Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Producing Escherichia coli in Pet Cats and Dogs in Central Peninsular Malaysia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Epidemiological study of pets in Malaysia as reservoirs for antimicrobial resistant bacteria is unknown.

Objectives

This study aims to determine the extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producing Escherichia coli from rectal swabs pet cats and dogs in the central region of Peninsular Malaysia.

Materials and methods

A cross-sectional study on physically healthy pet cats and dogs was conducted in the Klang Valley between 2019 and 2020. Rectal swabs were collected for ESBL-producing E. coli identification and detection. A questionnaire was used to collect pet data, and univariable and multivariable analysis was conducted to determine risk factors ESBL-producing E. coli detection.

Results

A total of 160 rectal swabs were collected from physically heal

SUBMITTER: Dzulkifli KA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12163349 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature