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fluoroquinolone-acetylating aminoglycoside 6'-N-acetyltransferase AAC(6')-Ib-cr
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| Allele | Database | Papers | Drug Classes | Organisms | Countries | Years | Sequence Accession | Protein Accession |
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| AAC(6')-Ib-cr | Reference Gene CatalogReslit | 290 | QUINOLONE, KANAMYCIN +12 | Stenotrophomonas maltophilia +95 | Global|India|Spain, Europe|Asia|North America|South America, South-Eastern Nigeria, Berlin, Germany, Madagascar, Taiwan|India|Morocco|Hong Kong, Kenya, UK, Netherlands, Mexico|San Pedro River, Mexico, France, Eastern China, United States, USA, Middle East, Europe, Côte d'Ivoire|Ta¯ National Park, Ivory Coast, Central African Republic, Global, Japan|Thailand|Canada|France|Spain|South Korea|United Kingdom|Croatia|Vietnam|global, Romania, Algeria|France, Heilongjiang province, China, Iran, Kolkata, China, Egypt, Japan, Australia, Nepal|Japan, United States|New York|Florida|Illinois|Gaza|Colombia|South America|Mediterranean region, Brazil, Maanshan Anhui Province, China, Al-Najaf Province, Iraq, United Kingdom|Africa, Germany, Shanghai, China, Tunisia, Hamadan, West of Iran, Chile, Anhui Province, China, Pakistan, Northwest China, Gothenburg, La Paz, Bolivia|La Paz River basin, Belgium, Switzerland, Amazon River|Kalamas River|Cam River|Cambridge|Amazon River Plume, South Korea, South Africa, Nigeria, India, Greece, Shandong Province, China, Gaza Strip|Palestine, Italy, Madagascar|Cambodia|Senegal, Philippines, Europe|EU/EEA|Finland|Switzerland|Spain|Germany|Norway, Guadeloupe|French West Indies, Jakarta, Finland|Malaysia|Poland|Lithuania|United States|Canada|China|Japan|Norway|Brazil|Netherlands|Hong Kong|Germany|Switzerland|Portugal|Australia|UK|Vietnam|Spain|Dominican Republic|India|Thailand, southeastern China, Ghana, Europe|Poland, Tanzania, Ontario, Canada|North America, Saudi Arabia, Rwanda, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, Europe|China|Egypt|Vietnam|Colombia, Canada, Thailand, Bangladesh, Portugal, Finland|Eastern Finland, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA|USA, Hubei, China|China, central Adriatic Sea|Croatia|Croatian marine environment, Europe|Portugal, North America|Asia|Europe|Middle East|Africa, Shandong Province|China, South America, Italy|Pavia, Northern Italy, Zhejiang Province, China, Cameroon|South Africa, Hong Kong, Abuja, Nigeria, Turkey, South America|Australia|France|Vietnam|China, West Bengal, India, Guadeloupe, Al-Kharj, KSA, Beijing, China, United States|USA, Khartoum, Sudan, South-West Nigeria, Ontario, Canada, Lebanon, Serbia, Anhui, China, Shaanxi Province, Europe|Asia|North America|Western and South-Eastern Asia, Global|Guinea|Austria|Vietnam|China|Spain|Canada|Hong Kong|Malaysia|Germany|South Africa|Vancouver|Vienna, Pakistan|Karachi, Pakistan, Southern China, Mozambique, Australia|South Australia, Tamaulipas, Mexico, Oman, Uganda, Central Adriatic|Central Adriatic Sea, Argentina, Canada|Newfoundland, Canada, Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, Canada|France|Germany|North America|Europe, Guangdong, China, South West England|South West of England, Fiji, Ethiopia, Ecuador, Bulgaria|Europe, France|Germany|Netherlands|Norway|Spain|United Kingdom|Europe, Yulin, China, Europe|Czech Republic, Armenia, Iowa, United States, Cambodia, Guizhou province, China|Guizhou, China, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Algeria, North America|Europe|Asia Pacific, Northern Nigeria|Nigeria, New York City, China|United Kingdom|Argentina|Europe|Americas|Asia|Africa|Australasia|Vietnam|Switzerland|Thailand|Mexico, East Africa|Tanzania|Uganda, North America|Asia|Europe, Spain, Colombia | 2008, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 | KR259315.1 | - |
| AAC(6')-Ib-cr10 | Reference Gene Catalog | 1 | QUINOLONE, KANAMYCIN +2 | Escherichia coli | - | - | UWWG01000003.1 | - |
| AAC(6')-Ib-cr11 | Reference Gene Catalog | 1 | QUINOLONE, KANAMYCIN +2 | Proteus mirabilis | - | - | VDJF01000045.1 | - |
| AAC(6')-Ib-cr4 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogReslit | 4 | QUINOLONE, KANAMYCIN +3 | Enterobacter hormaechei subsp. steigerwaltii +2 | Jiangsu, China|China | 2014, 2021 | JZKY01000061.1 | WP_065187000.1 |
| AAC(6')-Ib-cr7 | Card DatabaseReference Gene Catalog | 2 | QUINOLONE, KANAMYCIN +2 | Escherichia coli +1 | - | - | CP015078.1 | NON98701.1 |
| AAC(6')-Ib-cr8 | Card DatabaseReference Gene Catalog | 2 | QUINOLONE, KANAMYCIN +2 | Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Derby | - | - | CP034250.1 | AZK52946.1 |
| AAC(6')-Ib-cr9 | Card DatabaseReference Gene Catalog | 2 | QUINOLONE, KANAMYCIN +2 | Serratia marcescens | - | - | MH569711.1 | AYD68572.1 |
| aac(6')-Ib-cr10 | Card Database | 1 | - | Escherichia coli | - | - | NG_067968.1 | WP_124042715.1 |
| aac(6')-Ib-cr11 | Card Database | 1 | - | Proteus mirabilis | - | - | NG_067969.1 | WP_159241551.1 |
| AAC(6')-Ib-cr3 | Card DatabaseReference Gene Catalog | 2 | QUINOLONE, KANAMYCIN +2 | Aeromonas media | - | 2012 | NG_052123.1 | WP_071766621.1 |
| AAC(6')-Ib-cr6 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogReslit | 7 | QUINOLONE, KANAMYCIN +5 | Escherichia coli +4 | Sudan, Shanghai, China, Armenia, China, India | 2009, 2022, 2023, 2025 | NG_047292.1 | WP_063840320.1 |
| AAC(6')-Ib-cr5 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogReslit | 21 | QUINOLONE, KANAMYCIN +8 | Pseudomonas aeruginosa +9 | Shanghai, China, Bangladesh, Germany, Michigan, USA|Maryland, USA|USA, Romania, China, Maryland|California|New York|Pennsylvania, Norfolk, UK, Argentina, Bulgaria|Europe, Europe|Asia|South America|Africa|Germany|Vietnam|USA|Ecuador|China, Finland, Republic of Korea, USA | 2008, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 | EU161636.1 | ABX24471.1 |
| aac-(6′)-Ib-cr | Reslit | 1 | gentamicin, kanamycin +1 | Escherichia coli | China | 2014 | - | - |
| aac (6')-Ib-cr | Reslit | 4 | kanamycin, gentamicin +3 | Escherichia coli +3 | Nepal, France|Europe, Ontario, Canada, Armenia | 2015, 2022, 2025 | HG941719.1|FJ876827.1|AB976590.1|CP010390.1|EU935739.1 | - |
| aac(6')Ib-cr | ResFinder DatabaseReslit | 18 | gentamicin, kanamycin +11 | Proteus mirabilis +10 | Europe|Italy, Cameroon, Ghana, South Korea, China, Germany, Greece, Italy|Colombia|United States|South Africa|India|Greece|North Africa, Russia, Colombia, Tunisia, Western Balkans|Hungary | 1993, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2025 | LGAY00000000|LGAY01000000 | - |
| aac(6')-1b-cr | Reslit | 2 | kanamycin, tobramycin +1 | Escherichia coli +3 | Poland, China | 2016, 2022 | MN543570 | - |
| aac(6')Ib-c | Reslit | 1 | aminoglycosides | Serratia marcescens | Europe | 2017 | FNXV00000000|FNXW00000000|FNXV01000000|FNXW01000000 | - |
| AAC (6')-Ib-cr | Reslit | 1 | gentamicin, tobramycin +1 | Klebsiella pneumoniae | China | 2019 | CP033900|CP033901 | - |
| aac (6′)Ib-cr | Reslit | 1 | aminoglycosides | Klebsiella pneumoniae | South Africa | 2019 | CP012043|NXKY01000005.1 | - |
| AAC(6')-Ib-c | Reslit | 1 | aminoglycosides | - | Amazon River|Kalamas River|Cam River|Cambridge|Amazon River Plume | 2023 | - | - |
| aac (6′)-Ib-cr | Reslit | 2 | aminoglycosides, gentamicin | Klebsiella pneumoniae | Turkey, Germany | 2020, 2023 | CP040125 | - |
| aac6-ib-cr | Reslit | 1 | aminoglycosides | Klebsiella pneumoniae | Vietnam | 2021 | PRJEB38898|MT635909|ERS4672941|ERS4672942|ERS4672943|ERS4672944|ERS4672945|ERS4672946|ERS4672947|ERS4672948|ERS4672949|ERS4672950|ERS4672951|ERS4678223|CP041930.1|JN626286 | - |
| aac(6')-Ib-c | Reslit | 2 | aminoglycosides, gentamicin +2 | Escherichia coli | Portugal, Germany | 2021, 2023 | ERS3535656|ERS3535669|ERS5493675|ERS5493676 | - |
| aac 6-Ib-cr | Reslit | 1 | streptomycin | Escherichia coli | Southeast Nigeria | 2022 | PRJEB43719 | - |
| aac-6'-Ib-cr | Reslit | 1 | aminoglycosides | Escherichia coli +3 | Bangladesh | 2023 | OP514787|OP514788|OP514789|OP514790|OP514791|OP514792|OP514793|OP514794|OP514795|OP514796|OP514797|OP514798|OP514799|OP514800|OP514801 | - |
| aac6-Ib-cr5 | Reslit | 1 | gentamicin | Escherichia coli | Western Africa|Mali | 2023 | - | - |
| aac (6')-Ib-cr6 | Reslit | 1 | aminoglycosides | Klebsiella pneumoniae | Armenia | 2025 | PRJNA1141898 | - |
| aac (6′)-Ibcr | Reslit | 1 | gentamicin | Klebsiella pneumoniae | Portugal | 2025 | CP099015 | - |
| aac (6') -Ib-cr | Reslit | 1 | kanamycin, gentamicin | Salmonella enterica serovar Thompson | China | 2025 | NZ_CP029249|NZ_CP041172|NZ_CP050832|NZ_MT560003|NZ_MT56003 | - |
| aac ( 6’ ) -Ib-cr | Reslit | 1 | aminoglycosides | Klebsiella pneumoniae | East Africa|Tanzania|Uganda | 2025 | PRJNA951629 | - |
| aac(6')-Ib-cr | ResFinder Database | 1 | TOBRAMYCIN, CIPROFLOXACIN +5 | Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae | - | 2007 | DQ303918, EF636461 | - |
Mechanistic and structural analysis of aminoglycoside N-acetyltransferase AAC(6')-Ib and its bifunctional, fluoroquinolone-active AAC(6')-Ib-cr variant.
The study characterizes the aminoglycoside N-acetyltransferase AAC(6')-Ib and its bifunctional variant AAC(6')-Ib-cr, which confers resistance to aminoglycosides and fluoroquinolones. The structural and kinetic analyses reveal the mechanism of action and the impact of specific mutations on substrate specificity.
dfrA27, a new integron-associated trimethoprim resistance gene from Escherichia coli.
Identification of PER-1 extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producing Pseudomonas aeruginosa clinical isolates of the international clonal complex CC11 from Hungary and Serbia.
Identification of PER-1 extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producing Pseudomonas aeruginosa clinical isolates of the international clonal complex CC11 from Hungary and Serbia.
Aminoglycoside modifying enzymes.
The paper discusses various aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, particularly focusing on AAC(6')-Ib, AAC(6')-Ib-cr, and AAC(6')-Ib 11, which confer resistance to aminoglycosides like amikacin and gentamicin, and in some cases, quinolones.
Novel gene cassettes and integrons in antibiotic-resistant bacteria isolated from urban wastewaters.
The Acinetobacter baumannii Oxymoron: Commensal Hospital Dweller Turned Pan-Drug-Resistant Menace.
The paper discusses various virulence factors and mechanisms contributing to the pathogenicity and antibiotic resistance of Acinetobacter baumannii, including biofilm formation, surface polysaccharides, and outer membrane proteins.
Current epidemiology and growing resistance of gram-negative pathogens.
The paper highlights the emergence and spread of multidrug-resistant Gram-negative pathogens, focusing on extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) such as CTX-M-15 and CTX-M-14, carbapenemases like KPC-2, VIM-2, and IMP-6, and aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes such as aac(6')-Ib-cr and armA. It emphasizes the global dissemination of these resistance mechanisms and their impact on treatment options.
First description of Escherichia coli producing CTX-M-15- extended spectrum beta lactamase (ESBL) in out-patients from south eastern Nigeria.
The study reports the first description of Escherichia coli producing CTX-M-15 extended spectrum beta lactamase in out-patients from South-eastern Nigeria. It identifies bla CTX-M-15, aac(6')-Ib-cr, bla TEM, and bla OXA-1 as the primary AMR genes in the isolates.
Frequent combination of antimicrobial multiresistance and extraintestinal pathogenicity in Escherichia coli isolates from urban rats (Rattus norvegicus) in Berlin, Germany.
The study identified multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli strains in urban rats, including an ESBL-producing strain (IMT20717) carrying bla CTX-M-9, bla TEM-1-like, sul2, strA, strB, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, and aadA. These strains exhibited resistance to multiple antimicrobial classes, including beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, and fluoroquinolones.
Molecular characterization of multidrug-resistant extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae isolated in Antananarivo, Madagascar.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15 and bla SHV-12 as the predominant ESBL genes in multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae isolates in Antananarivo, along with other resistance genes such as aac(6')-Ib, tetA, sul1, sul2, qnrA, qnrB, and catB-3.
Copy Number Change of the NDM-1 sequence in a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae clinical isolate.
The study identifies the blaNDM-1 gene on plasmid pKPX-1 as a key factor in carbapenem resistance in a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate. It also characterizes additional resistance genes such as aac(6')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-I, strB, qnrB, tetA, catA1, and catB4, which contribute to resistance against aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, tetracycline, and chloramphenicol.
Analysis for prevalence and physical linkages amongst integrons, ISEcp1, ISCR1, Tn21 and Tn7 encountered in Escherichia coli strains from hospitalized and non-hospitalized patients in Kenya during a 19-year period (1992-2011).
The study identifies several AMR genes including aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, dfrA1, dfrA12, dfrA7, dfrA16, qnrA, qnrB, and aac(6')-lb-cr in E. coli strains from Kenya, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug-resistant strains and the role of integrons and mobile genetic elements in resistance dissemination.
Predicting antimicrobial susceptibilities for Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates using whole genomic sequence data.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates, including beta-lactamases (bla TEM-1, bla OXA-1, bla CTX-M-15), aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes (aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA1a, aadA4, aadA5, aph(6')-Id, aph(3')-Ia), and quinolone resistance mutations (gyrA S83L/D87N, parC S80I/E84V). These genes and mutations were validated through whole-genome sequencing and phenotypic testing.
Cross-sectional study on prevalence and molecular characteristics of plasmid mediated ESBL/AmpC-producing Escherichia coli isolated from veal calves at slaughter.
The study identified bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and other bla CTX-M variants as the major genes responsible for plasmid-mediated resistance to cefotaxime in E. coli from veal calves. Additionally, aac(6')-Ib-cr was found to confer resistance to aminoglycosides and fluoroquinolones.
Rise and dissemination of aminoglycoside resistance: the aac(6′)-Ib paradigm.
The study focuses on the aac(6′)-Ib gene, which encodes an aminoglycoside 6′-N-acetyltransferase, and its variant aac(6′)-Ib-cr, which expands the resistance spectrum to include quinolones. Both genes were experimentally validated for their roles in aminoglycoside resistance.
Presence of multi-drug resistant pathogenic Escherichia coli in the San Pedro River located in the State of Aguascalientes, Mexico.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in E. coli isolates from the San Pedro River, including blaTEM, qnrS, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and tet(B), as well as mutations in gyrA and parC contributing to quinolone resistance.
Outbreak of multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae carrying qnrB1 and blaCTX-M15 in a French intensive care unit.
The study reports an outbreak of multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in a French ICU, carrying the genes blaCTX-M15, qnrB1, and aac(6')-Ib-cr, which confer resistance to ceftazidime, ciprofloxacin, and tobramycin respectively.
Characterization of multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovars Indiana and Enteritidis from chickens in Eastern China.
The study identified multiple AMR genes including blaTEM, floR, tetA, strA, and aac(6')-Ib-cr in multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovars Indiana and Enteritidis from chickens in Eastern China.
IncA/C plasmid-mediated spread of CMY-2 in multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli from food animals in China.
The study identifies the spread of CMY-2, CMY-41, and CMY-64 beta-lactamase genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli from food animals in China, highlighting the role of IncA/C plasmids in their transfer and the coexistence of other resistance genes such as qnrS1, floR, aac-(6′)-Ib-cr, oqxA, and rmtB.
Resistance determinants and mobile genetic elements of an NDM-1-encoding Klebsiella pneumoniae strain.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes in the NDM-1-encoding Klebsiella pneumoniae strain, including eight beta-lactamase genes and various other resistance determinants, highlighting the complexity of its resistance profile.
Infections caused by fluoroquinolone-resistant Escherichia coli following transrectal ultrasound-guided biopsy of the prostate.
The study identified fluoroquinolone-resistant Escherichia coli isolates with mutations in gyrA and parC genes, as well as aac(6')-Ib-cr, aacC1, aadA1, aadB, and aacC2 genes associated with gentamicin resistance.
The characterization and antibiotic resistance profiles of clinical Escherichia coli O25b-B2-ST131 isolates in Kuwait.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-2, bla CTX-M-56, qnr B1, qnr S1, bla CMY-2, and aac(6')-Ib-cr as significant AMR genes in E. coli O25b-B2-ST131 isolates in Kuwait. These genes contribute to resistance against various antibiotics including cephalosporins, penicillins, beta-lactamase inhibitors, fluoroquinolones, and aminoglycosides.
Complete proteome of a quinolone-resistant Salmonella Typhimurium phage type DT104B clinical strain.
The study identifies the aac(6')-Ib-cr4, strA, and sul2 genes as responsible for aminoglycoside, fluoroquinolone, and sulfonamide resistance in the quinolone-resistant Salmonella Typhimurium DT104B clinical strain Se20.
Plasmid-mediated resistance to cephalosporins and fluoroquinolones in various Escherichia coli sequence types isolated from rooks wintering in Europe.
The study identified several plasmid-mediated resistance genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-24, bla TEM-52, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-55, bla SHV-12, bla CTX-M-8, bla CTX-M-25, bla CTX-M-28, bla CMY-2, qnrS1, qnrB19, and aac(6′)-Ib-cr, in Escherichia coli isolates from rooks in Europe.
Low rates of antimicrobial-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in wildlife in Taï National Park, Côte d'Ivoire, surrounded by villages with high prevalence of multiresistant ESBL-producing Escherichia coli in people and domestic animals.
The study identified ESBL-producing E. coli isolates carrying bla CTX-M-15 and PMQR genes such as qnrS1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and qnrB in human and domestic animal samples from villages, but no ESBL or PMQR genes were found in wildlife from Taï National Park.
Dissemination of IncF-type plasmids in multiresistant CTX-M-15-producing Enterobacteriaceae isolates from surgical-site infections in Bangui, Central African Republic.
The study identifies the dissemination of IncF-type plasmids carrying the blaCTX-M-15, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB, and qnrS genes among multiresistant CTX-M-15-producing Enterobacteriaceae isolates from surgical-site infections in Bangui, Central African Republic.
Draft Genome Sequence of a New Delhi Metallo-β-Lactamase-5 (NDM-5)-Producing Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolate.
The study reports the identification of blaNDM-5 along with multiple other antibiotic resistance genes in a multidrug-resistant E. coli isolate, highlighting the complex resistance profile of the strain.
Clinical epidemiology and molecular analysis of extended-spectrum-β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli in Nepal: characteristics of sequence types 131 and 648.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15, aac (3)-IIa, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, qnrB4, qnrS1, aac (6')-Ib-cr, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1B, bla SHV-12, bla CMY-42, bla DHA-1, mphA, ermB, catA1, catB3, sul1, sul2, dfrA12, dfrA17, dfrA1, dfrA5, tetA, tetB, and tetD as key AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates in Nepal, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance.
Molecular characterization of a multidrug resistance IncF plasmid from the globally disseminated Escherichia coli ST131 clone.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes on the IncF plasmid pEC958 from E. coli ST131, including blaCTX-M-15, aac(6')-Ib-cr, blaOXA-1, catB4, mph(A), dfrA17, aadA5, sulI, and tet(A). These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, chloramphenicol, macrolides, trimethoprim, sulfamethoxazole, and tetracycline.
Enterobacter aerogenes and Enterobacter cloacae; versatile bacterial pathogens confronting antibiotic treatment.
The paper discusses the various mechanisms of antibiotic resistance in Enterobacter aerogenes and Enterobacter cloacae, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, efflux pumps, and porin mutations. It highlights the role of specific genes such as bla TEM-24, bla CMY-10, ampC, aac (6')-Ib, aac (6')-Ib-cr, qnrA, qnrS, oqxAB, acrAB-TolC, mcr, bla OXA-1, bla OXA-30, bla CTX-M-15, bla NDM-1, bla VIM, bla KPC, and bla OXA-48 in conferring resistance to various antibiotics.
Insight into the mobilome of Aeromonas strains.
The study characterizes various antibiotic resistance genes (ARG) in Aeromonas strains, highlighting the presence of beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, tetracycline resistance genes, and others. These genes are often located on plasmids and contribute to multidrug resistance.
The emergence of plasmid mediated quinolone resistance qnrA2 in extended spectrum β-lactamase producing Klebsiella pneumoniae in the Middle East.
The study identifies the emergence of plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance gene qnrA2 in ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae in Kuwait, along with the dissemination of qnrB1 and qnrS genes, contributing to increased fluoroquinolone resistance.
Emergence of concurrent infections with colistin-resistant ESBL-positive Klebsiella pneumoniae and OXA-23-producing Acinetobacter baumannii sensitive to colistin only in a Romanian cardiac intensive care unit.
The study identifies colistin-resistant ESBL-positive Klebsiella pneumoniae harboring bla CTX-M-15, bla SHV-11, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1b, and aac(6')-Ib-cr, as well as OXA-23-producing Acinetobacter baumannii sensitive to colistin.
MALDI-TOF MS as a Tool To Detect a Nosocomial Outbreak of Extended-Spectrum-β-Lactamase- and ArmA Methyltransferase-Producing Enterobacter cloacae Clinical Isolates in Algeria.
The study identified several AMR genes, including bla CTX-M, bla TEM, armA, aadA2, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and ant(2")-Ia, in Enterobacter cloacae isolates from Algeria and France, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance in these isolates.
Prevalence and characteristics of extended-spectrum β-lactamase genes in Escherichia coli isolated from piglets with post-weaning diarrhea in Heilongjiang province, China.
The study identified various extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-65, and bla TEM-52, along with plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance (PMQR) genes such as oqxAB, qnrS, qnrB, qepA, and aac(6')-Ib-cr in Escherichia coli isolates from piglets with post-weaning diarrhea in Heilongjiang province, China.
Prevalence of qnr and aac(6')-Ib-cr Genes in Clinical Isolates of Klebsiella Pneumoniae from Imam Hussein Hospital in Tehran.
The study found a high prevalence of aac(6')-Ib-cr and qnrB genes among quinolone and cephalosporin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates, with a significant association between their co-carriage and resistance to quinolones, cephalosporins, and aminoglycosides.
Draft Genome Sequence of Proteus mirabilis NO-051/03, Representative of a Multidrug-Resistant Clone Spreading in Europe and Expressing the CMY-16 AmpC-Type β-Lactamase.
The draft genome sequence of Proteus mirabilis NO-051/03 reveals the presence of multiple acquired resistance genes, including blaCMY-16 and blaTEM-1b, which confer resistance to β-lactams, as well as genes for resistance to aminoglycosides, chloramphenicol, tetracyclines, trimethoprim, and sulfonamides. Additionally, mutations in gyrA, gyrB, and parC contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Prevalence of plasmid-mediated multidrug resistance determinants in fluoroquinolone-resistant bacteria isolated from sewage and surface water.
The study identified several plasmid-mediated resistance genes in fluoroquinolone-resistant bacteria, including aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS, qnrD, oqx A, blaTEM, blaOXA, blaCTX-M, blaSHV, tet(A), tet(K), tet(L), and tet(S). These genes were found to confer resistance to fluoroquinolones, beta-lactams, and tetracyclines.
Characterization of Vibrio fluvialis qnrVC5 Gene in Native and Heterologous Hosts: Synergy of qnrVC5 with other Determinants in Conferring Quinolone Resistance.
The qnrVC5 gene from Vibrio fluvialis was characterized as a quinolone resistance determinant that increases MIC values of various quinolones in both native and heterologous hosts.
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.
Frequency, Antimicrobial Resistance and Genetic Diversity of Klebsiella pneumoniae in Food Samples.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in K. pneumoniae isolates from food samples, including beta-lactamases (blaSHV, blaCTX-M-1, blaCTX-M-10), folate pathway inhibitor gene (dhfr), quinolone resistance genes (qnrB, qnrA, qnrS, aac(6')-Ib-cr), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aacA4, aacC2, aadA1), and mutations in gyrA and parC genes associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Co-spread of metal and antibiotic resistance within ST3-IncHI2 plasmids from E. coli isolates of food-producing animals.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes, including oqxAB, bla CTX-M, aac(6')-Ib-cr, floR, qnrS1, rmtB, fosA3, pcoA, and silE, on ST3-IncHI2 plasmids from E. coli isolates of food-producing animals, highlighting the co-spreading of metal and antibiotic resistance.
Emergence of an NDM-5-producing clinical Escherichia coli isolate in Egypt.
The study reports the first occurrence of NDM-5-producing Escherichia coli in Egypt, highlighting the emergence of carbapenem resistance and the presence of additional resistance genes such as blaCTX-M-15, blaCMY-42, blaOXA-1, and aac(6')-Ib-cr.
Phenotypic and Molecular Characterization of Antimicrobial Resistance in Klebsiella spp. Isolates from Companion Animals in Japan: Clonal Dissemination of Multidrug-Resistant Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study identified multiple extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-55, and blaSHV-2, as well as the AmpC β-lactamase gene blaDHA-1, in multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from companion animals in Japan. Additionally, plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance (PMQR) genes such as qnrS, qnrB, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and oqxAB were detected, contributing to resistance against fluoroquinolones and aminoglycosides.
Occurrence of OXA-48 Carbapenemase and Other β-Lactamase Genes in ESBL-Producing Multidrug Resistant Escherichia coli from Dogs and Cats in the United States, 2009-2013.
The study identified the presence of various β-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-123, bla CTX-M-9, bla CTX-M-14, bla TEM-1, bla SHV-12, bla CMY-2, and bla OXA-48, in ESBL-producing multidrug resistant E. coli isolates from dogs and cats in the United States. Additionally, the PMQR gene aac(6')-Ib-cr was found to be prevalent in these isolates.
KlebSeq, a Diagnostic Tool for Surveillance, Detection, and Monitoring of Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study presents KlebSeq, a diagnostic tool for detecting and monitoring Klebsiella pneumoniae, including its AMR and virulence profiles. It identified various AMR genes such as aac(6')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, gyrA, npmA, blaCTX-M, and blaKPC, demonstrating the effectiveness of amplicon sequencing for AMR detection.
Carbapenem Resistance in Acinetobacter baumannii and Other Acinetobacter spp. Causing Neonatal Sepsis: Focus on NDM-1 and Its Linkage to ISAba125.
The study identifies NDM-1 as a major carbapenem resistance determinant in Acinetobacter spp. causing neonatal sepsis, along with other beta-lactamases like OXA-23-like, OXA-58-like, PER-1, VEB-2, and aminoglycoside modifying enzymes such as aac(6')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and armA.
Isolation and plasmid characterization of carbapenemase (IMP-4) producing Salmonella enterica Typhimurium from cats.
The study identifies the blaIMP-4 gene in Salmonella enterica Typhimurium from cats, which confers resistance to carbapenems. The gene is part of a multidrug-resistant IncHI2 plasmid carrying various resistance genes.
Comparative Genome Analysis of Extended-Spectrum-β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Sequence Type 131 Strains from Nepal and Japan.
The study identified multiple AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, tet(A), mphA, strA, strB, aadA5, sul1, sul2, dfrA12, dfrA17, catA1, and catB3, in ESBL-producing E. coli ST131 isolates from Nepal and Japan. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, including β-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, macrolides, sulfonamides, and chloramphenicol.
Clonal spread of mcr-1 in PMQR-carrying ST34 Salmonella isolates from animals in China.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene in PMQR-carrying ST34 Salmonella isolates from animals in China, along with other resistance genes such as aac(6')-Ib-cr, oqxAB, and floR.
Comprehensive Genome Analysis of Carbapenemase-Producing Enterobacter spp.: New Insights into Phylogeny, Population Structure, and Resistance Mechanisms.
The study identifies multiple carbapenemase genes (bla KPC-2, bla KPC-3, bla KPC-4, and bla NDM-1) and other resistance genes (such as qnrB19, qnrB2, qnrS1, bla TEM-1A, bla TEM-1B, bla OXA-9, bla SHV-12, aadA2, aac(6')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-Ic, strA, strB, sul1, sul2, dfrA14, dfrA18, mph(A), catB3, arr-3, and tet(D)) in carbapenem-resistant Enterobacter spp. These genes are primarily located on plasmids and contribute to multidrug resistance.
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.
Intraclonal Genome Stability of the Metallo-β-lactamase SPM-1-producing Pseudomonas aeruginosa ST277, an Endemic Clone Disseminated in Brazilian Hospitals.
The study identifies the blaSPM-1 gene as a key factor in carbapenem resistance in Pseudomonas aeruginosa ST277 isolates, along with other resistance genes in genomic islands.
Draft Genome Sequences of Pandrug-Resistant Serratia marcescens Clinical Isolates Harboring blaNDM-1.
The study reports the draft genome sequences of two pandrug-resistant Serratia marcescens clinical isolates carrying multiple antibiotic resistance genes, including blaNDM-1, blaSHV-12, blaTEM-1B, blaCMY-6, sul1, sul2, rmtC, aacA4, aac(6')Ib-c, strA, strB, dfrA18, qnrA1, catA2, aac(6')-Ic, tet(41), and ampC.
Extensively Drug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Causing Nosocomial Bloodstream Infections in China: Molecular Investigation of Antibiotic Resistance Determinants, Informing Therapy, and Clinical Outcomes.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in XDR K. pneumoniae isolates, including bla KPC−2, rmtB, aac(6′)-Ib, APH(3′)-Ia, AAC(3)-IV, qnrS, qnrB, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, bla CTX−M−14, bla CTX−M−65, bla SHV−11, bla TEM, bla CMY, bla DHA−1, gyrA, and parC, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Cytotoxicity of Citrobacter spp. in Maanshan Anhui Province, China.
The study identified the blaTEM-1 gene in two C. freundii isolates, qnrS1 in three Citrobacter isolates, and aac(6')-Ib-cr in three Citrobacter isolates. Additionally, a variant of qnrB77 was found in two C. freundii isolates.
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.
Phenotypic and Molecular Characterization of Multidrug Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolated from Different Clinical Sources in Al-Najaf Province-Iraq.
The study identified blaSHV, blaTEM, blaCTX-M, qnrB, and aac(6')-Ib-cr genes as the main contributors to multidrug resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from burns and urinary tract infections in Iraq.
Public health surveillance in the UK revolutionises our understanding of the invasive Salmonella Typhimurium epidemic in Africa.
The study identified the presence of the blaCTX-M-15 gene in a UK-isolated lineage 2 strain of Salmonella Typhimurium, highlighting the potential for spread of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase resistance.
CTX-M-15-Producing E. coli Isolates from Food Products in Germany Are Mainly Associated with an IncF-Type Plasmid and Belong to Two Predominant Clonal E. coli Lineages.
The study identifies bla CTX-M-15-positive E. coli isolates from food products in Germany, primarily associated with IncF-type plasmids and belonging to two predominant clonal lineages, ST167 and ST410. These isolates carry various resistance genes including aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA5, bla OXA-1, catB3, mph(A), sul1, tet(B), and dfrA17.
Different phenotypic and molecular mechanisms associated with multidrug resistance in Gram-negative clinical isolates from Egypt.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations contributing to multidrug resistance in Gram-negative clinical isolates from Egypt, highlighting the role of efflux pumps and plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance.
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.
Molecular epidemiology and drug resistant mechanism in carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from pediatric patients in Shanghai, China.
The study identified various AMR genes in CR-KP isolates, including blaNDM-1, blaIMP, blaKPC-2, SHV, TEM, CTX-M, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS1, qnrB4, oqxAB, and rmtB, which contribute to resistance against carbapenems, beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, and fluoroquinolones.
Detection of CTX-M-15 harboring Escherichia coli isolated from wild birds in Tunisia.
The study identifies CTX-M-15-harboring Escherichia coli in wild birds in Tunisia, highlighting the presence of multidrug resistance genes such as bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1b, tetA, qnrA1, qnrB1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aac(3)-II, and sul3.
Detection of plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance in clinical isolates of Enterobacteriaceae strains in Hamadan, West of Iran.
The study detected the presence of qnrB, qnrS, and aac(6′)-Ib-cr genes in fluoroquinolone-resistant Enterobacteriaceae isolates, highlighting their role in plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance.
The Use of a Combined Bioinformatics Approach to Locate Antibiotic Resistance Genes on Plasmids From Whole Genome Sequences of Salmonella enterica Serovars From Humans in Ghana.
The study identified several AMR genes in Salmonella isolates from Ghana, including blaTEM-1B, blaTEM-52B, blaCTX-M-15, tet(A), dfrA15, sul1, sul2, catA1, strA, strB, aadA1, catB3, qnrB1, aac(6')Ib-cr, and blaOXA-1. These genes were found on various plasmids, highlighting the diversity of resistance mechanisms in the studied isolates.
Current Status of the Use of Antibiotics and the Antimicrobial Resistance in the Chilean Salmon Farms.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including floR, tet(A), tet(B), tet(H), tet(l), tet(34), tet(35), aac(6')-Ib-cr, and intI1, associated with resistance to florfenicol, oxytetracycline, quinolones, and kanamycin in Chilean salmon farming environments.
Genetic Diversity, Multidrug Resistance, and Virulence of Citrobacter freundii From Diarrheal Patients and Healthy Individuals.
The study identified several AMR genes in Citrobacter freundii isolates, including bla TEM−1, bla CTX−M−9, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS1, and various qnrB alleles such as qnrB9, qnrB13, qnrB16, qnrB17, qnrB76, qnrB77, and a newly discovered qnrB92. These genes were associated with resistance to multiple antibiotics, including beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, and quinolones.
Superficieibacter electus gen. nov., sp. nov., an Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase Possessing Member of the Enterobacteriaceae Family, Isolated From Intensive Care Unit Surfaces.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes in the newly described species Superficieibacter electus, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, and others, indicating its ability to resist various antibiotics.
Molecular Characterization of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Multidrug Resistant Escherichia coli From Swine in Northwest China.
The study identified multiple β-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M, bla TEM, bla SHV, bla OXA-48, and bla KPC-2, as well as PMQR genes such as qnrS and aac(6')-Ib-cr, in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from swine in Northwest China.
Molecular characteristics of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli isolated from the rivers and lakes in Northwest China.
The study identified multiple extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-9, bla CTX-M-123, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-1, and bla CTX-M-65, as well as bla TEM-1 and bla SHV-12. Additionally, the PMQR gene aac(6′)-Ib-cr was found to be the most prevalent. These genes were associated with resistance to various beta-lactam and aminoglycoside antibiotics.
The resistomes of six carbapenem-resistant pathogens - a critical genotype-phenotype analysis.
The study characterized the resistomes of six carbapenem-resistant pathogens, identifying various carbapenemase genes such as bla KPC-2, bla OXA-48, bla OXA-72, bla NDM-1, bla NDM-7, and bla VIM-1, along with other resistance genes like aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, tet(B), erm(B), mph(A), sul1, sul2, dfrA17, dfrA14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CMY-6, bla OXA-1, bla SHV-200, bla OXA-10, and bla NDM-7.
The Prevalence of Colistin Resistant Strains and Antibiotic Resistance Gene Profiles in Funan River, China.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes as the primary colistin resistance genes in the Funan River, along with other resistance genes such as sul1, sul2, aac(6')-Ib-cr, bla CTX-M, tetM, ermB, qnrS, and aph(3')-IIIa. These genes were found in various bacterial species, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains in the river.
Diarrheal bacterial pathogens and multi-resistant enterobacteria in the Choqueyapu River in La Paz, Bolivia.
The study identified multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in the Choqueyapu River, including E. coli and Enterobacter cloacae carrying bla CTX-M, bla KPC, bla NDM, bla VIM, and bla OXA-48 genes, highlighting the environmental spread of antibiotic resistance.
Co-outbreak of multidrug resistance and a novel ST3006 Klebsiella pneumoniae in a neonatal intensive care unit: A retrospective study.
The study identified two clones of multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae, ST37 and ST3006, in a neonatal intensive care unit. ST37 harbored multiple resistance genes, including OXA-33, TEM-1, SHV-11, and others, while ST3006 carried fewer resistance genes. Whole-genome sequencing revealed the presence of various antibiotic resistance genes and genomic islands.
Bacterial Enzymes and Antibiotic Resistance.
The paper discusses various bacterial enzymes involved in antibiotic resistance, including bifunctional enzymes that can inactivate multiple classes of antibiotics. It highlights the importance of beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, and other resistance mechanisms.
Quantitative contribution of efflux to multi-drug resistance of clinical Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains.
The study characterizes the role of efflux pumps in multidrug resistance of clinical E. coli and P. aeruginosa strains, showing that deletion of tolC and oprM significantly affects antibiotic susceptibility, but other resistance mechanisms persist.
Phenotypic and Genotypic Characterization of Acinetobacter spp. Panel Strains: A Cornerstone to Facilitate Antimicrobial Development.
The study characterized various AMR genes in Acinetobacter spp. including blaPER-1, blaTEM-1D, blaADC-31, blaOXA-82, aac(3')-Ia, aac(6')-Il, aph(3')-Ic, strAB, and others. Mutations in gyrA and parC were associated with fluoroquinolone resistance. Overexpression of efflux pumps like adeB and adeJ contributed to multidrug resistance.
Whole Genome Sequencing of Extended Spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolated from Hospitalized Patients in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
The study characterized multiple AMR genes in ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae isolates, including bla TEM-1B, bla CTX-M-15, bla SHV-1, bla OXA-1, aad AI6, aac (6′)Ib-cr, aph (6)Id, aph (3′)-Ib, oqx A, oqx B, fos A, ARR-3, sul 1, sul 2, dfr A14, dfr A27, cat A1, and cat B4.
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.
Commonality of Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST348 Isolates in Horses and Humans in Portugal.
Genomic Sequence Analysis of the Multidrug-Resistance Region of Avian Salmonella enterica serovar Indiana Strain MHYL.
The study identified several AMR genes, including blaTEM, strA, tetA, floR, and aac(6')-Ib-cr, in the multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Indiana strain MHYL. These genes were localized in two distinct MDR regions, RR1 and RR2, and were associated with resistance to multiple antibiotics.
Tracking Carbapenem-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Outbreak in an Intensive Care Unit by Whole Genome Sequencing.
The study identified multiple carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CP-Kp) strains carrying various resistance genes, including blaKPC-2, blaNDM-1, and others, contributing to multidrug resistance. Plasmid analysis revealed the presence of resistance genes on different plasmids, highlighting the complexity of resistance mechanisms.
Characterization of Discriminatory Antimicrobial Resistance Genes in Aquatic Environments Using Machine Learning
The study identifies discriminatory antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) using an extremely randomized tree (ERT) algorithm, highlighting genes like sul1, tet(W), and ermB as significant markers for differentiating resistomes across various aquatic environments.
Characterization of Discriminatory Antimicrobial Resistance Genes in Aquatic Environments Using Machine Learning
The study identifies discriminatory antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) using an extremely randomized tree (ERT) algorithm, highlighting genes like sul1, tet(W), and ermB as significant markers for differentiating resistomes across various aquatic environments.
Emergence and transmission of New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase-5-producing Escherichia coli Sequence Type 361 in a Tertiary Hospital in South Korea.
The study reports an outbreak of NDM-5-producing E. coli ST361 in a South Korean hospital, highlighting the multidrug-resistant nature of these isolates and the presence of additional resistance genes such as qepA, blaTEM-1, blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-15, and aac(6')-Ib-cr.
Florfenicol Resistance in Enterobacteriaceae and Whole-Genome Sequence Analysis of Florfenicol-Resistant Leclercia adecarboxylata Strain R25.
The study identifies the floR gene as a major contributor to florfenicol resistance in Enterobacteriaceae, particularly in Leclercia adecarboxylata strain R25. Other resistance genes such as mdfA, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA16, qnrB6, sul1, dfrA27, arr-3, and qacEΔ1 were also characterized.
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.
Comparison of the inoculum size effects of antibiotics on IMP-6 β-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae co-harboring plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance genes.
The study identified several plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance genes (aac(6')-Ib-cr, oqxA, qnrS, qnrB) and their association with reduced susceptibility to fluoroquinolones and carbapenems in IMP-6 β-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae.
Multidrug-Resistant and Clinically Relevant Gram-Negative Bacteria Are Present in German Surface Waters.
The study identifies several AMR genes in multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria isolated from German surface waters, highlighting the presence of clinically relevant resistance mechanisms such as bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, mcr-1, and others.
A large self-transmissible resistance plasmid from Nigeria contains genes that ameliorate a carrying cost.
The study identifies a large self-transmissible plasmid pMB2 from Nigeria containing multiple resistance genes, including aac(6')-Ib-cr, blaCTX-M-15, tetA, and sitABCD, which contributes to antimicrobial resistance and provides a growth advantage under iron-limited conditions.
Characterization and Bio-Typing of Multidrug Resistance Plasmids From Uropathogenic Escherichia coli Isolated From Clinical Setting.
The study characterized multidrug-resistant plasmids in uropathogenic E. coli, identifying genes such as blaTEM, blaCTX-M, blaOXA, aac(6')-Ib-cr, oqxAB, and qnrB, which confer resistance to various antibiotics. These plasmids were found to be transmissible via conjugation, highlighting the role of IncF and IncI conjugation systems in the spread of resistance.
New Delhi Metallo-β-Lactamase-5-Producing Escherichia coli in Companion Animals, United States.
The study identifies a carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli isolate producing New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase-5 (blaNDM-5) in companion animals in the United States, along with several other resistance genes including tet(A), aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA5, aadA2, blaOXA-1, blaCTX-M-15, catB3, dfrA17, dfrA12, sul1, and mph(A).
Evaluating the genome and resistome of extensively drug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae using native DNA and RNA Nanopore sequencing.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in extensively drug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates, including beta-lactamases (blaSHV-11, blaTEM-1B, blaVEB-1, blaOXA-10, blaKPC-2, blaOXA-9, blaVIM-27, blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaOXA-48), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA1, ant(2'')-Ia, aph(6)-Id, arr-2, aadA24, aph(3')-Ia, aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IIa, aac(6')Ib-cr, aac(6')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(G)), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA14, dfrA23), chloramphenicol resistance genes (cmlA1, catB4), and others.
Evaluating the genome and resistome of extensively drug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae using native DNA and RNA Nanopore sequencing.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in extensively drug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates, including beta-lactamases (blaSHV-11, blaTEM-1B, blaVEB-1, blaOXA-10, blaKPC-2, blaOXA-9, blaVIM-27, blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaOXA-48), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA1, ant(2'')-Ia, aph(6)-Id, arr-2, aadA24, aph(3')-Ia, aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IIa, aac(6')Ib-cr, aac(6')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(G)), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA14, dfrA23), chloramphenicol resistance genes (cmlA1, catB4), and others.
Emerging colistin resistance in Salmonella enterica serovar Newport isolates from human infections
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.
Genotypic characterization of multiple drug resistant Escherichia coli isolates from a pediatric cancer hospital in Egypt.
The study identified multiple drug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from a pediatric cancer hospital in Egypt, highlighting the prevalence of various antimicrobial resistance genes such as TEM-220, NDM-11, aph(6)-Id, sul2, and others, indicating a significant threat to immunocompromised patients.
Prevalence and Molecular Characteristics of Avian-Origin mcr-1-Harboring Escherichia coli in Shandong Province, China.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene, blaTEM, blaCTX-M, aac(6)-Ib-cr, and qnrA as the primary AMR genes in avian-origin E. coli isolates in Shandong Province, China.
Unusual accumulation of a wide array of antimicrobial resistance mechanisms in a patient with cytomegalovirus-associated hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis: a case report.
First report of VIM metallo-β-lactamase production in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae clinical isolates from Gaza Strip, Palestine.
The study reports the first occurrence of VIM-4 and VIM-28 metallo-β-lactamase production in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae clinical isolates from the Gaza Strip, Palestine. Additionally, the aac(6')-Ib-cr and qnrS1 genes were identified as contributing to resistance against aminoglycosides and fluoroquinolones, respectively.
Deadly Puppy Infection Caused by an MDR Escherichia coli O39 bla (CTX-M-15), bla (CMY-2), bla (DHA-1), and aac(6)-Ib-cr - Positive in a Breeding Kennel in Central Italy.
The study characterizes an MDR E. coli O39 strain carrying multiple AMR genes including bla CTX-M-15, bla CMY-2, bla DHA-1, and aac(6')-Ib-cr, highlighting the complexity of the resistome in this outbreak.
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.
In vitro evaluation of double carbapenem and colistin combinations against OXA-48, NDM carbapenemase-producing colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae strains.
The study identified bla OXA-181, bla NDM, arr-3, aac (6′)-Ib-cr, rmtF, and catB1 as key resistance genes in colistin-resistant K. pneumoniae strains, highlighting the complex resistance mechanisms involving carbapenemases and aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes.
Integrating whole-genome sequencing within the National Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Program in the Philippines.
The study identifies various carbapenemase genes such as blaNDM-1, blaNDM-7, blaCTX-M-15, and blaOXA-181, along with other AMR genes like rmtC, sul1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, mph(A), qnrB1, and others, which contribute to resistance against multiple antibiotics in Klebsiella pneumoniae, Escherichia coli, Acinetobacter baumannii, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa in the Philippines.
Co-Occurrence of the bla (KPC-2) and Mcr-3.3 Gene in Aeromonas caviae SCAc2001 Isolated from Patients with Diarrheal Disease.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Aeromonas caviae SCAc2001, including blaKPC, mcr-3.3, and others, highlighting the potential public health risks posed by this strain.
Detection of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamases (ESBL) Producing Enterobacteriaceae from Fish Trapped in the Lagoon Area of Bizerte, Tunisia.
The study identified several β-lactamase genes (bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-9, bla OXA-1, and bla TEM-1-a) and other resistance genes (sul1, sul2, tetA, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrA, and qnrB) in ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae isolated from fish in the Bizerte lagoon, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant bacteria in aquatic environments.
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)).
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)).
Prevalence and characteristics of extended-spectrum β-lactamases-producing Escherichia coli from broiler chickens at different day-age.
The study identified various extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-9, blaCTX-M-55, blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-1, blaCTX-M-65, blaCTX-M-74, and blaCTX-M-25, along with PMQR genes such as qnrS, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, qnrB, and qnrA. Additionally, mutations in the QRDR of gyrA and parC were associated with enrofloxacin resistance in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from broiler chickens.
A coup d'état by NDM-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae overthrows the major bacterial population during KPC-directed therapy.
The study characterizes the emergence and dominance of a minor NDM-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae population during KPC-directed therapy, highlighting challenges in detecting and managing drug-resistant subpopulations.
The European Union summary report on antimicrobial resistance in zoonotic and indicator bacteria from humans, animals and food in 2015.
The report highlights the presence of various AMR genes and mutations in zoonotic and indicator bacteria, including blaCTX-M-9, blaSHV-12, erm(B), mcr-1, and mcr-2, which confer resistance to beta-lactams, macrolides, and colistin. It emphasizes the importance of monitoring AMR in food-producing animals and humans.
High-resolution characterisation of ESBL/pAmpC-producing Escherichia coli isolated from the broiler production pyramid.
The study identified multiple AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-55, bla CMY-2, bla CTX-M-1, bla SHV-12, sul2, aac(3)-Ia, aadA, strA, strB, tet(A), tet(B), dfrA14, floR, cmlA1, catA1, catB3, qnrS1, qnrS2, qnrB19, mph(A), mph(B), arr-3, and aac(6')Ib-cr, in ESBL/pAmpC-producing E. coli isolates from broiler production.
Tracking Recombination Events That Occur in Conjugative Virulence Plasmid p15WZ-82_Vir during the Transmission Process.
The study characterizes the recombination events in the conjugative virulence plasmid p15WZ-82_Vir during transmission, identifying multiple antibiotic resistance genes and their roles in the formation of mosaic plasmids that carry both virulence and resistance traits.
Characterization of KPC-Producing Serratia marcescens in an Intensive Care Unit of a Brazilian Tertiary Hospital.
The study identified KPC-producing Serratia marcescens isolates with resistance to beta-lactams, including carbapenems, and the presence of aac(6')-Ib-cr, SdeB, SdeY, and HasF genes associated with resistance to aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, and tigecycline.
Emerging Antimicrobial-Resistant High-Risk Klebsiella pneumoniae Clones ST307 and ST147.
The study identifies and characterizes the antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations associated with the high-risk Klebsiella pneumoniae clones ST307 and ST147, highlighting their global spread and the diversity of resistance mechanisms they employ.
First Genomic Characterization of bla(VIM-1) and mcr-9-Coharbouring Enterobacter hormaechei Isolated from Food of Animal Origin.
The study reports the first genomic characterization of a multidrug-resistant Enterobacter hormaechei isolate coharboring bla(VIM-1) and mcr-9 genes from food of animal origin. The isolate was resistant to carbapenems and other antibiotics, but susceptible to colistin. The bla(VIM-1) and mcr-9 genes were located on the same IncHI2 plasmid, along with other resistance genes.
Resistance Profiling and Molecular Characterization of Extended-Spectrum/Plasmid-Mediated AmpC β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated from Healthy Broiler Chickens in South Korea.
The study identified ESBL/pAmpC-producing E. coli isolates from healthy broiler chickens in South Korea, highlighting the presence of bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-55, and bla CMY-2 genes, as well as coexistence of mcr-1 and bla CMY-2 genes, indicating significant antimicrobial resistance concerns.
Using Therapeutic Drug Monitoring to Treat KPC-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Central Nervous System Infection With Ceftazidime/Avibactam.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes in a KPC-3-producing K. pneumoniae isolate, including blaKPC-3, aac(3)-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, blaOXA-1, blaSHV-214, mphA, qacH, catB3, arr-3, sul1, and dfrA14, which confer resistance to various antibiotics.
Genome Characterization of mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli Isolated From Pigs With Postweaning Diarrhea in China.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes, including mcr-1.1 and mcr-3.1, in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from pigs with postweaning diarrhea in China.
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.
Genetic Determinants of Resistance to Extended-Spectrum Cephalosporin and Fluoroquinolone in Escherichia coli Isolated from Diseased Pigs in the United States.
The study identified bla CMY-2, bla CTX-M, and bla SHV-12 genes as major contributors to extended-spectrum cephalosporin resistance, along with qnrB77, qnrB2, qnrS1, qnrS2, and aac(6')-Ib-cr for fluoroquinolone resistance. The colistin resistance gene mcr-9 was also detected in several isolates.
Characteristics and Epidemiology of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae From Red Kangaroo, China.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate from a Red Kangaroo, including beta-lactamases (bla DHA–3, bla SHV–1, bla CTX–M–14, bla TEM–191, bla TEM–1, bla CTX–M–3), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aph(3″)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IIa, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, aadA16, arr-3), quinolone resistance genes (qnrS1, qnrB2), macrolide resistance gene (mphA), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul3, sul1), dihydrofolate reductase (dfrA3, dfrA27), chloramphenicol resistance gene (floR), tetracycline resistance genes (tetG, tetR), and multidrug efflux pump (qacEΔ1).
First report of the aac(6')-Ib-cr gene in Providencia stuartii isolates in Brazil.
The aac(6')-Ib-cr gene was detected in 16 resistant Providencia stuartii isolates, indicating increased resistance in this species.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Genomic Characterization of OXA-48- and CTX-M-15-Co-Producing Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae ST23 Recovered from Nosocomial Outbreak.
The study characterizes the AMR genes in a multidrug-resistant hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae ST23 isolate, MAR14-456, which co-produces OXA-48 and CTX-M-15. The isolate shows resistance to multiple antibiotics, including carbapenems, cephalosporins, and aminoglycosides.
Dissemination of Extended-Spectrum-β-Lactamase-Producing Enterobacter cloacae Complex from a Hospital to the Nearby Environment in Guadeloupe (French West Indies): ST114 Lineage Coding for a Successful IncHI2/ST1 Plasmid.
The study identifies the blaCTX-M-1 gene carried on an IncI1/ST3 plasmid in Enterobacter cloacae and Escherichia coli isolates from humans and wild animals in Guadeloupe, highlighting the dissemination of this resistance determinant in the environment.
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.
Resistome of a carbapenemase-producing novel ST232 Klebsiella michiganensis isolate from urban hospital effluent in South Africa.
The study reports the first carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella michiganensis isolate from South African hospital effluent, harboring multiple resistance genes including blaOXA-181, blaOXY-5-1, qnrB6, qnrS1, aadA16, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(6)-Id, arr-3, sul1, sul2, dfrA14, and dfrA27.
Endophytic Lifestyle of Global Clones of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Priority Pathogens in Fresh Vegetables: a Trojan Horse Strategy Favoring Human Colonization?
The study identifies multiple AMR genes in endophytic ESBL-producing Enterobacterales isolated from fresh vegetables, highlighting their potential role in the spread of antibiotic resistance.
Emerging carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae sequence type 16 causing multiple outbreaks in a tertiary hospital in southern Vietnam.
The study identifies carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae sequence type 16 causing multiple outbreaks in a hospital in Vietnam. Key AMR genes include blaOXA-181, blaOXA-48, and mutations in gyrA and parC contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance. Colistin resistance was due to disruption of the mgrB gene by an IS L3-like element.
Multidrug Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST101 Clone Survival Chain From Inpatients to Hospital Effluent After Chlorine Treatment.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST101 clone, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-48, blaOXA-1, blaSHV-106, blaTEM-150, aac(3)-IIa, aac(6')-Ib-cr, oqxA10, oqxB17, fosA, catB3, dfrA14, tet(D), and mutations in mgrB, ompK35, gyrA, and parC.
Emergence of fosA3 and bla (CTX-M-) (14) in Multidrug-Resistant Citrobacter freundii Isolates From Flowers and the Retail Environment in China.
The study identifies fosA3 and bla CTX-M-14 in multidrug-resistant Citrobacter freundii isolates from flowers and retail environments in China, highlighting the role of untypable plasmids in the spread of these resistance genes.
Plasmid-Borne and Chromosomal ESBL/AmpC Genes in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae in Global Food Products.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-65, bla SHV-12, bla SHV-28, bla SHV-81, bla TEM-1B, bla TEM-52C, bla CARB-2, bla OXA-1, bla DHA-1, and bla CMY-2, along with other AMR genes such as aac(3)-IIa, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aadA1, aadA2, aph(4)-Ia, oqxA, oqxB, qnrB1, qnrS1, floR, sul2, sul1, tet(A), dfrA14, dfrA1, dfrA17, dfrA8, dfrA12, dfrA16, dfrA15, catB3, cmlA1, arr-2, and qnrB19, which confer resistance to various antibiotics in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from food products.
Taxonomy, virulence determinants and antimicrobial susceptibility of Aeromonas spp. isolated from bacteremia in southeastern China.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes (blaTEM, blaSHV, blaAQU-1, blaMOX, blaCepH, blaCphA) and the aac(6')-Ib-cr gene associated with antimicrobial resistance in Aeromonas isolates from bacteremia cases in southeastern China.
High fecal carriage of bla(CTX-M), bla(CMY-2), and plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance genes among healthy Korean people in a metagenomic analysis.
The study found high fecal carriage of bla(CTX-M), bla(CMY-2), and plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance genes among healthy Korean individuals, highlighting the widespread presence of these resistance genes in the gut microbiome.
Emergence of IMP-8-Producing Comamonas thiooxydans Causing Urinary Tract Infection in China.
The study reports the first identification of a blaIMP-8-positive Comamonas thiooxydans strain causing a urinary tract infection in China, highlighting its resistance to multiple antibiotics including aztreonam, fluoroquinolones, and aminoglycosides.
Deceiving Phenotypic Susceptibility Results on a Klebsiella pneumoniae Blood Isolate Carrying Plasmid-Mediated AmpC Gene bla(DHA-1).
The study identifies a carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate carrying the plasmid-mediated AmpC gene blaDHA-1, along with other resistance genes such as blaOXA-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, sul1, oqxA, oqxB, qnrB4, arr-3, tet(A), catB3, mph(A), fosA, IncFIB(K), and IncR.
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.
Antimicrobial Resistance Glides in the Sky-Free-Living Birds as a Reservoir of Resistant Escherichia coli With Zoonotic Potential.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in E. coli from free-living birds, highlighting the zoonotic potential of these resistant strains. Key findings include bla CTX-M-15, bla CMY-2, bla SHV-12, bla TEM-1B, qnrS1, qnrB19, mcr-1, fosA7, aac(3)-IIa, ant(3")-Ia, aph(3")-Ib, and aph(6)-Id, as well as mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE.
Multidrug-Resistant, Including Extended-Spectrum Beta Lactamase-Producing and Quinolone-Resistant, Escherichia coli Isolated from Poultry and Domestic Pigs in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
The study identified bla CTX-M, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB, and qepA as the primary AMR genes in MDR E. coli isolates from poultry and domestic pigs in Tanzania.
On-Farm Anaerobic Digestion of Dairy Manure Reduces the Abundance of Antibiotic Resistance-Associated Gene Targets and the Potential for Plasmid Transfer.
The study found that anaerobic digestion of dairy manure significantly reduced the abundance of antibiotic resistance genes, including various ESBL genes such as bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-55, and bla PER-1, as well as other resistance genes like aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, bla OXA-1, catB4, dfrA1, floR, lnu(G), sul2, aadA2, mph(E), msr(E), tet(C), tet(E), and tet(X).
Multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae harboring extended spectrum β-lactamase encoding genes isolated from human septicemias.
The study identified multiple beta-lactamase genes including bla CTX-M-15, bla SHV-1, bla SHV-11, bla SHV-27, bla SHV-106, and bla TEM, along with carbapenemase genes bla KPC2/3 and bla OXA-48, contributing to multidrug resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from human septicemias.
Successful treatment of infective endocarditis due to pandrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae with ceftazidime-avibactam and aztreonam.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes in a pandrug-resistant K. pneumoniae isolate, including beta-lactamases (bla OXA-1, bla SHV-28, bla NDM-1, bla OXA-48, bla CTX-M-14b), aminoglycoside modifying enzymes (aac(6′)-Ib-cr, armA), and mutations in gyrA and parC that confer resistance to fluoroquinolones, as well as a disruption in mgrB leading to colistin resistance.
Circulation of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli of Pandemic Sequence Types 131, 648, and 410 Among Hospitalized Patients, Caregivers, and the Community in Rwanda.
The study identifies the circulation of pandemic sequence types ST131, ST648, and ST410 of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Escherichia coli in Rwanda, highlighting their multidrug resistance and potential for transmission among patients, caregivers, and the community.
Presence of plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance (PMQR) genes in non-typhoidal Salmonella strains with reduced susceptibility to fluoroquinolones isolated from human salmonellosis in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea from 2016 to 2019.
The study identified PMQR genes such as qnrA, qnrB, qnrS, and aac(6')-Ib-cr in non-typhoidal Salmonella strains with reduced susceptibility to fluoroquinolones.
First Detection of Human ST131-CTX-M-15-O25-B2 Clone and High-Risk Clonal Lineages of ESBL/pAmpC-Producing E. coli Isolates from Diarrheic Poultry in Tunisia.
The study identified the presence of the human pandemic ST131-CTX-M-15-O25-B2 clone and high-risk clonal lineages of ESBL/pAmpC-producing E. coli isolates from diarrheic poultry in Tunisia, highlighting the emergence of multidrug-resistant clones with various virulence determinants.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Genomic Characterization of Two mcr-1-Harboring Foodborne Salmonella Isolates Recovered in China, 2016.
Two mcr-1-harboring Salmonella isolates, CFSA231 and CFSA629, were identified. The mcr-1 gene was found on an IncX4 plasmid in CFSA231 and on an IncHI2A/IncHI2 plasmid in CFSA629. A novel mcr-1 variant, mcr-1.19, was identified in CFSA629.
Outbreak of NDM-1-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae in the intensive care unit during the COVID-19 pandemic: Another nightmare.
The study reports an outbreak of NDM-1-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae in an ICU during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the presence of multiple AMR genes including blaNDM-1, blaTEM-1, blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaCMY-4, and others, along with mutations in ParC and GyrA contributing to quinolone resistance.
Emergence and Clonal Spread of CTX-M-65-Producing Escherichia coli From Retail Meat in Portugal.
The study identifies the blaCTX-M-65 gene in four multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from retail meat in Portugal, highlighting its chromosomal location and association with various resistance mechanisms.
High Prevalence of ESBL and Plasmid-Mediated Quinolone Resistance Genes in Salmonella enterica Isolated from Retail Meats and Slaughterhouses in Egypt.
The study identified various ESBL and PMQR genes in Salmonella enterica isolates from retail meats and slaughterhouses in Egypt, highlighting their high prevalence and potential public health implications.
High Prevalence of ESBL and Plasmid-Mediated Quinolone Resistance Genes in Salmonella enterica Isolated from Retail Meats and Slaughterhouses in Egypt.
The study identified various ESBL and PMQR genes in Salmonella enterica isolates from retail meats and slaughterhouses in Egypt, highlighting their high prevalence and potential public health implications.
Antimicrobial Resistance of Non-Typhoid Salmonella in Meat and Meat Products.
The study highlights the prevalence of antimicrobial resistance in non-typhoid Salmonella isolates from meat and meat products, emphasizing the resistance patterns to antibiotics such as tetracycline, sulfonamides, ampicillin, and streptomycin. It identifies Enteritidis and Typhimurium as the most common serovars with significant resistance levels.
Genetic Features of Plasmid- and Chromosome-Mediated mcr-1 in Escherichia coli Isolates From Animal Organs With Lesions.
The study characterizes the mcr-1 gene and various other resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from animal organs with lesions, highlighting their multidrug resistance profiles and the genetic features of plasmids carrying these genes.
Genetic Diversity of Multidrug-Resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa Isolates Carrying bla (VIM-2) and bla (KPC-2) Genes That Spread on Different Genetic Environment in Colombia.
The study identifies bla(VIM-2) and bla(KPC-2) genes in multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates from Colombia, highlighting their diverse genetic environments and mechanisms of resistance.
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.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Comparative Genome Analysis of Klebsiella pneumoniae Strains Isolated in Egypt.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in the multidrug-resistant K. pneumoniae strain KPE16, including bla NDM-1, bla CTX-M-15, and various aminoglycoside, sulfonamide, and tetracycline resistance genes. Additionally, chromosomal mutations in ompK36, ompK37, and acrR contribute to resistance.
Whole-Genome Sequencing (WGS) of Carbapenem-Resistant K. pneumoniae Isolated in Long-Term Care Facilities in the Northern Italian Region.
The study identified various carbapenem-resistance genes including blaKPC-2, blaKPC-3, blaKPC-9, blaSHV-11, blaSHV-28, blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaOXA-9, blaOXA-23, qnrS1, qnrB19, qnrB66, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and fosA in carbapenem-resistant K. pneumoniae isolates from long-term care facilities in northern Italy.
Emergence of mcr-1-Harboring Salmonella enterica Serovar Sinstorf Type ST155 Isolated From Patients With Diarrhea in Jiangsu, China.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a colistin resistance gene in Salmonella enterica serovar Sinstorf, along with qnrS1, aac(6')-Ib-cr4, bla CTX-M-14, and bla CTX-M-55 contributing to quinolone and beta-lactam resistance. Mutations in gyrA and parC are linked to ciprofloxacin resistance.
Insight Into Whole Genome of Aeromonas veronii Isolated From Freshwater Fish by Resistome Analysis Reveal Extensively Antibiotic Resistant Traits.
The study identified 17 AMR genes in Aeromonas veronii isolates from tilapia, highlighting extensive antibiotic resistance traits, including resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, and others.
International High-Risk Clones Among Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from Dhaka, Bangladesh, including bla CTX-M-15, bla NDM-5, mcr-1, and various aminoglycoside resistance genes. Mutations in gyrA and parC were also associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Identification of Three Novel PmGRI1 Genomic Resistance Islands and One Multidrug Resistant Hybrid Structure of Tn7-like Transposon and PmGRI1 in Proteus mirabilis.
The study identifies three novel variants of PmGRI1 and a hybrid structure combining Tn7-like transposon and PmGRI1 in Proteus mirabilis, highlighting their role in carrying multiple antibiotic resistance genes.
Whole-Genomic Analysis of NDM-5-Producing Enterobacteriaceae Recovered from an Urban River in China.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes, including bla NDM-5, bla OXA-10, and bla TEM-1B, in NDM-5-producing Enterobacteriaceae isolates from an urban river in China. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as carbapenems, cephalosporins, quinolones, and aminoglycosides.
Co-occurrence of Klebsiella variicola and Klebsiella pneumoniae Both Carrying bla (KPC) from a Respiratory Intensive Care Unit Patient.
The study identified Klebsiella variicola and Klebsiella pneumoniae strains carrying multiple resistance genes, including bla KPC-2, bla TEM-1A, bla LEN17, aadA16, arr-3, qnrB4, oqxA/B, dfrA27, sul1, tetD, fosA, qacEΔ1, bla CTX-M-3, bla TEM-1B, bla CTX-M-65, bla SHV-27, aac(6')-IIa, rmtB, aph(3')-Ia, aadA16, qnrS1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB91, oqxA/B, mph(A), tet(A), fosA, dfrA27, and two copies of qacEΔ1-sul1.
Antimicrobial Susceptibility and Detection of Virulence-Associated Genes in Escherichia coli Strains Isolated from Commercial Broilers.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli strains from commercial broilers, including bla CTX-M-1 and bla CTX-M-2 for cephalosporin resistance, qnrA, qnrB, qnrS for fluoroquinolone resistance, aac(6')-Ib-cr for fluoroquinolone and aminoglycoside resistance, tetA and tetB for tetracycline resistance, sul1 and sul2 for sulfonamide resistance, aadA for aminoglycoside resistance, dfrA and dfrB for trimethoprim resistance, and mcr1 and mcr2 for polymyxin resistance.
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.
Mechanisms of Resistance to Quinolones and Their Impact on Human and Animal Health
The paper discusses various mechanisms of quinolone resistance, including the role of qnr genes, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and efflux pumps like oqxAB and qepA. It highlights the importance of these resistance mechanisms in clinical settings and their implications for public health.
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.
Antibacterial Efficacy of Liposomal Formulations Containing Tobramycin and N-Acetylcysteine against Tobramycin-Resistant Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Acinetobacter baumannii.
The study identified various aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes (AMEs) and efflux pump genes contributing to tobramycin resistance in E. coli, K. pneumoniae, and A. baumannii. These genes include acc(3)-IIa, aac(6')-Ib-cr, ant(2")-Ia, aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib, armA, rmtF, acrD, adeA, adeB, adeC, ompA, omp37, csgB, csgD, csgF, csgG, pgaA, pgaB, pgaC, pgaD, csuA, csuB, csuC, csuD, csuE, and bap.
Whole-Genome Sequencing of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli From Human Infections in Finland Revealed Isolates Belonging to Internationally Successful ST131-C1-M27 Subclade but Distinct From Non-human Sources.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-3, bla SHV-12, and bla TEM-1, which confer resistance to beta-lactam antibiotics. Other resistance genes such as aadA5, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, mph(A), sul1, sul2, tet(A), and dfrA17, dfrA12, dfrA1, and dfrA14 were also characterized, providing insights into the multidrug resistance profiles of ESBL-producing E. coli isolates in Finland.
Carbapenemase Production and Epidemiological Characteristics of Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in Western Chongqing, China.
The study identified bla KPC-2, bla NDM, bla TEM, bla SHV, bla CTX-M-9, bla DHA, qnrS, and aac(6')-Ib-cr as prevalent resistance genes in carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates in western Chongqing, China.
Similarities in Virulence and Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Gene Profiles among Cefotaxime-Resistant Escherichia coli Wastewater and Clinical Isolates.
The study identifies several beta-lactamase genes, including blaCTX-M-1, blaKPC-2, blaTEM-350, blaOXA-1, and blaCTX-M-15, as well as various aminoglycoside, macrolide, and tetracycline resistance genes in cefotaxime-resistant E. coli isolates from hospital and urban wastewater. Mutations in parC, parE, and gyrA contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Detection of Carbapenem Resistance of Proteus mirabilis Strains Isolated from Foxes, Raccoons and Minks in China.
The study identified several AMR genes in Proteus mirabilis isolates from foxes, raccoons, and minks in China, including blaTEM, blaOXA-1, aac(6′)Ib-cr, floR, sul1, blaNDM, and blaOXA-24. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, with a high prevalence of multidrug-resistant isolates.
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.
Pan-Genome Analysis of Delftia tsuruhatensis Reveals Important Traits Concerning the Genetic Diversity, Pathogenicity, and Biotechnological Properties of the Species.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Delftia tsuruhatensis, including aminoglycoside, sulfonamide, trimethoprim, tetracycline, and phenicol resistance genes, indicating the potential for multidrug resistance in this species.
Antimicrobial resistance and population genomics of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli in pig farms in mainland China.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from pig farms in China, including ESBL genes, fluoroquinolone resistance genes, carbapenem resistance genes, and colistin resistance genes. It highlights the widespread presence of these resistance mechanisms and their potential to spread to human pathogens.
Virulome and genome analyses identify associations between antimicrobial resistance genes and virulence factors in highly drug-resistant Escherichia coli isolated from veal calves.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in highly drug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from veal calves, including blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-15, mph(A), erm(B), aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS1, aadA5, aadA1, aph(3')-Ic, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6')-Id, sul1, sul2, tet(A), and tet(B). Additionally, mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N) and parC (A56T) were found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Gut Commensal Escherichia coli, a High-Risk Reservoir of Transferable Plasmid-Mediated Antimicrobial Resistance Traits.
The study identified multiple plasmid-mediated antimicrobial resistance genes in gut commensal Escherichia coli isolates from healthy individuals, highlighting the potential risk of these bacteria as reservoirs of resistance traits.
Gut Commensal Escherichia coli, a High-Risk Reservoir of Transferable Plasmid-Mediated Antimicrobial Resistance Traits.
The study identified multiple plasmid-mediated antimicrobial resistance genes in gut commensal Escherichia coli isolates from healthy individuals, highlighting the potential risk of these bacteria as reservoirs of resistance traits.
Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Complex From Clinical Dogs and Cats in China: Molecular Characteristics, Phylogroups, and Hypervirulence-Associated Determinants.
The study identified multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae complex isolates from clinical dogs and cats in China, highlighting the presence of various AMR genes such as bla SHV, bla CTX-M, bla NDM-5, aac(6')Ib-cr, qnrB, qnrS, oqxAB, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-Ib, bla OXA, bla DHA, bla LEN, and bla OKP.
Identifying the Sources of Intestinal Colonization With Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli in Healthy Infants in the Community.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, qnrS1, ermB, aadA1, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, dfrA1, catA1, aadA2, dfrA5, dfrA12, qnrS13, aac(6')-Ib-cr5, blaTEM-1, blaOXA-1, sul1, and dfrA17, associated with ESBL-Ec in children, mothers, and drinking water in rural Bangladesh.
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.
Comparison of Two Distinct Subpopulations of Klebsiella pneumoniae ST16 Co-Occurring in a Single Patient.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in Klebsiella pneumoniae ST16 isolates, including bla NDM-4, bla OXA-181, and a frameshift mutation in acrR, contributing to carbapenem and fluoroquinolone resistance.
Characterization of qnrB-carrying plasmids from ESBL- and non-ESBL-producing Escherichia coli.
The study characterized qnrB-carrying plasmids from ESBL- and non-ESBL-producing E. coli, identifying qnrB1, qnrB2, and qnrB19 as major quinolone resistance determinants. These plasmids were found to be self-transmissible and associated with various resistance genes.
Hybrid Plasmids Encoding Antimicrobial Resistance and Virulence Traits Among Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae ST2096 in India.
The study characterizes hybrid plasmids in MDR-HvKp ST2096 isolates from India, identifying multiple AMR genes such as bla NDM-5, bla OXA-232, aadA2, armA, and others, along with virulence genes like rmpA2 and iucABCD.
Epidemiology, Environmental Risks, Virulence, and Resistance Determinants of Klebsiella pneumoniae From Dairy Cows in Hubei, China.
The study identified several AMR genes in K. pneumoniae isolates from dairy cows in Hubei, China, including blaTEM, blaSHV, strA, strB, aadA1, and aac(6')-Ib-cr, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics.
Submarine Outfalls of Treated Wastewater Effluents are Sources of Extensively- and Multidrug-Resistant KPC- and OXA-48-Producing Enterobacteriaceae in Coastal Marine Environment.
The study identified extensively drug-resistant (XDR) and multidrug-resistant (MDR) KPC- and OXA-48-producing Enterobacteriaceae in coastal marine environments, highlighting the presence of various AMR genes including bla KPC-2, bla OXA-48, and others.
Submarine Outfalls of Treated Wastewater Effluents are Sources of Extensively- and Multidrug-Resistant KPC- and OXA-48-Producing Enterobacteriaceae in Coastal Marine Environment.
The study identified extensively drug-resistant (XDR) and multidrug-resistant (MDR) KPC- and OXA-48-producing Enterobacteriaceae in coastal marine environments, highlighting the presence of various AMR genes including bla KPC-2, bla OXA-48, and others.
Genomic Analysis of Multidrug-Resistant Hypervirulent (Hypermucoviscous) Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain Lacking the Hypermucoviscous Regulators (rmpA/rmpA2).
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in a multidrug-resistant hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae strain, including beta-lactamases, sulfonamide resistance genes, fosfomycin resistance genes, aminoglycoside resistance genes, and tetracycline resistance genes.
KPC-3-, GES-5-, and VIM-1-Producing Enterobacterales Isolated from Urban Ponds.
The study identified bla KPC-3, bla GES-5, and bla VIM genes in various Enterobacterales isolates from urban ponds, highlighting their role in carbapenem resistance.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Virulence Characteristics of Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolates in Kenya by Whole-Genome Sequencing.
The study identified several AMR genes in K. pneumoniae isolates from Kenya, including blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-181, blaOXA-181, blaNDM-1, mcr-8, armA, rmtF, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3")-ib, aph(6)-id, dfrA, sul2, qnrB, tetA, and catII, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, carbapenems, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines, and chloramphenicol.
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).
Epidemiological investigation on drug resistance of Salmonella isolates from duck breeding farms in Shandong Province and surrounding areas, China.
The study identified 12 types of antibiotic resistance genes in 110 Salmonella isolates from duck farms in Shandong Province, China, including beta-lactam, aminoglycoside, tetracycline, macrolide, and quinolone resistance genes. The most prevalent resistance genes were blaTEM, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and tetA. The study also found that class I integrons and plasmids play a significant role in the dissemination of these resistance genes.
Occurrence of bla(NDM-1)-Positive Providencia spp. in a Pig Farm of China.
Four bla NDM-1-positive Providencia strains were identified in a pig farm in China, showing multidrug resistance and carrying additional resistance genes such as bla OXA-10, bla TEM-116, and others.
Companion Animals as Potential Reservoirs of Antibiotic Resistant Diarrheagenic Escherichia coli in Shandong, China.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from companion animals in Shandong, China, including blaCTX-M, blaSHV, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and qnrS, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains and the potential reservoir role of companion animals in AMR dissemination.
Genomic Analysis of a Highly Virulent NDM-1-Producing Escherichia coli ST162 Infecting a Pygmy Sperm Whale (Kogia breviceps) in South America.
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant NDM-1-producing E. coli ST162 strain isolated from a pygmy sperm whale, highlighting the presence of various AMR genes including blaNDM-1, blaTEM-1C, blaOXA-1, and others, as well as mutations in gyrA and parC contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
OXA-244-Producing ST131 Escherichia coli From Surface and Groundwaters of Pavia Urban Area (Po Plain, Northern Italy).
The study identified OXA-244-producing ST131 Escherichia coli in surface and groundwater samples from Pavia, Italy. Key resistance genes included bla CTX-M-type, bla OXA-244, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and qnrS.
Characterization of NDM-5 Carbapenemase-Encoding Gene (bla (NDM-5)) - Positive Multidrug Resistant Commensal Escherichia coli from Diarrheal Patients.
The study characterizes the bla NDM-5 gene in multidrug-resistant commensal E. coli from diarrheal patients, highlighting its resistance to various antibiotics and its potential for horizontal transfer.
First Report of bla (CTX-M-167), bla (SHV-1), and bla (TEM-1B) Carrying Klebsiella pneumonia Showing High-Level Resistance to Carbapenems.
The study identifies the first report of a carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae strain carrying bla CTX-M-167, bla TEM-1B, and bla SHV-1, along with other resistance genes such as qnrS1, aac(6')-1b-cr, aadA16, tet(A), fosA, sul1, and mph(A).
Genomic Investigation of Proteus mirabilis Isolates Recovered From Pig Farms in Zhejiang Province, China.
The study identified 91 antimicrobial resistance genes in 30 Proteus mirabilis isolates from pig farms in Zhejiang, China, including genes encoding resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, and fluoroquinolones.
Genome Analysis of ESBL-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated from Pigs.
The study identified several AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from pigs, including blaCTX-M-15, aminoglycoside resistance genes, qnrS1, and mcr-1, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains with potential implications for human health.
Combined comparative genomics and clinical modeling reveals plasmid-encoded genes are independently associated with Klebsiella infection.
The study identified 27 genes associated with Klebsiella infection, including several AMR genes such as aac(6')-Ib-cr5, bla OXA-1, bla CTX-M-15, and bla TEM-1, as well as hypothetical proteins and transposases. These genes were found to be associated with infection, some of which were mediated by gut dominance.
Pharmacodynamics of Piperacillin-Tazobactam/Amikacin Combination versus Meropenem against Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli in a Hollow Fiber Infection Model.
The study identified the aac(6')-Ib-cr gene as a key factor in amikacin resistance in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates, highlighting its role in reducing susceptibility to aminoglycosides.
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.
Serotype Diversity and Antimicrobial Resistance Profile of Salmonella enterica Isolates From Freshwater Turtles Sold for Human Consumption in Wet Markets in Hong Kong.
The study identifies the multidrug-resistance gene cfr for the first time in Salmonella, highlighting the expansion of the cfr reservoir and potential horizontal spread to other bacteria. It also detects various AMR genes such as floR, sul2, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3”)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aac(6')-Ib-cr, bla CMY−2, bla TEM−1, qnrS1, erm(B), mph(E), msr(E), qepA8, arr-3, sul1, dfrA12, dfrA27, tet(A), tet(D), catB3, aadA16, aac(3)-IV, aph(4)-Ia, aadA2, and fosA7.
Emergence of a Novel NDM-5-Producing Sequence Type 4523 Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain Causing Bloodstream Infection in China.
The study identifies a novel sequence type 4523 Klebsiella pneumoniae strain, ST4523, which is resistant to multiple antibiotics, including carbapenems, and carries the bla NDM-5 gene on a plasmid. The strain also possesses various other resistance genes on plasmids pSHX180-1 and pSHX180-NDM5.
Exploring the Bacteriome and Resistome of Humans and Food-Producing Animals in Brazil.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in humans and food-producing animals in Brazil, including novel carbapenemase-encoding genes such as blaAIM-1, blaCAM-1, blaGIM-2, and blaHMB-1, which were not previously reported in Latin America. Other significant ARGs included aac(6')-Ib-cr, ermF, ermB, ermG, tetO, tetQ, tetW, qnrB10, qnrB19, qnrD1, and crpP.
In Vitro Activity of Sulbactam-Durlobactam against Carbapenem-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii Clinical Isolates: A Multicentre Report from Italy.
The study evaluated the in vitro activity of sulbactam-durlobactam (SUL-DUR) against 141 carbapenem-resistant A. baumannii isolates. It identified several resistance genes including blaOXA-20, blaOXA-58, blaOXA-66, blaADC-25, aac(6')-Ib3, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and mutations in gyrA (S81L) and parC (V104I, D105E). Additionally, mutations in PBP3 (Q488K and Y528H) were found in SUL-DUR resistant isolates.
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.
Whole-genome sequencing-based characteristics of Escherichia coli Rize-53 isolate from Turkey.
The study identified ten antibiotic resistance genes in the E. coli Rize-53 isolate, including blaOXA-1, blaOXA-2, aac(6')-II, aac(6')-Ib-cr, tetB, catB3, qacE, sitABCD, mdfA, and sul2, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, sulfonamides, and quaternary ammonium compounds.
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.
Prevalence of Escherichia coli ST1193 Causing Intracranial Infection in Changsha, China.
The study identified that all ST1193 isolates were resistant to ciprofloxacin due to mutations in gyrA and parC, and two isolates carried the aac(6')-Ib-cr gene, which confers resistance to aminoglycosides.
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.
Identification of a Novel IncHI1B Plasmid in MDR Klebsiella pneumoniae 200 from Swine in China.
The study identifies a novel IncHI1B plasmid, pYhe2001, in MDR Klebsiella pneumoniae 200 from swine, along with several resistance genes including blaCTX-M-27, aadA16, dfrA27, arr-6, aac(6')-Ib-cr, sul1, qnrB2, tetA, and floR. These genes contribute to resistance against multiple antibiotics.
Antimicrobial resistance of Salmonella Indiana from retail chickens in China and emergence of an mcr-1-harboring isolate with concurrent resistance to ciprofloxacin, cefotaxime, and colistin.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Salmonella Indiana isolates, including bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-28, bla CTX-M-79, aac(6')-Ib-cr, oqxAB, and mcr-1, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics.
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.
Acquisition of genomic elements were pivotal for the success of Escherichia coli ST410
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in Escherichia coli ST410, including bla OXA-181, bla NDM-5, bla CTX-M-15, and mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE that confer resistance to carbapenems, cephalosporins, penicillins, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, and fluoroquinolones.
Human pandemic K27-ST392 CTX-M-15 extended-spectrum β-lactamase-positive Klebsiella pneumoniae: A one health clone threatening companion animals.
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant K. pneumoniae strain (LCKp01) carrying the bla CTX-M-15 gene and other clinically important AMR genes, highlighting the global spread of this clone in both human and animal populations.
Antimicrobial Resistance Pattern, Clustering Mechanisms and Correlation Matrix of Drug-Resistant Escherichia coli in Black Bengal Goats in West Bengal, India.
The study identified several AMR genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from goats, including bla CTXM-1, bla AmpC, bla SHV, bla TEM, bla CMY-6, bla CITM, bla NDM-5, qnr B, qnr S, aac(6')-Ib-cr, tet A, tet B, sul 1, and the acrAB efflux pump system.
Emergence of a Novel Lineage and Wide Spread of a bla(CTX-M-15)/IncHI2/ST1 Plasmid among Nosocomial Enterobacter in Guadeloupe.
The study identifies the bla CTX-M-15 gene as the most prevalent ESBL determinant in ESBL-producing Enterobacter cloacae complex isolates, along with the IncHI2/ST1 plasmid. It also reports the presence of other resistance genes such as mcr-9, aac(3)-IIa, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, aph(3″)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1B, qnrB1, fosA, sul2, tet(A), dfrA14, ars, mer, tni, and the ter operon.
Genomic Study of Chromosomally and Plasmid-Mediated Multidrug Resistance and Virulence Determinants in Klebsiella Pneumoniae Isolates Obtained from a Tertiary Hospital in Al-Kharj, KSA.
The study identified several AMR genes in K. pneumoniae isolates, including blaOXA-1, blaCTX-M-3, blaOXA-232, catB3, aac(6')-Ib-cr, dfrA14, IntI1, IS1, RepE, qnrB4, qnrB55, qnrS1, aph(3")-Ib, sul2, aadA2, SHV-190, SHV-26, SHV-11, tet(A), fosA, OqxA, and OqxB, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, trimethoprim, quinolones, sulfonamides, and fosfomycin.
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.
Emergence of Extensively Drug-Resistant and Hypervirulent KL2-ST65 Klebsiella pneumoniae Harboring bla(KPC-3) in Beijing, China.
The study identifies the emergence of extensively drug-resistant (XDR) and hypervirulent KL2-ST65 Klebsiella pneumoniae in Beijing, China, harboring the blaKPC-3 gene, which confers resistance to carbapenems, cephalosporins, and penicillins. Additionally, the blaCTX-M-3 gene was detected, contributing to resistance against cephalosporins. Other resistance genes such as blaOXA-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and qnrS1 were also identified, providing resistance to penicillins, aminoglycosides, and quinolones, respectively.
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).
Antimicrobial resistance and genomic characterization of Salmonella enterica serovar Senftenberg isolates in production animals from the United States.
The study characterized antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in Salmonella enterica serovar Senftenberg isolates from production animals in the United States, identifying genes such as aac(6')-Iaa, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, blaTEM-1B, blaCMY-2, blaSHV-12, floR, catA2, qnrB2, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA1, aadA2, sul1, sul2, tetA, and mcr-9.1, along with mutations in gyrA and parC genes contributing to resistance against various antibiotics.
Intestinal colonization with ESBL-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae in healthy rural villager: A genomic surveillance study in China, 2015-2017.
The study identified multiple ESBL genes, including bla TEM-1B, bla CTX-M-14, and bla SHV-11, along with other resistance genes such as qnrS1, sul1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA16, aph(3')-Ib, tet(A), and mcr-1, contributing to multidrug resistance in ESBL-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from healthy rural villagers in China.
Contamination of Proteus mirabilis harbouring various clinically important antimicrobial resistance genes in retail meat and aquatic products from food markets in China.
The study identified various clinically important antimicrobial resistance genes in Proteus mirabilis strains isolated from retail meat and aquatic products in China, highlighting the potential risk of these genes spreading to other pathogens.
Chicken Production and Human Clinical Escherichia coli Isolates Differ in Their Carriage of Antimicrobial Resistance and Virulence Factors.
The study identified differences in the carriage of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes and virulence factors between chicken production and human clinical Escherichia coli isolates, highlighting the presence of specific AMR genes like aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB19, fosA7, and mcr-9 in human clinical isolates, and mutations in parC and gyrA contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Molecular insights into novel environmental strains of Klebsiella quasipneumoniae harboring different antimicrobial-resistance genes.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in novel environmental strains of Klebsiella quasipneumoniae, including fosA, bla OKP, oqxB, oqxA, bla SHV−1, bla OXA−1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, catB, and aph(3”)-Ia, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as fosfomycin, beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, and chloramphenicol.
An ST131 clade and a phylogroup A clade bearing an O101-like O-antigen cluster predominate among bloodstream Escherichia coli isolates from South-West Nigeria hospitals.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in bloodstream E. coli isolates from South-West Nigeria, including bla CTX-M-15, dfrA, dfrB, and various quinolone resistance genes. Mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE were also associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
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.
Characterization of a Tigecycline-Resistant and blaCTX-M-Bearing Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain from a Peacock in a Chinese Zoo.
The study identified a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae strain, LYS105A, from a peacock in a Chinese zoo, carrying blaCTX-M-3, aac(6')-Ib-cr5, and qnrB91 genes, which confer resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, and fluoroquinolones, respectively. Additionally, mutations in phoP were linked to colistin resistance.
The under investigated facet of the COVID-19 pandemic: Molecular analysis of secondary bacterial infections at a COVID dedicated intensive care unit within a tertiary care center in Lebanon.
The study identified multiple AMR genes including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1 B, bla SHV-26, bla CMY-145, bla OXA-1, bla NDM-5, bla NDM-7, aph(3")-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA, FosA, FosA3, FosA6, mcr-1.26, acrAB-TolC, and MexAB-OprM in Gram-negative isolates from COVID-19 patients. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as carbapenems, cephalosporins, fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, fosfomycin, and colistin.
Whole-Genome Sequencing Snapshot of Clinically Relevant Carbapenem-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria from Wastewater in Serbia.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in carbapenem-resistant Gram-negative bacteria from wastewater in Serbia, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant isolates with resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, and colistin.
Quinolone-resistant Escherichia coli at the interface between humans, poultry and their shared environment- a potential public health risk.
The study identified qnrS1, qnrB19, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and mcr-1.1 as significant quinolone and colistin resistance genes in E. coli isolates from humans, poultry, and the environment in Abuja, Nigeria. Additionally, specific mutations in gyrA, parC, parE, and pmrB were linked to quinolone and colistin resistance.
Bacterial profile, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular detection of ESBL and quinolone resistance gene of uropathogens causing urinary tract infection in the southeastern part of Bangladesh.
The study identified ESBL genes bla CTX-M-15 and bla TEM, as well as quinolone resistance genes qnr S, aac-6'-Ib-cr, and gyr A in uropathogens causing urinary tract infections in Bangladesh.
Epidemiological characteristics, virulence potential, antimicrobial resistance profiles, and phylogenetic analysis of Aeromonas caviae isolated from extra-intestinal infections.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Aeromonas caviae isolates from extra-intestinal infections, including blaMOX, blaPER-3, blaOXA, blaNDM, blaCphA, qnrS2, qnrVC, aac(6')-Ib-cr, tet(A), tet(E), tet(31), dfrA1, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA15b, floR, catB3, catII, and catI, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as cephalosporins, carbapenems, fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines, trimethoprim, and chloramphenicol.
Integrative omics identifies conserved and pathogen-specific responses of sepsis-causing bacteria.
The study identified various AMR genes in sepsis-causing bacteria, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, tetracycline resistance genes, and others, highlighting the complexity of AMR in these pathogens.
Comparison of Phenotype and Genotype Virulence and Antimicrobial Factors of Salmonella Typhimurium Isolated from Human Milk.
The study identified several antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella Typhimurium 69M, including aac(6')-Ib-cr, acrAB, acrEF, mdtABC, and macA, which are associated with resistance to various antibiotics. Additionally, mutations in rfbP were found to affect the O-antigen synthesis and may influence bacterial virulence.
Prevalence and Characterization of Salmonella Isolated from Chickens in Anhui, China.
The study identified several AMR genes in Salmonella isolates from chickens in Anhui, China, including blaTEM, blaCMY-2, aadA, strA, aph(3')-IIa, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB, qnrS, sul1, sul2, tetA, tetB, cat1, and floR. These genes were associated with resistance to various antibiotics such as ampicillin, cephalosporins, streptomycin, gentamicin, amikacin, fluoroquinolones, sulfamethoxazole, tetracycline, chloramphenicol, and florfenicol.
Detection of antibiotic-resistant canine origin Escherichia coli and the synergistic effect of magnolol in reducing the resistance of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli.
The study identified multiple antibiotic resistance genes in canine-derived E. coli, including blaTEM-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, TetA, Sul, blaCTX-M-1, QnrS, and TetM. It also demonstrated that magnolol enhances the susceptibility of multidrug-resistant E. coli to cefquinome.
The temporal dynamics of antimicrobial-resistant Salmonella enterica and predominant serovars in China.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella enterica isolates from China, highlighting the increasing prevalence of resistance to beta-lactams, quinolones, tetracyclines, and sulfonamides. Key genes include blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-14, aac(3)-IV, and mcr-1.
Phylogenomics of Globally Spread Clonal Groups 14 and 15 of Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study characterizes various AMR genes and mutations in K. pneumoniae clonal groups 14 and 15, highlighting the prevalence of bla CTX-M-15, bla OXA-232, bla NDM-1, and other beta-lactamases, along with quinolone resistance mechanisms.
Occurrence of High-Risk Clonal Lineages ST58, ST69, ST224, and ST410 among Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated from Healthy Free-Range Chickens (Gallus gallus domesticus) in a Rural Region in Tunisia.
The study identified high-risk clonal lineages ST58, ST69, ST224, and ST410 among ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from free-range chickens in Tunisia. Key AMR genes included bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS, qnrB, tetB, tetA, sul1, sul2, and mcr-2.
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.
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.
Clinical and Bacterial Characteristics Associated with Glove and Gown Contamination by Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in the Health Care Setting.
The study identified various carbapenem resistance genes such as bla KPC, bla KPC-3, bla KPC-2, bla NDM, and bla OXA-232, as well as aminoglycoside resistance genes like aph(6)-Id, aph(3″)-Ib, and others. It also found sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), beta-lactam resistance genes (bla TEM, bla OXA), and quinolone resistance genes (qnrS1).
Blab(TEM)-positive Salmonella enterica serovars Agona and Derby are prevalent among food-producing animals in Chongqing, China.
Uropathogenic Escherichia coli population structure and antimicrobial susceptibility in Norfolk, UK.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15, bla OXA-1, and aac(6')-Ib-cr5 as key resistance genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from Norfolk, UK. These genes were associated with resistance to cefalexin, ampicillin, and gentamicin/ciprofloxacin, respectively.
Antimicrobial resistance in bacteria isolated from peridomestic Rattus species: A scoping literature review.
This scoping review identifies various antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in bacteria isolated from peridomestic Rattus species, including beta-lactamases (bla TEM, bla CTX-M, bla SHV, bla VIM, bla IMP, bla NDM-1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (strA, strB, aadA, aphA), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetB, tet34), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA17, dfr14), quinolone resistance genes (qnrB1), and others.
Modulation of Klebsiella pneumoniae Outer Membrane Vesicle Protein Cargo under Antibiotic Treatment.
The study identified several AMR genes in the XDR K. pneumoniae strain HCD1, including beta-lactamases (blaTEM-1, blaKPC-2, blaCTX-M-15), an aminoglycoside modifying enzyme (aac(6')-Ib-cr), and other resistance determinants, highlighting the role of outer membrane vesicles in resistance dissemination.
Urinary Plasmids Reduce Permissivity to Coliphage Infection.
Urinary E. coli plasmids reduce permissivity to coliphage infection. Specific plasmid-encoded genes such as bla TEM-1B, aadA5, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, tet(B), sul2, dfrA17, mph(A), qacE, catB3, traT, and senB contribute to antibiotic resistance and phage resistance.
Case report: A successfully treated case of community-acquired urinary tract infection due to Klebsiella aerogenes in Bangladesh.
The study identifies several AMR genes in a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella aerogenes strain, including genes conferring resistance to aminoglycosides, beta-lactams, fluoroquinolones, and others. The strain was found to be susceptible to carbapenems and polymyxins.
Investigation of multidrug-resistant plasmids from carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae clinical isolates from Pakistan.
The study identified 34 antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in multidrug-resistant (MDR) plasmids from carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae clinical isolates in Pakistan, including bla NDM-1, bla OXA-48, and various beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside resistance genes, and others.
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.
Various arrangements of mobile genetic elements among CC147 subpopulations of Klebsiella pneumoniae harboring bla(NDM-1): a comparative genomic analysis of carbapenem resistant strains.
The study identified bla(NDM-1), bla(OXA-48), qnrS1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, armA, bla(CTX-M-15), sul1, dfrA, aadA5, and qnrB1 as key resistance genes in CC147 subpopulations of Klebsiella pneumoniae. Additionally, a mutation in ompK36 was found to contribute to decreased susceptibility to antibiotics.
High Levels of Antibiotic Resistance in MDR-Strong Biofilm-Forming Salmonella Typhimurium ST34 in Southern China.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in Salmonella Typhimurium ST34, including gyrA, parC, oqxAB, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB, bla TEM, bla CTX-M, bla OXA, mcr-1, and bla NDM-5, highlighting the high levels of antibiotic resistance and biofilm formation in this strain.
Isolation and Characterization of Carbapenem-Resistant Escherichia coli Carrying bla(NDM) and mcr-1 from Recurrent Urinary Tract Infection Patient.
The study identifies carbapenem-resistant E. coli isolates carrying bla NDM-1, bla NDM-5, mcr-1, and other resistance genes, highlighting their multidrug-resistant nature and the need for monitoring.
Genomic characterization of colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from intensive care unit patients in Egypt.
The study identifies mcr-1.1 as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene and characterizes several chromosomal mutations in mgrB, arnT, pmrA, pmrB, pmrC, phoQ, and arnB that contribute to colistin resistance in K. pneumoniae isolates from Egypt.
Co-integrate Col3m bla (NDM-1)-harboring plasmids in clinical Providencia rettgeri isolates from Argentina.
The study characterizes bla NDM-1-harboring plasmids in clinical Providencia rettgeri isolates from Argentina, highlighting the presence of various resistance genes such as bla NDM-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr5, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-VI, bla PER-2, qnr D1, sul1, sul2, arr3, catB3, floR, mph(E), msr(E), and tet(A).
Polyclonal Multidrug ESBL-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae and Emergence of Susceptible Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae ST23 Isolates in Mozambique.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Klebsiella isolates, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1, bla SHV, and bla OXA-1, which confer resistance to beta-lactams. Other genes like aac(3)-IIa, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB1, qnrB6, catA1, catA2, catB3, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA27, sul1, sul2, mph(A), tet(A), tet(D), fosA, ARR-3, and oqxAB were also found, contributing to resistance against aminoglycosides, quinolones, chloramphenicol, trimethoprim, sulfamethoxazole, macrolides, tetracycline, fosfomycin, rifampicin, and quinolones respectively. Mutations in ompK36, ompK37, and acrR were associated with resistance to cephalosporins and fluoroquinolones, while mutations in RamR were linked to tigecycline resistance.
Probiotics Modulate Host Immune Response and Interact with the Gut Microbiota: Shaping Their Composition and Mediating Antibiotic Resistance.
The study identifies tetracycline resistance genes (tetM, tetL) and a fluoroquinolone resistance gene (parC) in probiotic strains, highlighting the potential for probiotics to mediate antibiotic resistance.
Uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC)-Associated Urinary Tract Infections: The Molecular Basis for Challenges to Effective Treatment.
This review discusses the molecular basis of challenges to effective treatment of UPEC-associated urinary tract infections, focusing on virulence factors and antibiotic resistance mechanisms.
The scope of antimicrobial resistance in residential aged care facilities determined through analysis of Escherichia coli and the total wastewater resistome.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from residential aged care facilities, including blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-27, blaCTX-M-62, blaOXA-1, blaOXA-181, blaTEM-1, qnrS, aac(6')-Ib-cr, sul1, sul2, and dfrA1, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as cephalosporins, fluoroquinolones, and sulfonamides.
Genomic Analysis of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Strains Isolated in Tamaulipas, Mexico.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in multidrug-resistant E. coli strains isolated from human clinical, animal, and environmental sources in Tamaulipas, Mexico. These genes include beta-lactamases (bla CTX-M-15, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1B, bla CMY-2), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, aac3-IIa), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul2, sul3), phenicol resistance gene (catB3), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B)), quaternary ammonium resistance genes (qacE, qacL), macrolide resistance genes (mdfA, mphA), and quinolone resistance gene (qnrB).
Comparative Genomic Analysis Reveals the Emergence of ST-231 and ST-395 Klebsiella pneumoniae Strains Associated with the High Transmissibility of bla(KPC) Plasmids.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including blaOXA-232, blaCTX-M-15, dfrA14, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and others, in K. pneumoniae isolates, highlighting the role of integrons and plasmids in the dissemination of resistance.
Characterization of Salmonella enterica serovar Isangi from South Africa, 2020-2021.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Salmonella Isangi isolates, including ESBL genes like bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-22, bla CTX-M-3, and others, as well as plasmid-mediated AmpC genes like bla DHA-1 and bla NDM-1. Resistance to multiple antibiotics was observed, highlighting the need for continued monitoring of AMR in this serovar.
Resistome and virulome of high-risk pandemic clones of multidrug-resistant extra-intestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli (ExPEC) isolated from tertiary healthcare settings in Uganda.
The study identified various AMR genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates, including blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1B, blaOXA-1, and others, which confer resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, macrolides, and quinolones. Additionally, chromosomal mutations in gyrA and parC were found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
First Report of aac(6′)-Ib and aac(6′)-Ib-cr Variant Genes Associated with Mutations in gyrA Encoded Fluoroquinolone Resistance in Avian Campylobacter coli Strains Collected in Tunisia.
The study reports the first detection of aac(6′)-Ib and aac(6′)-Ib-cr variant genes in Campylobacter coli strains from Tunisia, along with the Thr-86-Ile mutation in gyrA associated with 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.
Genomic characterization of tigecycline-resistant Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from hospital sewage.
The study identifies tet(X4) and tmexCD1-toprJ1 as key genes contributing to tigecycline resistance in E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates from hospital sewage, highlighting the role of plasmid-mediated resistance and efflux pump overexpression.
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.
Within-host genetic diversity of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Enterobacterales in long-term colonized patients.
The study characterizes various AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, bla OXA-1, qnrB1, qnrS1, aph(6)-Id, aph(3”)-Ib, aac(3)-IIa, ant(3”)-Ia, dfrA14, dfrA1, aac(6’)-Ib-cr, tet(A), tet(D), sul2, sul1, fosA6, fosA_5, fosA_3, bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-14b, bla CTX-M-8, bla CMY-2, bla TEM-190, aac(3)-IVa, aph(4)-Ia, and catB3_2, in ESBL-producing Enterobacterales isolates from long-term colonized patients.
Early-Onset Infection Caused by Escherichia coli Sequence Type 1193 in Late Preterm and Full-Term Neonates.
The study identifies several AMR genes in E. coli ST1193 strains causing early-onset sepsis in neonates, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, mph(A), aac(6')-Ib-cr, dfrA17, aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IIa, aph(3”)-Ib, sul2, catB3, sitABCD, tet(B), and blaTEM-1B, which confer resistance to various antibiotics.
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.
Genotypic Characterization of Uropathogenic Escherichia coli from Companion Animals: Predominance of ST372 in Dogs and Human-Related ST73 in Cats.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in uropathogenic E. coli isolates from companion animals, including blaTEM-1B, sul2, tet(A), qnrS1, aac(6')-Ib-c, qnrS2, qnrB19, qnrB4, CTX-M-15, CTX-M-27, CMY-2, DHA-1, blaEC, blaEC-6, and mcr-4.6. Mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N) and parC (S80I) were also found to confer fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genomic Characterization of Two NDM-5-Producing Isolates of Klebsiella pneumoniae ST11 from a Single Patient.
The study identified two NDM-5-producing K. pneumoniae ST11 isolates from a single patient, highlighting the presence of multiple acquired antimicrobial resistance genes, including blaNDM-5, blaCTX-M-15, and rmtB, along with other resistance determinants.
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.
Distribution of bacterial community structures and spread of antibiotic resistome at industrially polluted sites of Mini River, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
The study identified the presence of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) such as sul1, sul2, blaTEM, and aac(6')-Ib-Cr in the Mini River, highlighting the spread of antibiotic resistance in industrially polluted sites.
Klebsiella pneumoniae ST147 harboring bla(NDM-1), multidrug resistance and hypervirulence plasmids.
The study identifies the blaNDM-1 gene and various other resistance genes in multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST147 strains, highlighting their role in carbapenem resistance and hypervirulence.
Anthropogenic contamination sources drive differences in antimicrobial-resistant Escherichia coli in three urban lakes.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in E. coli isolates from three urban lakes, highlighting the impact of anthropogenic contamination on AMR patterns. Key findings include the presence of bla CTX-M, bla TEM, bla CMY, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and mutations in gyrA and parC conferring resistance to multiple antibiotics.
Fate of fluoroquinolones in field soil environment after incorporation of poultry litter from a farm with enrofloxacin administration via drinking water.
The study identified the presence of fluoroquinolone resistance genes in poultry litter and soil samples after the incorporation of poultry litter from a farm where enrofloxacin was administered via drinking water.
Gut diversity and the resistome as biomarkers of febrile neutropenia outcome in paediatric oncology patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
The study identifies several antibiotic-resistance genes associated with febrile neutropenia in pediatric oncology patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, including msr(C), dfrG, erm(T), VanHAX, aac(6')-Ib, aph(3')-III, ant(6)-Ia, and aac(6')-Ii.
Emergence of carbapenem resistant gram-negative pathogens with high rate of colistin resistance in Egypt: A cross sectional study to assess resistance trends during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The study identified high prevalence of carbapenem resistance in Gram-negative pathogens in Egypt, with bla NDM and bla OXA-48-like being the most prevalent carbapenemase genes. Plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance genes qnrS and qnrB were also detected. Additionally, several aminoglycoside resistance genes and integron-associated gene cassettes were characterized.
Global transmission of extended-spectrum cephalosporin resistance in Escherichia coli driven by epidemic plasmids.
The study identifies several epidemic plasmid subtypes carrying extended-spectrum cephalosporin resistance (ESC-R) genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and bla CMY-2, which are responsible for the global dissemination of ESC-R in Escherichia coli.
Tracking antimicrobial resistance transmission in urban and rural communities in Bangladesh: a One Health study of genomic diversity of ESBL-producing and carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli.
The study identified various beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1b, bla OXA-1, and carbapenem resistance genes like bla NDM-5, bla NDM-7, and bla NDM-1, in ESBL-producing and carbapenem-resistant E. coli isolates from Bangladesh.
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.
Antimicrobial resistance and population genomics of emerging multidrug-resistant Salmonella 4,[5],12:i:- in Guangdong, China.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in Salmonella 4,[5],12:i:- isolates from Guangdong, China, including gyrA mutations, PMQR genes, and various beta-lactamase genes, contributing to multidrug resistance.
Harvesting and amplifying gene cassettes confers cross-resistance to critically important antibiotics.
The study identifies aac(6')-Ib-cr and blaOXA-1 as key determinants of amikacin and piperacillin/tazobactam resistance, respectively, in E. coli. Increased gene copy number and promoter mutations enhance resistance.
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.
Emergence of Plasmid-Mediated Quinolone Resistance (PMQR) Genes in Campylobacter coli in Tunisia and Detection of New Sequence Type ST13450.
This study reports the first occurrence of plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance (PMQR) genes in Campylobacter coli isolates in Tunisia and globally. The PMQR genes qnrB, qnrS, qepA, and aac(6')-Ib-cr were detected in a significant proportion of isolates, highlighting the emergence of these resistance mechanisms in C. coli.
Whole-Genome Analysis of Extensively Drug-Resistant Enterobacter hormaechei Isolated from a Patient with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
The study identifies an extensively drug-resistant Enterobacter hormaechei ST90 clone carrying multiple resistance genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla GES-2, bla TEM-1A, bla OXA-1, bla NDM-1, and bla ACT-15, along with genes encoding resistance to aminoglycosides, quinolones, sulfonamides, chloramphenicol, fosfomycin, and other antibiotics.
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.
Characterization of a Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium lineage with rough colony morphology and multidrug resistance.
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium lineage with a rough colony morphology, carrying multiple AMR genes including aminoglycoside, beta-lactam, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, tetracycline, and quinolone resistance genes. A specific mutation (-44G > T) in the csgD promoter was found to upregulate biofilm-related genes.
Genomic analysis of carbapenem- and colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae complex harbouring mcr-8 and mcr-9 from individuals in Thailand.
The study identifies mcr-8 and mcr-9 genes in carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae complex isolates from Thailand, highlighting their role in colistin resistance. It also characterizes additional AMR genes such as bla NDM-1, bla IMP-14, and various other resistance determinants.
Antimicrobial resistance profiles and genome characteristics of Klebsiella isolated from the faeces of neonates in the neonatal intensive care unit.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Klebsiella isolates from neonates in the NICU, including bla NDM-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla SHV-67, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA16, aph(3'')-Ib, and others. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics such as carbapenems, cephalosporins, aminoglycosides, and fluoroquinolones. Additionally, the study found a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae strain carrying several resistance genes and plasmids.
Antibiotic Resistance Genes and Plasmid Characteristics in Enterobacteriaceae Isolated from Fresh Produce
The study identified several antibiotic resistance genes on plasmids and chromosomes of Enterobacteriaceae strains isolated from fresh produce, highlighting the diversity of resistance mechanisms and the potential for horizontal gene transfer.
Genomic Characteristics of a Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Co-Carrying bla (NDM-5) and bla (KPC-2) Capsular Type KL25 Recovered from a County Level Hospital in China.
The study reports the genomic characteristics of a multidrug-resistant ST11 Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate SM117 with capsular serotype KL25, co-carrying bla NDM-5, two copies of bla KPC-2, and multiple plasmid-borne virulence genes. The isolate shows resistance to all antibiotics except polymyxin.
Genomic Characterization of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing and Third-Generation Cephalosporin-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolated from Stools of Primary Healthcare Patients in Ethiopia.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in E. coli isolates, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, tet(A), qnrS1, and others, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance in the region.
Whole-genome sequencing of Klebsiella pneumoniae MDR circulating in a pediatric hospital setting: a comprehensive genome analysis of isolates from Guayaquil, Ecuador.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in K. pneumoniae isolates from Ecuador, including bla KPC-3, bla OXA-9, aadA1, aac(6')-Ib-AKT, and mutations in ompK35, ompK36, ompK37, gyrA, parC, and acrR, contributing to resistance against beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, and other antibiotics.
Analyzing Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria from Wastewater in Pakistan Using Whole-Genome Sequencing.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in wastewater isolates from Pakistan, highlighting the presence of carbapenemases like blaNDM-5 and blaOXA-1, as well as quinolone resistance determinants such as gyrA and parC mutations. These findings emphasize the role of wastewater as a reservoir for clinically relevant AMR genes.
Genomic Characterization of 16S rRNA Methyltransferase-Producing Enterobacterales Reveals the Emergence of Klebsiella pneumoniae ST6260 Harboring rmtF, rmtB, bla(NDM-5), bla(OXA-232) and bla(SFO-1) Genes in a Cancer Hospital in Bulgaria.
The study identifies the emergence of Klebsiella pneumoniae ST6260 harboring multiple AMR genes, including rmtF, rmtB, bla(NDM-5), bla(OXA-232), and bla(SFO-1), highlighting the complexity of resistance mechanisms in Enterobacterales.
Genomic Characterization of 16S rRNA Methyltransferase-Producing Enterobacterales Reveals the Emergence of Klebsiella pneumoniae ST6260 Harboring rmtF, rmtB, bla(NDM-5), bla(OXA-232) and bla(SFO-1) Genes in a Cancer Hospital in Bulgaria.
The study identifies the emergence of Klebsiella pneumoniae ST6260 harboring multiple AMR genes, including rmtF, rmtB, bla(NDM-5), bla(OXA-232), and bla(SFO-1), highlighting the complexity of resistance mechanisms in Enterobacterales.
Escherichia coli from six European countries reveals differences in profile and distribution of critical antimicrobial resistance determinants within One Health compartments, 2013 to 2020.
The study identified various AMR genes in E. coli isolates from different sources in six European countries, highlighting differences in resistance profiles and the prevalence of specific resistance mechanisms such as beta-lactamases, quinolone resistance genes, and tetracycline resistance genes.
High carriage and possible hidden spread of multidrug-resistant Salmonella among asymptomatic workers in Yulin, China.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including qnrS, oqxA, aac(6')-Ib-cr, blaTEM, blaCTX-M, blaOXA, mcr-1, and mcr-9, in Salmonella isolates from asymptomatic workers in Yulin, China, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains.
Multidrug-resistant ESBL-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae complex in Czech hospitals, wastewaters and surface waters.
The study identified multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae complex isolates carrying various beta-lactamase genes such as bla CTX-M-15, bla GES-51, bla OXA-48, bla NDM-1, and bla KPC-3, along with other resistance genes like oqxA, oqxB, sul2, aph(6)-Id, dfr14, qnrB1, and aac(6')-Ib-cr.
Emergence of mcr-8.1-bearing MDR-hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae ST307.
The study identifies the colistin resistance gene mcr-8.1 in multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST307 isolates from Armenia, highlighting the emergence of this gene in the region.
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.
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.
Pandemic one health clones of Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae producing CTX-M-14, CTX-M-27, CTX-M-55 and CTX-M-65 ESβLs among companion animals in northern Ecuador.
The study identifies CTX-M-55, CTX-M-65, CTX-M-27, and CTX-M-14 ESβL-producing E. coli and K. pneumoniae in companion animals in Ecuador, highlighting their global One Health significance and the need for surveillance programs.
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.
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.
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.
Assessment of Antibiotic Resistance Among Isolates of Klebsiella spp. and Raoultella spp. in Wildlife and Their Environment from Portugal: A Positive Epidemiologic Outcome.
The study identified a single multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing K. pneumoniae isolate from soil samples carrying multiple resistance genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1, bla SHV-28, bla OXA-1, qnr B1, oqx A, oqx B19, aac (6′)-Ibcr, sul 2, dfr A14, tet A, aph (6)-Id, aph (3″)-Ib, acr D, cat B3, and Int I1.
Tracing the evolution: the rise of Salmonella Thompson co-resistant to clinically important antibiotics in China, 1997-2020.
The study identifies the IncC plasmid as a major driver of co-resistance to ciprofloxacin, cefotaxime, and azithromycin in Salmonella Thompson isolates in China, with specific resistance genes including qnrS1, qepA4, blaCMY-2, and mph(A).
Wastewater based genomic surveillance key to population level monitoring of AmpC/ESBL producing Escherichia coli.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in AmpC/ESBL-producing E. coli from wastewater samples in Finland, highlighting the prevalence of blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-27, and other resistance determinants.
Detection of a genetically related carbapenemase-producing Escherichia coli ST167 in clinical and environmental isolates: Evidence for clonal spread of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae in humans and the environment in Iowa, United States.
The study identifies a carbapenemase-producing E. coli strain BO1 carrying bla NDM-5, along with other resistance genes, highlighting the clonal spread of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae between humans and the environment in Iowa.
Whole-genome sequencing-based species classification, multilocus sequence typing, and antibiotic resistance mechanisms of the clinical Aeromonas complex.
The study identified multiple beta-lactamase genes, including bla NDM-1, bla PER-3, and bla OXA-1, along with other resistance genes such as aac(6′)-Ib-cr6, aph(3″)-Ib, and floR, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics in Aeromonas isolates.
Carbapenem-Resistant, Virulence Plasmid-Harboring Klebsiella pneumoniae, United States.
The study identifies six pVir-CRKP isolates from the United States, highlighting their multidrug resistance and enhanced virulence traits. These isolates exhibit resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, cephalosporins, fluoroquinolones, and aminoglycosides, due to the presence of specific AMR genes and mutations.
Genomic insights into extended-spectrum β-lactamase- and plasmid-borne AmpC-producing Escherichia coli transmission between humans and livestock in rural Cambodia.
The study identifies a wide range of AMR genes, including bla CTX-M, bla TEM, tet(A), sul2, aph(3'')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS1, lnu(F), mph(A), and mcr-1.1, in ESC-Ec strains from humans and livestock in rural Cambodia, highlighting the transmission of these genes between hosts.
Whole-Genome Sequencing of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolated from Human Bloodstream Infections.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae isolates, including blaCTX-M-15, blaKPC-3, and others conferring resistance to β-lactams, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, and chloramphenicol.
Isolation, Identification, and Characteristics of Aeromonas salmonicida subsp. masoucida from Diseased Starry Flounder (Platichthys stellatus).
The study identified 11 antimicrobial resistance genes in Aeromonas salmonicida subsp. masoucida strains isolated from diseased starry flounders, including genes conferring resistance to beta-lactams, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, chloramphenicol, and biocides.
Genomic analyses reveal presence of extensively drug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovars isolated from clinical samples in Guizhou province, China, 2019-2023.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in XDR Salmonella isolates from Guizhou, China, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-55, qnrS1, oqxA, aac(6')-Ib-cr, tetA, mcr-1.1, and bla NDM-1, as well as mutations in gyrA and parC associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
AmrProfiler: A Comprehensive Tool for Antimicrobial Resistance Gene Detection and Analysis
AmrProfiler identifies a wide range of AMR genes and mutations across multiple bacterial species, demonstrating high accuracy and broader species coverage compared to existing tools.
Drug resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae from patients and hospital effluent: a correlation?
The study identified multiple antibiotic resistance genes in clinical Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates, including bla TEM, bla SHV, bla CTX-M, and bla OXA families, as well as aminoglycoside, fluoroquinolone, and sulfonamide resistance genes. Effluent isolates showed fewer resistance genes and lower resistance levels compared to clinical isolates.
Antimicrobial Resistance in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Review of Environmental, Food, and Clinical Impacts
The study identifies several AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-15, floR, and various tetracycline and sulfonamide resistance genes, highlighting the spread of multidrug-resistant bacteria in Nigeria's environment, food supply chain, and clinical settings.
Molecular characterization of multidrug-resistant E. coli recovered from diarrheagenic children under 5 years from Mukuru Informal Settlement, Nairobi, Kenya, based on whole-genome sequencing analysis.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from diarrheagenic children in Nairobi, Kenya, highlighting the presence of blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-15, qnrS1, qnrB4, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and other resistance mechanisms.
Rapid whole genome sequencing for AMR surveillance in low- and middle-income countries: Oxford Nanopore Technology reveals multidrug-resistant Enterobacter cloacae complex from dairy farms in Sri Lanka.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in multidrug-resistant Enterobacter isolates from dairy farms in Sri Lanka, including blaCMH-1, blaACT-25, blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaTEM-1, blaNDM-4, and blaNDM-15, highlighting the presence of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales and the need for improved AMR surveillance in low-resource settings.
Rapid whole genome sequencing for AMR surveillance in low- and middle-income countries: Oxford Nanopore Technology reveals multidrug-resistant Enterobacter cloacae complex from dairy farms in Sri Lanka.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in multidrug-resistant Enterobacter isolates from dairy farms in Sri Lanka, including blaCMH-1, blaACT-25, blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaTEM-1, blaNDM-4, and blaNDM-15, highlighting the presence of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales and the need for improved AMR surveillance in low-resource settings.
Escherichia coli causing bloodstream infections in Mexican paediatric patients: molecular typing, antimicrobial resistance, virulence factors, and clinical features.
The study identified CTX-M-type ESBLs as the main mediators of resistance to 3GCs and 4GCs in E. coli isolates causing bloodstream infections in Mexican paediatric patients. The aac(6')-Ib-cr gene was also detected, contributing to aminoglycoside resistance.
Phenotypic and Genotypic Characterization of ESBL-, AmpC-, and Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae and High-Risk Escherichia coli CC131, with the First Report of ST1193 as a Causative Agent of Urinary Tract Infections in Human Patients in Algeria.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, blaNDM, blaOXA-48, blaCTX-M-27, and blaCMY-59, in multidrug-resistant E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates from Algeria. These genes contribute to resistance against various antibiotics, highlighting the need for enhanced surveillance and infection control measures.
OXA-204 Carbapenemase in Clinical Isolate of Pseudomonas guariconensis, Tunisia.
The study reports the isolation of a Pseudomonas guariconensis clinical isolate producing OXA-204 carbapenemase, highlighting the spread of OXA-48-like genes beyond Enterobacterales. The isolate exhibited resistance to multiple antibiotics due to the presence of various resistance genes, including blaOXA-204, blaCMY-16, blaDHA-1, and others.
Clonal dissemination and persistence of Carbapenem-resistant bla (KPC-2) harbouring Klebsiella pneumoniae ST307 in a Tertiary Hospital in the Republic of Korea.
Integrated genomic-epigenomic-transcriptomic analyses reveal adaptive mechanisms of colistin and carbapenem resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae and Enterobacter isolates
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations associated with colistin and carbapenem resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae and Enterobacter isolates, including beta-lactamases, fosfomycin resistance genes, and efflux pumps. Mutations in ompK35 were found to contribute to carbapenem resistance.
Variants of β-lactamase-encoding genes are disseminated by multiple genetically distinct lineages of bloodstream Escherichia coli.
The study identified multiple β-lactamase genes, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-15, and bla OXA-1, along with other AMR genes such as aadA5, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, mphA, sul1, sul2, tetA, dfrA17, and aac(6')-Ib-cr5, which confer resistance to various antimicrobial classes in bloodstream E. coli isolates.
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.
Whole-Genome Sequencing and Bioinformatics Analysis of ESBL-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae in a Ghanaian teaching hospital.
The study identified multiple beta-lactamase genes, including bla SHV, bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, and bla OXA-1, as well as a variety of other resistance genes such as aac(3)-IIa, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aadA1, qnrB1, qnrB4, qnrB2, qnrB19, sul2, sul1, dfrA14, dfrA15, OqxA, OqxB, fosA, qacE, tetA, and tetD. Mutations in ompK36 and ompK37 were also found to contribute to reduced susceptibility to cephalosporins and carbapenems.
Implications of gene expression heterogeneity in the interplay between acquired resistance and bacterial metabolism.
The study identifies and characterizes various AMR genes, including aac(6')-Ib-cr, bla OXA-48, bla KPC-3, qnrB1, and fosA, highlighting their expression heterogeneity influenced by nutrient availability and antimicrobial stress.
Clonal Dissemination of Pandrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST392KL27 in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Mexico.
Efficacy and in vitro activity of gepotidacin against bacterial uropathogens, including subsets with molecularly characterized resistance mechanisms and genotypes/epidemiological clones, in females with uncomplicated urinary tract infections: results from two global, pivotal, phase 3 trials (EAGLE-2 and EAGLE-3).
The study analyzed the in vitro activity of gepotidacin against various uropathogens, including those with molecularly characterized resistance mechanisms. Key AMR genes identified include qnrS1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and several beta-lactamase genes such as blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-27, blaTEM-1, and others. Fluoroquinolone resistance mutations in gyrA and parC were also noted.
Prevalence, antimicrobial susceptibility, and virulence profiles of fluoroquinolone-resistant Escherichia coli isolated from companion animals in Sapporo, Japan.
The study identified several AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and qnrS13, in fluoroquinolone-resistant E. coli isolates from companion animals in Sapporo, Japan. Mutations in gyrA (S83L) and parC (S80I) were also found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Molecular insights into the persistence and co-occurrence of two different carbapenem-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa lineages within a hospital setting.
The study identifies several carbapenem-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa lineages with specific resistance genes, including blaOXA-10, blaVIM-2, and others, highlighting the role of plasmids in the spread of resistance.
Antibiotic resistance and novel Sequence Types of Klebsiella spp. in human, animal, and food sources: a One Health perspective from Northern Nigeria.
The study identified various AMR genes in Klebsiella spp. isolates from human, animal, and food sources, including strB, qnrS1, sul2, tetA, dfrA14, blaTEM-1, and blaSHV-11, which conferred resistance to multiple antibiotics.
Whole-Genome Sequencing Uncovers Chromosomal and Plasmid-Borne Multidrug Resistance and Virulence Genes in Poultry-Associated Escherichia coli from Nigeria.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in a multidrug-resistant E. coli strain from poultry in Nigeria, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaTEM-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA5, aph(3'')-Ib, sul1, sul2, tet(A), mph(A), and dfrA17, highlighting the role of plasmids in the spread of resistance.
Phenotypic and Molecular Study of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolates Expressing Diverse Resistance and Virulence Genes from Broilers in Tunisia.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from broilers in Tunisia, including bla CTX-M-G1, bla TEM, bla SHV, bla OXA-48, bla IMP, mcr-1, aadA-1, aadA-5, aac(6)-Ib-cr, qnrS, and qnrB.
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.
Rapid detection of gram-negative antimicrobial resistance determinants directly from positive blood culture broths using a multiplex PCR system.
The study evaluated the BIOFIRE FILMARRAY Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Panel for rapid detection of AMR genes in gram-negative bacteria from positive blood culture broths. It identified several AMR genes, including beta-lactamases (TEM-1, SHV-1, CTX-M, KPC, NDM, OXA-1, OXA-23), AmpC beta-lactamases (CMY/MOX, DHA), aminoglycoside modifying enzymes (AAC(6′)-Ib-cr), and fluoroquinolone resistance mutations (ParC-S80I, GyrA-S83F/I/L).
Global genomic survey of Salmonella Kentucky: discovery of a chromosomeborne bla(NDM-5) and the emergence of ST314, an MDR clone mediated by the IncR plasmid.
The study discovered a chromosome-borne bla(NDM-5) gene in Salmonella Kentucky and identified the IncR plasmid as a key mediator of antimicrobial resistance in the MDR clone ST314.
Antibiotic resistance in mastitis-causing bacteria: Exploring antibiotic-resistance genes, underlying mechanisms, and their implications for dairy animal and public health.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in Staphylococcus aureus and coagulase-negative staphylococci associated with mastitis, including blaZ, mecA, tetK, tetM, aphA3, aacA-aphD, aadD, ermA, msrA, mphC, lnuB, and vanA, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as β-lactams, tetracyclines, aminoglycosides, macrolides, and glycopeptides.
Emerging threat of antimicrobial resistance determinants and plasmid replicon types acquisition by Escherichia coli of poultry and other food-producing animal origin in China: local findings with global implications.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Escherichia coli from poultry and other food-producing animals in China, highlighting the prevalence of beta-lactamases, tetracycline resistance genes, aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, quinolone resistance genes, and sulfonamide resistance genes.
Multidrug resistant hypervirulent ST307 clone from genomic surveillance of extended spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae species complex in East Africa.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1D, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA16, strB, qnrS1, sul2, sul1, catII.2, tet(A), dfrA14, arr-3, and mphA, in ESBL-KpSC isolates from East Africa, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance.
Multidrug resistant hypervirulent ST307 clone from genomic surveillance of extended spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae species complex in East Africa.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1D, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA16, strB, qnrS1, sul2, sul1, catII.2, tet(A), dfrA14, arr-3, and mphA, in ESBL-KpSC isolates from East Africa, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance.
Genomic insights into novel ST7947 carbapenem-resistant hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae: a threat from an Indian hospital setting.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in the novel ST7947 carbapenem-resistant hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate BB-7, including bla CTX-M-15, bla SHV-28, bla TEM-1, bla OXA-1, bla OXA-232, armA, aadA2, baeR, tetD, adeF, emrR, AAC(6')-Ib-cr6, catI, sul1, mphE, msrE, dfrA1, oqxA, and fosA, as well as mutations in GyrA, ParC, OmpA, OmpK37, and ArnT that confer resistance to multiple antibiotics.
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.
Genomic epidemiology of antimicrobial resistance in Proteus mirabilis: core genome and plasmid-mediated drivers.
The study identified 197 AMR gene subtypes in Proteus mirabilis, including beta-lactamases (bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla NDM-1), aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes (aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3'')-Ib), and other resistance determinants. Plasmids, particularly IncC plasmids, were found to be major carriers of these genes, contributing to the spread of multidrug resistance.
Multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria in Spanish ICU patients: clinical and microbiological characterization (MURAN-UCI Project).
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria, including bla VIM-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla OXA-48, and mutations in oprD, mexR, and nalD, contributing to resistance against various antibiotics.
Infective endocarditis caused by Escherichia coli O25b:H4-B2-ST131: A case report providing genotypic, phenotypic, and phylogenetic insights.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in an E. coli O25b:H4-B2-ST131 strain causing infective endocarditis, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aac(3)-IIa, tet(A), and catB3, which confer resistance to various antibiotics.
Bloodstream infection with NDM-1/5 Enterobacter cloacae complex in China: diverse STs, multi-virulence systems and carbapenem resistance.
The study identifies blaNDM-1 and blaNDM-5 as the primary carbapenemases in CRECC isolates, along with additional resistance genes such as aac(6')-Ib-cr, aac(3)-II, qnrB1, qnrA1, sul1, and mcr-9.
Molecular genetics of aminoglycoside resistance genes and familial relationships of the aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes.
Complex class 1 integrons with diverse variable regions, including aac(6')-Ib-cr, and a novel allele, qnrB10, associated with ISCR1 in clinical enterobacterial isolates from Argentina.
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