Livestock-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus epidemiology, genetic diversity, and clinical characteristics in an urban region.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

While Livestock-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (LA-MRSA), defined as CC398, is a well-known pathogen among those working with livestock, there are indications that LA-MRSA prevalence among the general population is increasing. However, the clinical impact in urban areas remains unknown. The aim of this study was to assess the genetic epidemiology and clinical characteristics of LA-MRSA in an urban area with a limited livestock population.

Methods

In this retrospective study, we evaluated LA-MRSA strains that were collected between 2014 and 2018 from patients who received clinical care in a single urban area in Netherlands. Patient files were assessed for livestock exposure data, clinical findings, and contact tracing information. Nex

SUBMITTER: Konstantinovski MM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9795226 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature