Proportion and antibiogram of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a major public health concern, particularly in resource-limited settings such as Africa. This meta-analysis aimed to determine the proportion of MRSA among S. aureus isolates from patients with confirmed infections and to assess associated antibiotic resistance profiles across the continent.

Methods

A comprehensive literature search was conducted in African Journals Online, African Index Medicus, PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, and Web of Science for studies published between January 1, 2013, and June 5, 2024. Primary studies were included if they reported MRSA proportion or resistance profiles in Africa, employed reliable detection techniques, and analyzed clinical specimens from infected patients. Statistical

SUBMITTER: Azzam A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12849242 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature