(X3) and plasmid associated bla (NDM-1) from a beef cattle farm in Hebei, China.
The study identifies a novel Acinetobacter species co-harboring chromosomal tet(X3) and plasmid-associated bla(NDM-1) genes, demonstrating resistance to multiple antibiotics including carbapenems and tetracyclines.
Unveiling the Genetic Diversity and Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles of Salmonella Population From 2016 to 2020 in Thai Canal Water.
The study identified 50 acquired resistance genes and seven chromosomal-mediated gene mutations in Salmonella populations from Thai canal water, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug-resistant strains and the diversity of resistance mechanisms.
Outbreak Caused by VIM-1- and VIM-4-Positive Proteus mirabilis in a Hospital in Zagreb.
The study reports an outbreak of carbapenem-resistant Proteus mirabilis in a psychiatric hospital in Zagreb, Croatia, characterized by the presence of VIM-1 and VIM-4 carbapenemases, along with other resistance genes such as bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM, and aminoglycoside resistance genes.
Global phylogeography and genomic characterization of bla(NDM-1)-positive clinical Proteus mirabilis isolates from China.
The study identifies blaNDM-1 as a key determinant of carbapenem resistance in Proteus mirabilis isolates from China, along with other resistance genes such as blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-65, and blaTEM-1. It also characterizes the genomic context of blaNDM-1, including its integration into SGI1 and plasmid-borne elements.
No evidence of multidrug-resistant Enterobacterales transmission between healthy companion animals and pet owners in the greater Atlanta area: a pilot study.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in E. coli isolates from both humans and pets, including blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1B, and mutations in gyrA and parC. These findings highlight the presence of multidrug-resistant Enterobacterales in healthy individuals and their companion animals.
Persistent multispecies dissemination of armA-carrying IncR plasmids among clinical and environmental bacterial populations in a Spanish veterinary hospital.
The study identifies the persistent dissemination of armA-carrying IncR plasmids among clinical and environmental bacterial populations in a Spanish veterinary hospital, highlighting the role of these plasmids in the spread of aminoglycoside resistance.
Diversity and antimicrobial resistance among bacterial isolates from finfish aquaculture in Thailand.
The study identified high levels of antimicrobial resistance in bacterial isolates from finfish aquaculture in Thailand, with particular emphasis on beta-lactam, tetracycline, and fluoroquinolone resistance in Gram-negative bacteria, and beta-lactam, macrolide, fluoroquinolone, and peptide resistance in Gram-positive bacteria. Unique resistance gene families, such as the SMR efflux pump and OXA beta-lactamase, were found in Aeromonas spp. and V. vulnificus.
Characterization of Enterobacter cloacae complex clinical isolates: comparative genomics and the role of the efflux pump AcrAB-TolC over-expression and NDM-1 production.
The study characterizes carbapenem-resistant Enterobacter cloacae complex isolates, highlighting the roles of the AcrAB-TolC efflux pump over-expression and the bla NDM-1 carbapenemase in conferring resistance. Multiple resistance genes, including bla NDM-1, acrAB-tolC, and various beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, and sulfonamide resistance genes, were identified and validated.
Genomic and In Vivo Characterization of Antimicrobial Resistance and Virulence in UPEC Escherichia coli Isolated from Brazilian Cases of UTI.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in UPEC strains, including aac(3)-IId, AAC(6')-Ib-cr, APH(3')-Ib, APH(6')-Ib, sul2, dfrA17, tet(B), TEM-1, OXA-1, and SHV-12, which confer resistance to aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, tetracycline, and beta-lactams.
Antimicrobial resistance, virulence defects, and evolutionary dynamics of multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae from human and animal hosts in Central China.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from human and animal hosts in Central China, highlighting the role of plasmid-borne resistance genes and genetic variations affecting virulence.
A Monitoring Method to Evaluate the Accumulation of Antimicrobial-Resistance Genes in Gram-Negative Bacteria Distributed in Environmental Water.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from environmental water samples, including bla NDM-5, bla CTX-M-27, bla DHA-1, and others, indicating the presence of carbapenem-resistant and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing bacteria in the Vietnamese VAC ecosystem.
Prevalence and genetic basis of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli carriage in broiler farms in the United Arab Emirates.
The study identified bla TEM and bla CTX-M as the most common β-lactam resistance genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from broiler farms in the UAE, with bla CTX-M-55 and bla CTX-M-15 being the prevalent variants. Additionally, the mcr-1.1 gene was detected in 10.3% of isolates, indicating colistin resistance.
Molecular characterization of mcr-1.1-harboring multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from chicken in the United Arab Emirates: implications for one health surveillance.
The study identified mcr-1.1-harboring multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from chicken in the UAE, highlighting the presence of various AMR genes and mutations contributing to resistance against multiple antibiotics, including colistin, beta-lactams, quinolones, and aminoglycosides.
Nucleotide sequence and expression of a gentamicin resistance gene isolated from the R plasmid in Serratia marcescens.
Nucleotide sequence and expression of a gentamicin resistance gene isolated from the R plasmid in Serratia marcescens.
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