Genomic insights into ESBL-producing Escherichia coli isolated from non-human primates in the Peruvian Amazon.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Enterobacteriaceae are on the WHO priority pathogens list because they are associated with high mortality, health-care burden, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a serious problem that threatens global public health and should be addressed through the One Health approach. Non-human primates (NHP) have a high risk of acquiring these antibiotic-resistant bacteria due to their close phylogenetic relationship with humans and increased anthropogenic activities in their natural environments. This study aimed to detect and analyze the genomes of ESBL-producing Escherichia coli (ESBL-producing E. coli) in NHP from the Peruvian Amazon.

Materials and methods

We collected a total of 119 fecal samples f

SUBMITTER: Bazalar-Gonzales J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10825005 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature