scholarly journals High Prevalence of Multi-Drug Resistance and Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase Production in Non-Fermenting Gram-Negative Bacilli in Ethiopia

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
pp. 117863371988495 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adane Bitew
Keyword(s):  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Bacterial Species ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Clinical Samples ◽  
Beta Lactamase ◽  
Drug Resistant ◽  
Acinetobacter Species ◽  
Gram Negative ◽  
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase ◽  
Extended Spectrum

Background: Emergence of resistance to multiple antimicrobial agents in Non-Fermenting Gram-Negative Bacilli is a major problem to public health, as it limits drug treatment options against infections. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of multi-drug resistance and extended spectrum beta lactamase production in Non-Fermenting Gram-Negative Bacilli. Materials and methods: Different clinical samples were collected and processed following standard procedures. Each sample was then inoculated onto culture media. Identification, drug susceptibility testing, and extended spectrum beta lactamase production of the isolates were carried out by using the VITEK 2 compact system. Results: Among 996 clinical samples, 135 samples yielded Non-Fermenting Gram-Negative Bacilli of which Pseudomonas and Acinetobacter species were the commonest isolates. The overall drug resistance rates of Non-Fermenting Gram-Negative Bacilli were above 80% against ampicillin (89.6%), cefuroxime axetil (88.9%), nitrofurantoin (85.9%), cefalotin (84.4%), cefoxitin (83.7%), cefazolin (83.0%), and cefuroxime (83.0%). Tobramycin with a resistance rate of 19.3% was the most active antimicrobial agent. Out of 135 isolates, 81.5% were multi-drug resistant of which 13.3% were extensively drug resistant and 10.4% were pandrug resistant. Extended spectrum beta lactamase production was detected in 48.9% of the isolates. Conclusions: The spectrum of bacterial species isolated was diverse. The isolates demonstrated high level of drug resistance in different classes of antibiotics. The magnitude of multi-drug resistance and the level of extended spectrum beta lactamase production were high. Hence, further studies on multi-drug resistant and extended spectrum beta lactamase producing Non-Fermenting Gram-Negative Bacilli both in the community and in hospital setting are essential.

scholarly journals Multidrug resistance and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producing Gram-negative bacteria from three Referral Hospitals of Amhara region, Ethiopia

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Feleke Moges ◽  
Mucheye Gizachew ◽  
Mulat Dagnew ◽  
Azanaw Amare ◽  
Bekele Sharew ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Clinical Samples ◽  
Gram Negative Bacteria ◽  
Beta Lactamase ◽  
Amhara Region ◽  
Gram Negative ◽  
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase ◽  
E Coli ◽  
Extended Spectrum ◽  
Referral Hospitals

Abstract Background Multidrug resistance (MDR), extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) and carbapenemase-producing Gram-negative bacteria (GNB) has become a public health threat worldwide. This threat is worse in developing countries where there is high infectious disease burden and spread of antimicrobial resistance co-exist. The aim of the present study was, therefore, to assess MDR, ESBL and carbapenemase producing GNB from patients attending three selected referral hospitals in Amhara region. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted from December 2017- April 2018 at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Dessie Referral Hospital and Debre Markos Referral Hospital of Amhara national regional state. A total of 833 study subjects were recruited using a convenient sampling technique. Clinical samples such as blood, urine, stool, wound, abscess, ear discharge, nasal discharge, cervical discharge and body fluid specimens were aseptically collected. Culturing for identification of bacteria and determination of drug susceptibility testing were done following standard microbiological techniques. Selected MDR isolates were phenotypically assessed for ESBL and carbapenemase production. Results Of the 833 clinical samples cultured for bacterial growth, 141 (16.9%) were positive for GNB. The most common GNB identified were E. coli 46 (32.6%), Klebsiella spp. 38 (26.5%) and Proteus spp. 13 (9.2%). The overall MDR prevalence was 121 (85.8%). Among the total isolates, 137 (97.2%) were resistant to ampicillin followed by cotrimoxazole 115 (81.6%), amoxicillin-clavulanic acid 109 (77.3%), cefixime 99 (70.2%), cefepime 93 (66.0%) and tetracycline 91 (64.5%). The extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producing GNB were 69/124 (55.6%). Of which Klebsiella spp. 19 (15.3%) and E. coli 17 (13.7%) were common ESBL producers. Carbapenemase-producing isolates were 8/51(15.7%). Of which Enterobacter, Klebsiella and E. coli were common carbapenemase producers. Conclusion and recommendation Multi-drug resistance and ESBL producing isolates in the present study were high. E. coli and Klebsiella spp. were the most common ESBL producing GNB. Klebsiella spp., Enterobacter spp., E. coli and Citrobacter spp. were typical carbapenemase-producing isolates. Continuous monitoring, antibiotic stewardship and molecular detection of the gene responsible for drug resistance are important means to reduce the spread of drug-resistant pathogens.

scholarly journals Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Gene Sequences in Gram-Negative Saprophytes on Retail Organic and Nonorganic Spinach

2011 ◽  
Vol 77 (5) ◽  
pp. 1601-1607 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eva Raphael ◽  
Lisa K. Wong ◽  
Lee W. Riley
Keyword(s):  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Resistance Genes ◽  
16S Rrna Gene Sequencing ◽  
Drug Susceptibility Testing ◽  
Rrna Gene ◽  
Beta Lactamase ◽  
Human Pathogens ◽  
Gram Negative ◽  
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase ◽  
Extended Spectrum

ABSTRACTA substantial proportion of infections caused by drug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria (GNB) in community and health care settings are recognized to be caused by evolutionarily related GNB strains. Their global spread has been suggested to occur due to human activities, such as food trade and travel. These multidrug-resistant GNB pathogens often harbor mobile drug resistance genes that are highly conserved in their sequences. Because they appear across different GNB species, these genes may have origins other than human pathogens. We hypothesized that saprophytes in common human food products may serve as a reservoir for such genes. Between July 2007 and April 2008, we examined 25 batches of prepackaged retail spinach for cultivatable GNB population structure by 16S rRNA gene sequencing and for antimicrobial drug susceptibility testing and the presence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) genes. We found 20 recognized GNB species among 165 (71%) of 231 randomly selected colonies cultured from spinach. Twelve strains suspected to express ESBLs based on resistance to cefotaxime and ceftazidime were further examined forblaCTX-MandblaTEMgenes. We found a 712-bp sequence inPseudomonas teessideathat was 100% identical to positions 10 to 722 of an 876-bpblaCTX-M-15gene of anE. colistrain. Additionally, we identified newly recognized ESBLblaRAHN-2sequences fromRahnella aquatilis. These observations demonstrate that saprophytes in common fresh produce can harbor drug resistance genes that are also found in internationally circulating strains of GNB pathogens; such a source may thus serve as a reservoir for drug resistance genes that ultimately enter pathogens to affect human health.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Producing Gram-Negative Bacilli causing Surgical Site Infections in a Tertiary Care Centre

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Bindu Madhavi ◽  
A.R. Hanumanthappa
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Surgical Site Infections ◽  
World Health ◽  
Beta Lactamase ◽  
Sensitivity Testing ◽  
Acinetobacter Species ◽  
Gram Negative ◽  
Health Care Settings ◽  
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase ◽  
Extended Spectrum

Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) are continuing to be a major risk in health care settings. World Health Organization (WHO) describes surgical site infections (SSIs) as one among the major health issue, causing enormous burden to both patients as well as doctors. Multidrug-resistant pathogens that cause SSIs continue to be an ongoing and increasing challenge to health care settings. The objective of the present study was to know the prevalence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producing gram-negative bacilli causing SSIs at a tertiary healthcare facility. The present cross-sectional observational study was done for a period of one year. Pus samples from clinically suspected cases of SSIs were collected and subjected to bacterial culture and sensitivity testing. From the total of 140 samples collected, a total of 138 bacterial isolates were isolated. Out of 138 isolates, 85 isolates (61.6%) were identified as gram-negative bacilli of which 33 isolates (38.8%) were identified to be ESBL phenotypes. The majority of the ESBL phenotypes were Escherichia coli (25.9%) followed by Klebsiella pneumoniae (7%), Acinetobacter species (2.4%), Pseudomonas aeruginosa (2.4%) and Proteus species (1.2%). Regular surveillance of antibiotic sensitivity pattern and screening for beta-lactamase production should be done which helps to know the trends of pathogenic bacteria causing SSI and guides in planning antibiotic therapy.

scholarly journals Peningkatan Mutu Penggunaan Antibiotik Bijak Melalui Kesesuaian Temuan Hasil Kultur Dengan Kajian Risiko Pasien Menurut Model Regulasi Antimikroba Sistem Prospektif (Raspro)

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 114-118
Author(s):  
Ronald Irwanto Natadidjaja ◽  
Hadianti Adlani ◽  
Hadi Sumarsono
Keyword(s):  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Beta Lactamase ◽  
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase ◽  
Extended Spectrum ◽  
Diabetes Melitus

Masalah Mutu: Standar 4 Kajian SNARS 2018 menyatakan bahwa rumah sakit wajib memiliki surveilens kepekaan kuman terhadap antibiotik. Hal ini harus menjadi dasar pertimbangan pembuatan Panduan Penggunaan Antibiotik (PPAB). Di sisi lain, timbulnya kuman Multi Drug Resistance (MDR) juga dipengaruhi oleh berbagai faktor. Pemberian antibiotik empirik, selain berdasar pada pola kuman, juga sebaiknya mempertimbangkan berbagai faktor risiko timbulnya kuman MDR. Pilihan Solusi: Regulasi Antimikroba Sistem Prospektif (RASPRO) adalah sebuah model tataguna antimikroba yang disintesis dari berbagai kepustakaan dengan mempertimbangkan berbagai faktor yang dapat menyebabkan timbulnya kuman-kuman MDR pada surveilans kepekaan kuman, sehingga dapat mengarahkan klinisi pada peresepan antibiotik bijak. Implementasi: Kajian risiko yang dibuat dalam RASPRO menentukan bahwa immunocompromised dan/ atau dengan komorbid Diabetes Melitus yang tidak terkontrol atau dengan riwayat konsumsi antibiotik kurang dari 90 hari, dan/ atau riwayat perawatan di rumah sakit lebih dari 48 jam dalam waktu kurang dari 90 hari, dan/ atau riwayat penggunaan instrumen medis kurang dari 90 hari masuk dalam risiko MDR. Pasien-pasien yang tidak termasuk dalam kategori di atas akan masuk ke dalam prediksi infeksi oleh kuman multisensitif. Evaluasi dan Pembelajaran: Pada surveilans kepekaan kuman dengan data sekunder diambil dari sebuah rumah sakit swasta tipe B di Jakarta antara tahun 2016-2018, dengan rumus sampel tunggal, didapatkan 106 sampel kultur dari 86 pasien. Terdapat kesesuaian pada 54 dari 57 hasil kultur yang diambil dari pasien dengan kajian risiko infeksi kuman multisensitif (94,74%). Kesesuaian antara temuan hasil kultur MDR dengan kajian risiko model RASPRO terdapat pada 44 dari 49 kultur (89,80%), dengan 9 kultur menunjukkan Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL). Total kesesuaian hasil kultur dengan kajian risiko empirik model RASPRO mencapai 92,45%. Tingginya persentase kesesuaian temuan kultur kuman penyebab infeksi dengan kajian faktor risiko model RASPRO sepertinya dapat menjadi pertimbangan dalam mengarahkan klinisi dalam pemberian antibiotik empirik spektrum sempit dan luas pada praktek klinis sehari-hari di rumah sakit. Dengan praktik seperti ini kualitas penggunaan antibiotik diharapkan dapat meningkat.

scholarly journals Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase production and multi-drug resistance among Enterobacteriaceae isolated in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dejenie Shiferaw Teklu ◽  
Abebe Aseffa Negeri ◽  
Melese Hailu Legese ◽  
Tesfaye Legesse Bedada ◽  
Hiwot Ketema Woldemariam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Addis Ababa ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Beta Lactamase ◽  
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase ◽  
Extended Spectrum

scholarly journals Antibiotic resistance and detection of plasmid mediated colistin resistance mcr-1 gene among Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from clinical samples

Gut Pathogens ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deepa Karki ◽  
Binod Dhungel ◽  
Srijana Bhandari ◽  
Anil Kunwar ◽  
Prabhu Raj Joshi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Escherichia Coli ◽  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Klebsiella Pneumoniae ◽  
Clinical Samples ◽  
Gram Negative Bacteria ◽  
Beta Lactamase ◽  
Drug Resistant ◽  
Colistin Resistance ◽  
Gram Negative ◽  
E Coli

Abstract Background The prevalence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among Gram-negative bacteria is alarmingly high. Reintroduction of colistin as last resort treatment in the infections caused by drug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria has led to the emergence and spread of colistin resistance. This study was designed to determine the prevalence of drug-resistance among beta-lactamase-producing strains of Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae, isolated from the clinical specimens received at a tertiary care centre of Kathmandu, Nepal during the period of March to August, 2019. Methods A total of 3216 different clinical samples were processed in the Microbiology laboratory of Kathmandu Model Hospital. Gram-negative isolates (E. coli and K. pneumoniae) were processed for antimicrobial susceptibility test (AST) by using modified Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion method. Drug-resistant isolates were further screened for extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL), metallo-beta-lactamase (MBL), carbapenemase and K. pneumoniae carbapenemase (KPC) production tests. All the suspected enzyme producers were processed for phenotypic confirmatory tests. Colistin resistance was determined by minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) using agar dilution method. Colistin resistant strains were further screened for plasmid-mediated mcr-1 gene using conventional polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Results Among the total samples processed, 16.4% (529/3216) samples had bacterial growth. A total of 583 bacterial isolates were recovered from 529 clinical samples. Among the total isolates, 78.0% (455/583) isolates were Gram-negative bacteria. The most predominant isolate among Gram-negatives was E. coli (66.4%; 302/455) and K. pneumoniae isolates were 9% (41/455). In AST, colistin, polymyxin B and tigecycline were the most effective antibiotics. The overall prevalence of multidrug-resistance (MDR) among both of the isolates was 58.0% (199/343). In the ESBL testing, 41.1% (n = 141) isolates were confirmed as ESBL-producers. The prevalence of ESBL-producing E. coli was 43% (130/302) whereas that of K. pneumoniae was 26.8% (11/41). Similarly, 12.5% (43/343) of the total isolates, 10.9% (33/302) of E. coli and 24.3% of (10/41) K. pneumoniae were resistant to carbapenem. Among 43 carbapenem resistant isolates, 30.2% (13/43) and 60.5% (26/43) were KPC and MBL-producers respectively. KPC-producers isolates of E. coli and K. pneumoniae were 33.3% (11/33) and 20% (2/10) respectively. Similarly, 63.6% (21/33) of the E. coli and 50% (5/10) of the K. pneumoniae were MBL-producers. In MIC assay, 2.2% (4/179) of E. coli and 10% (2/20) of K. pneumoniae isolates were confirmed as colistin resistant (MIC ≥ 4 µg/ml). Overall, the prevalence of colistin resistance was 3.1% (6/199) and acquisition of mcr-1 was 16.6% (3/18) among the E. coli isolates. Conclusion High prevalence of drug-resistance in our study is indicative of a deteriorating situation of AMR. Moreover, significant prevalence of resistant enzymes in our study reinforces their roles in the emergence of drug resistance. Resistance to last resort drug (colistin) and the isolation of mcr-1 indicate further urgency in infection management. Therefore, extensive surveillance, formulation and implementation of effective policies, augmentation of diagnostic facilities and incorporation of antibiotic stewardship programs can be some remedies to cope with this global crisis.

scholarly journals Phenotypic and Genotypic Study of Klebsiella species with Reference to Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rakesh Prasad Sah ◽  
Rakesh Kumar Mukhia ◽  
AD Urhekar ◽  
Kshitija Rane
Keyword(s):  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Pcr Analysis ◽  
Beta Lactamase ◽  
Klebsiella Species ◽  
Single Strain ◽  
Antimicrobial Drug Resistance ◽  
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase ◽  
Extended Spectrum ◽  
Esbl Producers

Introduction: Klebsiella species is an important nosocomial pathogen with the emergence of Multi Drug Resistance (MDR). MDR in Klebsiella species is increasing worldwide with the production Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL). The emergence of ESBL is a critical concern in Klebsiella species due to resistance to ceftazidime and other cephalosporins which compromise the efficacy of life saving antibiotics against these infections. Aim: To know the factors responsible for antimicrobial drug resistance in Klebsiella species with respect to ESBL and their responsible genes. Materials and Methods: A prospective and experimental study was carried out over a period of three years (August 2013 to July 2016). Total 200 isolates of Klebsiella species were screened for cefotaxime and ceftazidime. The resistant strains (cefotaxime/ ceftazidime) were subjected to ESBL agar, Phenotypic Confirmatory Disc Diffusion Test (PCDDT) and Modified Three Dimensional Test (M3DT). Genetic analysis by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) was done for the detection of beta-lactamase (bla) genes i.e., blaTEM, blaSHV & blaCTX-M in 58 isolates of Klebsiella species. The data was presented using frequency and percentage. The proportion was compared using Z-test for the proportions. Results: Out of 200 isolates, 135 (67.5%) were found resistant to cefotaxime and 125 (62.5%) were resistant to ceftazidime. Among which 110 (55%), 75 (37.5%) and 95 (47.5%) Klebsiella species were found positive for production of ESBL by ESBL agar, PCDDT and M3DT respectively. PCR analysis in 48 isolates were positive by PCDDT/M3DT or both were also positive for beta- lactamase genes i.e., 43 (89.58%) blaTEM; 44 (91.67%) blaSHV and 48 (100%) blaCTX-M. Ten negative isolates either by PCDDT/M3DT or both were also negative by PCR. Co-existence of (blaTEM+blaSHV +blaCTX-M), (blaTEM+blaSHV), (blaTEM+blaCTX-M) and (blaSHV+blaCTX-M) were found 81.25%, 0%, 8.33% and 10.42%, respectively. Conclusion: The M3DT is the best phenotypic method for the confirmation of ESBL producer in Klebsiella species which is not included by CLSI while inclusion with PCDDT enhances the detection of ESBL producers. Co-existence of all three genes (blaTEM, blaSHV and blaCTX-M) in a single strain is a serious concern for us. So it is important to include M3DT and PCDDT in routine basis for the detection and management of ESBL producers which will help clinician to prescribe proper antibiotics.

scholarly journals Identification and Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing of ESBL producing Klebsiella strains by Phenotypic methods

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-13
Author(s):  
Malik Taqdees ◽  
Asma Naim ◽  
Asma Saeed
Keyword(s):  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Beta Lactamase ◽  
Disk Diffusion Method ◽  
Klebsiella Species ◽  
Gram Negative ◽  
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase ◽  
Extended Spectrum ◽  
Klebsiella Spp ◽  
Esbl Producers

Multi drug resistance has now become a worldwide therapeutic challenge due to the widespread use of broad spectrum antibiotics. Klebsiella species have significant importance in clinical field as they cause various infections in human and are considered as potential pathogens that express antibiotic resistance through their strong enzymatic activity. Extended spectrum beta lactamases (ESBLs) are plasmid mediated enzymes produced mostly because of mutation and few other factors.  These enzymes confer resistance against various β-lactam drugs including cephalosporins and monobactams. Among the genus Klebsiella, ESBLs are highly prevalent in K. pneumoniae followed by K. oxytoca. This study was conducted in Pakistan to assess the distribution of ESBL producers among Klebsiella spp., an important member of the family Enterobacteriaceae. From January 2010 to January 2012, a total of 236 gram-negative isolates were collected from different renowned microbiological laboratories. Out of the 236 gram-negative isolates, 125 were found as Klebsiella spp. by using standard microbiological techniques. Antimicrobial susceptibility profiling of these strains was performed by using Kirby Bauer disk diffusion method. Phenotypic detection of the production of extended spectrum beta lactamase enzyme was performed using double disc synergy method and combination disc method. It has been identified that Klebsiella strains are highly resistant against Amoxicillin, Tetracycline, Nalidixic Acid, Cephradine, Gentamicin, co-amoxyclav with the percentage of 100%, 86%, 86%, 82%, 82% and 80% respectively. The most effective antibiotics for Klebsiella spp. were found to be Amikacin, Meropenem and Piperacillin-tazobactam, with highest sensitivities of 96%, 94% and 91%. Phenotypic detection of Extended spectrum beta lactamase production by double disc synergy test was able to identify 28% ESBL producers among Klebsiella isolates whereas 64% were detected by combination disc test.

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