An increasing trend of neonatal invasive multidrug-resistant group B streptococcus infections in southern China, 2011-2017.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A multidrug-resistant (MDR) RR2 gene cluster was identified by whole-genome sequencing in several highly virulent (ST-17) Group B streptococcus (GBS) isolates, which caused neonatal invasive infections in southern China in 2016. Tracing the transmission and distribution of MDR isolates in this area is important for the effective management of future infections. The aim of this study was to obtain longitudinal data of MDR isolates to monitor epidemiological trends of general common isolates in southern China, and provide evidence for future characterization of antimicrobial resistance mechanisms.

Methods

Clinical information and antimicrobial susceptibility of GBS isolates were acquired from electronic information management system databases of the hospital under s

SUBMITTER: Gao K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6292236 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature