Characteristics and antibiotic resistance patterns of urinary tract isolates in hospitalized and non-hospitalized patients: a cross-sectional study in Khartoum, Sudan.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are widespread worldwide impacting society, economics, and healthcare systems. The rise of antibiotic resistance in both hospital and community settings has further complicated UTI management. This study aims to assess the epidemiologic distribution and microbiologic classification of UTI-causing microorganisms, as well as their resistance patterns.

Methods

This cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted at the National Public Health Laboratories in Khartoum, Sudan. Urine samples were collected from three hospitals from September to December 2021, and 65 bacterial isolates were recovered from patients with clinical symptoms of UTI. Bacterial identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing were performed using standard b

SUBMITTER: El-Arifi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11603875 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature