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| Allele | Database | Papers | Drug Classes | Organisms | Countries | Years | Sequence Accession | Protein Accession |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DfrA17 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogReslit | 197 | Trimethoprim, TRIMETHOPRIM +2 |
| United States, India|Mexico|Egypt|Morocco|Peru|Kenya|Senegal|Mali|South Africa|Vietnam|Nepal|Indonesia|Bolivia|Equatorial Guinea|Uganda|Cameroon|Guatemala|Philippines|Burkina-Faso, India, Madrid, Spain, Bolivia, Sweden, Global, South West London, UK, Nepal, China, Nepal|Japan, Japan, Mexico, Norway, San Francisco|Seattle|Minnesota|Minneapolis|Sacramento|Dallas|Jackson, Zimbabwe, Kenya, North Carolina, South Korea, Germany, France, Gothenburg, La Paz, Bolivia|La Paz River basin, Australia|Denmark, China|Brazil|United Kingdom|Denmark, Europe|Switzerland, Ecuador, Utah, Shandong province, China, Southern China, South Africa, United Kingdom, Nigeria, Malawi, Italy|Far East countries, Brazil, Italy, Europe, Australia|India|Germany|USA|France|Portugal|Sweden|Israel|China|Turkey|Norway|Netherlands|Spain, Jakarta, Armenia|Georgia, Pacific region|Hawaii, Singapore, Finland|Malaysia|Poland|Lithuania|United States|Canada|China|Japan|Norway|Brazil|Netherlands|Hong Kong|Germany|Switzerland|Portugal|Australia|UK|Vietnam|Spain|Dominican Republic|India|Thailand, Portugal, Ghana, Europe|Spain|Hungary|Germany|France|Belgium|Poland|United Kingdom|Denmark, Greece, Australia, Spain, California|Europe|North America|Republic of Congo, Egypt, Germany|United States|Canada|Singapore|Japan|Kenya|Nepal, Bangladesh, Benin, Finland|Eastern Finland, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA|USA, North-Western Mexico, Thailand, Northern Ireland, North America|Asia|Europe|Middle East|Africa, Hungary, UK|France, South Australia|Australia, New Zealand, Abuja, Nigeria, Lebanon, Switzerland, Portugal|Antarctic|South Shetland Islands|North Adriatic Sea|Bohai Sea|Adriatic Sea|Pacific Ocean|Baltic Sea, Barcelona, California, USA, Western Africa|Mali, United Kingdom|High-risk countries, West Texas, USA, Kuwait, Iran, Uganda, Central Adriatic|Central Adriatic Sea, Shanghai, China, Oxfordshire, UK, Canada|France|Germany|North America|Europe, Tunisia, Ethiopia, Portugal|various regions, Fujian Province, Southeast China|China, Vancouver, Canada, Russia, Austria, Somali region, Ethiopia|Somali Region, Ethiopia, Türkiye, Europe|Africa|North America|South America|Asia|Oceania, Romania, Europe|Asia|Africa, Finland, Europe|Italy, Ibadan, Nigeria, USA, Germany|Spain|UK|Vietnam, Australia|France|Bangladesh|United States, Sichuan, China, Europe|China, East Africa|Tanzania|Uganda, Vietnam |
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| CAP69686.1 |
| dfrA17 | Card DatabaseResFinder Database | 2 | TRIMETHOPRIM | Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Typhimurium, Morganella morganii, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Citrobacter freundii +1 | - | 2009 | FJ460238, JN645879, JQ414038, JQ837988, GU358475, AF180469, AB196349, AM932673, FJ807902, AM937244, JN645876 | ABG91835.1 |
| dfrA17-aadA5 | Reslit | 3 | Trimethoprim | Escherichia coli | India, Iran, China | 2014, 2023, 2024 | X06373|AE000447|M58408|M58409|EF488368|EF488369|EF488370 | - |
| dfr A17 | Reslit | 3 | Trimethoprim | Escherichia coli +1 | Southeast Nigeria, Denmark | 2022, 2025 | PRJEB43719 | - |
| dfrA17/aadA5/IS26 | Reslit | 1 | Trimethoprim | - | South Australia|New South Wales | 2024 | OR095837|OR095838|OR095839|OR095840|OR095841|OR095842|OR095843|OR095845|OR095846|OR095847|OR095848|OR095849|OR095850|OR095851|OR095852|OR095853|OR095854|OR095855|OR095856 | - |
Characterization of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates associated with nosocomial infections in dogs.
The study identified the cephamycinase gene bla CMY2 and the florfenicol resistance gene flo as significant contributors to multidrug resistance in Escherichia coli isolates from dogs. Additionally, the gene cassettes aadA5 and dfrA17 were found to confer resistance to spectinomycin and trimethoprim, respectively.
Mechanism of resistance to several antimicrobial agents in Salmonella Clinical isolates causing traveler's diarrhea.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in Salmonella isolates causing traveler's diarrhea, including blaTEM, blaOXA-1, tetA, tetB, tetG, dfrA1, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17, floR, cmlA, and a mutation in the gyrA gene. These genes and mutations contribute to resistance against ampicillin, tetracycline, trimethoprim, chloramphenicol, and quinolones.
Mechanisms of resistance in multiple-antibiotic-resistant Escherichia coli strains of human, animal, and food origins.
Incidence of class 1 integrons in multiple antibiotic-resistant Gram-negative copiotrophic bacteria from the River Torsa in India
The study identified various gene cassettes within class 1 integrons in multiple antibiotic-resistant Gram-negative bacteria from the River Torsa in India, including dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA12, dfrA17, aac(6')-Ib, aadA1, aadA6, and a novel ORF with homology to dfrA1.
Spread of Escherichia coli Strains with High-Level Cefotaxime and Ceftazidime Resistance between the Community, Long-Term Care Facilities, and Hospital Institutions.
The study identifies the spread of Escherichia coli strains with high-level resistance to cefotaxime and ceftazidime, primarily due to the presence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) such as CTX-M-15, CTX-M-14, and CTX-M-32. Additionally, other resistance genes like tetA, dfrA14, dfrA17, sul1, sul2, aac(6')Ib, and aac(3)IIb were found to contribute to multidrug resistance.
Population structure and resistance genes in antibiotic-resistant bacteria from a remote community with minimal antibiotic exposure.
The study identified various acquired antibiotic resistance genes in commensal E. coli isolates from a remote community with minimal antibiotic exposure, including blaTEM, catI, cmlA6, tet(A), tet(B), dfrA1, dfrA7, dfrA8, dfrA17, sul1, sul2, aphA1, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, aadB, and sat-1. These genes were found to be similar to those seen in antibiotic-exposed settings, indicating the dissemination of resistant bacteria and resistance genes from such environments.
Analysis and distribution of class 1 and class 2 integrons and associated gene cassettes among Escherichia coli isolates from swine, horses, cats and dogs collected in the BfT-GermVet monitoring study.
Association of virulence plasmid and antibiotic resistance determinants with chromosomal multilocus genotypes in Mexican Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium strains., New integron gene arrays from multiresistant clinical isolates of members of the Enterobacteriaceae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa from hospitals in Malaysia., Activity of a novel aminoglycoside, ACHN-490, against clinical isolates of Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae from New York City., Analysis and distribution of class 1 and class 2 integrons and associated gene cassettes among Escherichia coli isolates from swine, horses, cats and dogs collected in the BfT-GermVet monitoring study.
Molecular characterisation of trimethoprim resistance in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae during a two year intervention on trimethoprim use.
The study identified various dfr genes, including dfrA1, dfrA17, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA8, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA24, and dfrA26, as major contributors to trimethoprim resistance in E. coli and K. pneumoniae. The distribution of these genes remained largely unchanged during the intervention period.
Prevalence of integrons and a new dfrA17 variant in Gram-negative bacilli which cause community-acquired infections.
Prevalence of integrons and a new dfrA17 variant in Gram-negative bacilli which cause community-acquired infections.
QRDR mutations, efflux system & antimicrobial resistance genes in enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli isolated from an outbreak of diarrhoea in Ahmedabad, India.
The study identified QRDR mutations in gyrA and parC, as well as the aac(6')-Ib-cr gene, class 1 and class 2 integrons, and various resistance genes including blaTEM-1, catA1, dfrA1, dfrA17, aadA1, aadA5, strA, tet, and aphA1-Ia in ETEC strains, contributing to multidrug resistance.
Antimicrobial Resistance in Bacteria: Mechanisms and Current Challenges
This paper characterizes several beta-lactamases, including TEM-1, SHV-1, CTX-M-15, and NDM-1, which confer resistance to various beta-lactam antibiotics. It also identifies erm(B) and mef(A) as mechanisms of macrolide, lincosamide, and streptogramin B resistance. Additionally, aadA1 and aac(6')-Ib are noted for aminoglycoside resistance, while catA1 and floR contribute to chloramphenicol resistance. The vanA gene is associated with glycopeptide resistance, and mcr-1 is linked to polymyxin resistance.
New integron gene arrays from multiresistant clinical isolates of members of the Enterobacteriaceae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa from hospitals in Malaysia.
Within-population distribution of trimethoprim resistance in Escherichia coli before and after a community-wide intervention on trimethoprim use.
The study identified dfrA1, dfrA5, and dfrA17 as trimethoprim resistance genes in Escherichia coli, showing their distribution across different genetic subpopulations and changes in resistance frequencies after a community-wide intervention on trimethoprim use.
Phylogenetic distribution and prevalence of genes encoding class I Integrons and CTX-M-15 extended-spectrum β-lactamases in Escherichia coli isolates from healthy humans in Chandigarh, India.
The study identifies the presence of class 1 integrons and bla CTX-M-15 genes in commensal E. coli isolates from healthy individuals in Chandigarh, India. It also detects several gene cassettes conferring resistance to trimethoprim, streptomycin, spectinomycin, streptothricin, chloramphenicol, tetracycline, and sulfonamides.
Antimicrobial resistance characteristics and fitness of Gram-negative fecal bacteria from volunteers treated with minocycline or amoxicillin.
The study identified various AMR genes, including bla TEM, dfr, strB, tet(A), and tet(B), in Gram-negative fecal bacteria from volunteers treated with amoxicillin, minocycline, or placebo. The prevalence of these genes increased significantly in the amoxicillin-treated group.
Draft Genome Sequence of a New Delhi Metallo-β-Lactamase-5 (NDM-5)-Producing Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolate.
The study reports the identification of blaNDM-5 along with multiple other antibiotic resistance genes in a multidrug-resistant E. coli isolate, highlighting the complex resistance profile of the strain.
Clinical epidemiology and molecular analysis of extended-spectrum-β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli in Nepal: characteristics of sequence types 131 and 648.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15, aac (3)-IIa, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, qnrB4, qnrS1, aac (6')-Ib-cr, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1B, bla SHV-12, bla CMY-42, bla DHA-1, mphA, ermB, catA1, catB3, sul1, sul2, dfrA12, dfrA17, dfrA1, dfrA5, tetA, tetB, and tetD as key AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates in Nepal, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance.
Molecular characterization of a multidrug resistance IncF plasmid from the globally disseminated Escherichia coli ST131 clone.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes on the IncF plasmid pEC958 from E. coli ST131, including blaCTX-M-15, aac(6')-Ib-cr, blaOXA-1, catB4, mph(A), dfrA17, aadA5, sulI, and tet(A). These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, chloramphenicol, macrolides, trimethoprim, sulfamethoxazole, and tetracycline.
Carriage of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Plasmids Does Not Reduce Fitness but Enhances Virulence in Some Strains of Pandemic E. coli Lineages.
The study found that ESBL-plasmid carriage does not reduce fitness but enhances virulence in some strains of pandemic E. coli lineages. It identified several AMR genes on the ESBL-plasmids, including beta-lactamases (blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-27, blaCTX-M-14), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetR), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA, aac(6')-Ib-cr), chloramphenicol resistance gene (catB4), sulfonamide resistance gene (sul2), streptomycin resistance genes (strA, strB), dihydrofolate reductase genes (dhfrVII, dfrA17), and aminoglycoside phosphotransferase gene (aph(3')-Ia). Non-antibiotic resistance genes such as finO, traT, icc, yfaX, yihA, and hha were also identified.
Hospital Acquired Pneumonia Due to Achromobacter spp. in a Geriatric Ward in China: Clinical Characteristic, Genome Variability, Biofilm Production, Antibiotic Resistance and Integron in Isolated Strains.
The study identified multiple blaOXA-114 variants (blaOXA-114q, blaOXA-114h, blaOXA-114r, blaOXA-114t) and the novel blaPSE-1 gene in Achromobacter spp. isolates, along with aadB, aadA2, dfrA17, and aacA4 resistance genes, contributing to multidrug resistance.
SSTAR, a Stand-Alone Easy-To-Use Antimicrobial Resistance Gene Predictor.
The study presents SSTAR, a software tool for identifying antimicrobial resistance (AR) genes from whole-genome sequencing data. It detects known AR genes and potential new variants, including truncated forms. The tool was applied to analyze resistance genes in Klebsiella pneumoniae ST437 and Escherichia coli ST44, revealing various beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside resistance genes, and porin mutations contributing to resistance.
Increase in the Prevalence of Resistance Determinants to Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole in Clinical Stenotrophomonas maltophilia Isolates in China.
The study identified several resistance genes, including qacEΔ1-sul1, sul2, intI1, dfrA12, dfrA17, and dfrA27, which are associated with trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole resistance in Stenotrophomonas maltophilia isolates in China.
Comparative Genome Analysis of Extended-Spectrum-β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Sequence Type 131 Strains from Nepal and Japan.
The study identified multiple AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, tet(A), mphA, strA, strB, aadA5, sul1, sul2, dfrA12, dfrA17, catA1, and catB3, in ESBL-producing E. coli ST131 isolates from Nepal and Japan. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, including β-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, macrolides, sulfonamides, and chloramphenicol.
ESBL-Producing Escherichia coli from Cows Suffering Mastitis in China Contain Clinical Class 1 Integrons with CTX-M Linked to ISCR1.
The study identified a high prevalence of ESBL-producing E. coli from mastitic cows in China, with blaCTX-M-15 being the most common ESBL gene. These isolates were found to carry clinical class 1 integrons and ISCR1 elements, contributing to multidrug resistance.
Whole-Genome Analysis of Antimicrobial-Resistant and Extraintestinal Pathogenic Escherichia coli in River Water.
The study identified numerous antimicrobial resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from river water, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant and extraintestinal pathogenic strains. Key resistance genes included blaTEM-1, aac(3)-IId, qnrB7, and others.
Multidrug- and Extensively Drug-Resistant Uropathogenic Escherichia coli Clinical Strains: Phylogenetic Groups Widely Associated with Integrons Maintain High Genetic Diversity.
The study identifies various AMR genes such as aadA1, aadB, aacC, ant1, dfrA1, and dfrA17 in MDR- and XDR-UPEC strains, which confer resistance to gentamicin and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.
Marine Bivalve Mollusks As Possible Indicators of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli and Other Species of the Enterobacteriaceae Family.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli isolates from marine bivalves, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and various aminoglycoside, trimethoprim, sulfonamide, tetracycline, chloramphenicol, quinolone, and macrolide resistance genes. These findings highlight the potential risk of MDR Enterobacteriaceae in marine environments.
Genomic Analysis of Factors Associated with Low Prevalence of Antibiotic Resistance in Extraintestinal Pathogenic Escherichia coli Sequence Type 95 Strains.
The study identifies several AMR genes in ST95 E. coli strains, including blaTEM-1, blaCTX-M14, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, aac3, strA, strB, tetA, tetB, tetD, sul1, sul2, dfrA5, dfrA12, dfrA17, mphA, and catA1, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as ampicillin, cephalothin, streptomycin, tetracycline, sulfamethoxazole, trimethoprim, azithromycin, and chloramphenicol.
Day-to-Day Dynamics of Commensal Escherichia coli in Zimbabwean Cows Evidence Temporal Fluctuations within a Host-Specific Population Structure.
The study identified a few antibiotic-resistant E. coli clones in Zimbabwean cows, including resistance to tetracycline, penicillins, and trimethoprim, but these were rare and subdominant.
Antimicrobial resistance of Klebsiella pneumoniae stool isolates circulating in Kenya.
The study identified 46 AMR genes or gene families in 90 Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from Kenya, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance and the diversity of resistance mechanisms.
Genomic Analysis of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli from North Carolina Community Hospitals: Ongoing Circulation of CTX-M-Producing ST131-H30Rx and ST131-H30R1 Strains.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from North Carolina community hospitals, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, qnrS1, and mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE that confer resistance to various antibiotics.
Rapid Nanopore Sequencing of Plasmids and Resistance Gene Detection in Clinical Isolates.
The study demonstrates the feasibility of rapid nanopore sequencing for detecting plasmid-borne antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in clinical isolates. It identifies several AMR genes, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, sulfonamide resistance genes, tetracycline resistance genes, macrolide resistance genes, and phenicol resistance genes, in both Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates.
Extensively Drug-Resistant Escherichia coli Sequence Type 1642 Carrying an IncX3 Plasmid Containing the blaKPC-2 Gene Associated with Transposon Tn4401a.
The study identifies several AMR genes in an extensively drug-resistant E. coli ST1642 isolate, including blaKPC-2, blaSHV-11, blaTEM-1, aadA5, strA, strB, aac(3)-IId, mph(A), sul1, sul2, tet(B), dfrA17, and qnrS1, which contribute to resistance against multiple antibiotics.
Impact of extensive antibiotic treatment on faecal carriage of antibiotic-resistant enterobacteria in children in a low resistance prevalence setting.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in E. coli isolates from children with cystic fibrosis, cancer, and healthy controls, highlighting differences in resistance profiles between groups.
CTX-M-15-Producing E. coli Isolates from Food Products in Germany Are Mainly Associated with an IncF-Type Plasmid and Belong to Two Predominant Clonal E. coli Lineages.
The study identifies bla CTX-M-15-positive E. coli isolates from food products in Germany, primarily associated with IncF-type plasmids and belonging to two predominant clonal lineages, ST167 and ST410. These isolates carry various resistance genes including aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA5, bla OXA-1, catB3, mph(A), sul1, tet(B), and dfrA17.
Characterization of plasmids harboring blaCTX-M and blaCMY genes in E. coli from French broilers.
The study characterized blaCTX-M-1 and blaCMY-2 genes in E. coli isolates from French broilers, highlighting their roles in extended-spectrum cephalosporin resistance and the presence of virulence genes on blaCMY-2-containing plasmids.
A pan-genome-based machine learning approach for predicting antimicrobial resistance activities of the Escherichia coli strains.
The study identifies and characterizes several AMR genes in E. coli, including beta-lactamases (blaTEM-1, blaOXA-1, blaCMY-2, ampC), aminoglycoside modifying enzymes (aac(3')-Ia, aac(3')-VI), dihydrofolate reductases (dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA12, dfrA15), quinolone resistance proteins (qnrB2, qnrB6, qnrS2), and others. These genes were validated through computational and wet lab methods, showing their roles in conferring resistance to various antibiotics.
The resistomes of six carbapenem-resistant pathogens - a critical genotype-phenotype analysis.
The study characterized the resistomes of six carbapenem-resistant pathogens, identifying various carbapenemase genes such as bla KPC-2, bla OXA-48, bla OXA-72, bla NDM-1, bla NDM-7, and bla VIM-1, along with other resistance genes like aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, tet(B), erm(B), mph(A), sul1, sul2, dfrA17, dfrA14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CMY-6, bla OXA-1, bla SHV-200, bla OXA-10, and bla NDM-7.
Diarrheal bacterial pathogens and multi-resistant enterobacteria in the Choqueyapu River in La Paz, Bolivia.
The study identified multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in the Choqueyapu River, including E. coli and Enterobacter cloacae carrying bla CTX-M, bla KPC, bla NDM, bla VIM, and bla OXA-48 genes, highlighting the environmental spread of antibiotic resistance.
Multidrug Resistant Uropathogenic Escherichia coli ST405 With a Novel, Composite IS26 Transposon in a Unique Chromosomal Location.
The study identifies a novel composite IS26 transposon, Tn6242, in multidrug-resistant E. coli ST405, carrying resistance genes including dfrA17, aadA5, sul1, mphA, strA, strB, blaTEM-1b, and sul2.
Loss and Gain in the Evolution of the Salmonella enterica Serovar Gallinarum Biovar Pullorum Genome.
The study identifies multiple multidrug resistance plasmids in Salmonella Pullorum, including pSPUR1, pSPUR2, pSPUR3, pSPUR4, and pSPUR5, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as trimethoprim, streptomycin, sulfonamide, and tetracycline.
First clinical case of KPC-3-producing Klebsiella michiganensis in Europe.
The study reports the first clinical case of a KPC-3-producing Klebsiella michiganensis isolate in Europe, highlighting the emergence of this multidrug-resistant pathogen and the significance of molecular diagnostics in identifying novel resistance mechanisms.
Diverse Commensal Escherichia coli Clones and Plasmids Disseminate Antimicrobial Resistance Genes in Domestic Animals and Children in a Semirural Community in Ecuador.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in commensal Escherichia coli isolates from children and domestic animals in a semirural community in Ecuador. These genes included blaTEM-1B, dfrA8, qnrB19, strA, strB, tetA, tetB, sul1, sul2, and others, contributing to resistance against multiple antibiotics such as ampicillin, trimethoprim, tetracycline, and sulfamethoxazole. The research highlights the role of plasmids in disseminating these AMR genes and emphasizes the complexity of AMR transmission in such environments.
Nanopore metagenomics enables rapid clinical diagnosis of bacterial lower respiratory infection.
The study presents a nanopore metagenomics method for rapid detection of bacterial pathogens and antibiotic resistance genes in lower respiratory infections, achieving high sensitivity and specificity through host DNA depletion and real-time sequencing.
Population dynamics of an Escherichia coli ST131 lineage during recurrent urinary tract infection.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in E. coli ST131 isolates from a patient with recurrent UTIs, including plasmid-borne resistance genes and chromosomal mutations contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Clinical Resistome Screening of 1,110 Escherichia coli Isolates Efficiently Recovers Diagnostically Relevant Antibiotic Resistance Biomarkers and Potential Novel Resistance Mechanisms.
The study identifies several AMR genes including aac(3)-IIa, aac(6')-lb-cr, ant (2")-Ia, aph3'-1, dfrA14, dfrA17, sul1, and qnrB19, which confer resistance to Tobramycin, Ciprofloxacin, and Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole. These genes were validated through cloning and MIC testing.
Serotype, antimicrobial susceptibility and genotype profiles of Salmonella isolated from duck farms and a slaughterhouse in Shandong province, China.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes, including blaTEM, sul2, aadA7, aac3-Id, aadA5, and dfrA17, in Salmonella isolates from duck farms and a slaughterhouse in Shandong, China. High levels of resistance to various antibiotics were observed, highlighting the need for improved antimicrobial stewardship.
Horizontal gene transfer contributes to virulence and antibiotic resistance of Vibrio harveyi 345 based on complete genome sequence analysis.
The study identified 25 antibiotic resistance genes in Vibrio harveyi 345, including genes for tetracycline (tetm, tetb), fluoroquinolone (qnrs), trimethoprim (dfra17), sulfonamide (sul2), and others, highlighting the role of horizontal gene transfer in its multidrug resistance.
Molecular characterization of carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates with focus on antimicrobial resistance.
The study identifies blaKPC-2 as the dominant carbapenemase gene in clinical CRKP isolates, along with various ESBLs and other resistance genes such as blaCTX-M, blaTEM, blaSHV, aac(3)-IId, rmtB, QnrS1, oqxA, oqxB, fosA, catA1, catA2, dfrA1, and dfrA17.
The Resistome, Mobilome, Virulome and Phylogenomics of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Clinical Isolates from Pretoria, South Africa.
The study characterized the resistome, mobilome, and virulome of 20 multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from Pretoria, South Africa. Key findings include the identification of various beta-lactamase genes (blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-27, blaOXA-1, blaOXA-10, blaTEM-1B), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, aac(6')-Ib-cr, mph(A)), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), dihydrofolate reductase genes (dfrA17, dfrA14, dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA12, dfrA23), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B)), chloramphenicol resistance genes (catB3, catA1), and fluoroquinolone resistance mutations in gyrA, gyrB, parC, and parE.
Use of whole genome sequencing of commensal Escherichia coli in pigs for antimicrobial resistance surveillance, United Kingdom, 2018.
The study analyzed 515 E. coli isolates from pigs using whole genome sequencing to identify AMR genes and mutations. Key findings include the prevalence of blaTEM-1b, tet(A), and tetA(B) genes, along with various mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE that confer resistance to fluoroquinolones. The study highlights the effectiveness of WGS in predicting AMR phenotypes with high concordance to MIC results.
Multidrug-Resistant and Clinically Relevant Gram-Negative Bacteria Are Present in German Surface Waters.
The study identifies several AMR genes in multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria isolated from German surface waters, highlighting the presence of clinically relevant resistance mechanisms such as bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, mcr-1, and others.
A large self-transmissible resistance plasmid from Nigeria contains genes that ameliorate a carrying cost.
The study identifies a large self-transmissible plasmid pMB2 from Nigeria containing multiple resistance genes, including aac(6')-Ib-cr, blaCTX-M-15, tetA, and sitABCD, which contributes to antimicrobial resistance and provides a growth advantage under iron-limited conditions.
Emergence of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae in Malawi.
The study reports the detection of an NDM-5 producing E. coli in Malawi, highlighting the emergence of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in the region.
New Delhi Metallo-β-Lactamase-5-Producing Escherichia coli in Companion Animals, United States.
The study identifies a carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli isolate producing New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase-5 (blaNDM-5) in companion animals in the United States, along with several other resistance genes including tet(A), aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA5, aadA2, blaOXA-1, blaCTX-M-15, catB3, dfrA17, dfrA12, sul1, and mph(A).
Complete Nucleotide Sequence of Plasmids of Two Escherichia coli Strains Carrying bla (NDM-) (5) and bla (NDM) (-) (5) and bla (OXA) (-) (181) From the Same Patient.
The study characterizes two carbapenemase-producing E. coli strains carrying blaNDM-5 and blaOXA-181, along with various other resistance genes such as qnrS1, blaCTX-M-15, aac(6')-lb-cr, catB3, sul1, dfrA17, qacEΔ1, aadA5, rmtB, ermB, mphA, tetB, catA1, dfrA14, dfrA12, blaTEM-1B, and blaCMY-42.
Machine learning with random subspace ensembles identifies antimicrobial resistance determinants from pan-genomes of three pathogens.
The study identifies known and novel antimicrobial resistance genes using a machine learning approach on pan-genomes of Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Escherichia coli. Key findings include the detection of resistance genes such as gyrA, parC, ermC, lmrS, aac(6')-aph(2"), dfrG, tetK, and various beta-lactamases.
Oral colonisation by antimicrobial-resistant Gram-negative bacteria among long-term care facility residents: prevalence, risk factors, and molecular epidemiology.
The study identified several AMR genes in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from LTCF residents, including bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-14, bla TEM-1B, bla IMP-1, and others, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as β-lactams, aminoglycosides, and fluoroquinolones.
Phylogenetic Grouping of Human Ocular Escherichia coli Based on Whole-Genome Sequence Analysis.
The study identified 22 AMR genes in 10 ocular E. coli isolates, including bla CTX-M-15, dfrA17, aadA2, aadA5, bla OXA-1, bla NDM-5, dfrA12, bla TEM-1 B, mdfA, emrB, mphA, sul1, sul2, and aac(6')-1b-cr. Additionally, chromosomal mutations in parE, gyrA, and parC were found to confer resistance to fluoroquinolones.
International clones of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (CTX-M)-producing Escherichia coli in peri-urban wild animals, Brazil.
The study identified various AMR genes in CTX-M-producing E. coli isolates from peri-urban wild animals in Brazil, including bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-2, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, and others, indicating the presence of multidrug-resistant bacteria in wildlife.
Nanopore sequencing reveals genomic map of CTX-M-type extended-spectrum β-lactamases carried by Escherichia coli strains isolated from blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) in Norway.
The study identified CTX-M-type extended-spectrum beta-lactamases in Escherichia coli strains isolated from blue mussels in Norway, highlighting the potential for mobility of these resistance genes.
Comparative analysis of multidrug resistance plasmids and genetic background of CTX-M-producing Escherichia coli recovered from captive wild animals.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in MDR E. coli strains from captive wild animals, highlighting the presence of CTX-M-8 and CTX-M-65 beta-lactamases, along with various other resistance mechanisms such as aminoglycoside, tetracycline, and fluoroquinolone resistance genes, as well as mutations in quinolone resistance-determining regions.
Snapshot Study of Whole Genome Sequences of Escherichia coli from Healthy Companion Animals, Livestock, Wildlife, Humans and Food in Italy.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) and mutations in Escherichia coli isolates from various sources in Italy, highlighting the prevalence of resistance to tetracycline, sulfonamide, penicillin, fluoroquinolone, and colistin. Key genes included tetA, sul2, blaTEM-1b, mcr-1, qnrS1, and others, along with mutations in gyrA, parC, parE, and pmrB.
The importance of using whole genome sequencing and extended spectrum beta-lactamase selective media when monitoring antimicrobial resistance.
The study highlights the utility of whole genome sequencing (WGS) in monitoring antimicrobial resistance (AMR) trends, particularly in identifying ESBL genes such as bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla SHV-12, bla CMY-2, and bla DHA-1, along with other resistance genes like sul2, tet(A), dfrA17, aadA5, ant3-1a, strA, strB, and fosA3 in E. coli isolates from pig surveillance.
Genomic analysis of trimethoprim-resistant extraintestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli and recurrent urinary tract infections.
The study identified seven trimethoprim-resistance genes, including dfrA17 and dfrA12, along with bla CTX-M-15 and bla CTX-M-14, which are associated with extended-spectrum beta-lactam resistance. Additionally, the study found chrA, qacEΔ1, and other resistance genes in the analyzed isolates.
Genomic epidemiology of Escherichia coli isolates from a tertiary referral center in Lilongwe, Malawi.
The study identifies the blaCTX-M-15 gene as a major contributor to cephalosporin resistance in Escherichia coli isolates from Malawi, along with other AMR genes such as aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, aadA5, ant(3'')-Ih, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(3')-Ia, aph(6)-Id, strA, strB, acrF, emrD, mdtM, blaTEM-1, catA1, catB3, dfrA17, sul2, mph(A), and tet(A).
Genome-based characterization of Escherichia coli causing bloodstream infection through next-generation sequencing.
The study identified various AMR genes in E. coli isolates from bloodstream infections, including genes conferring resistance to beta-lactams, macrolides, aminoglycosides, chloramphenicol, and trimethoprim. Additionally, mutations in quinolone resistance-determining regions of gyrA, parC, and parE were associated with ciprofloxacin resistance.
Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamases in Human Isolates of Multidrug-Resistant Non-typhoidal Salmonella enterica.
The study identified several β-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-5, bla OXA-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-3, and bla TEM-1, which contribute to extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) production in multidrug-resistant non-typhoidal Salmonella enterica isolates. Additionally, a mutation in the gyrA gene (D87N) was linked to quinolone resistance.
A Longitudinal Evaluation of the Bacterial Pathogens Colonizing Chronic Non-Healing Wound Sites at a United States Military Treatment Facility in the Pacific Region.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in bacterial isolates from chronic non-healing wounds, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, macrolide resistance genes, and others. These genes were found in various bacterial species such as E. coli, S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, and others.
Antibiotic resistance plasmid composition and architecture in Escherichia coli isolates from meat.
The study characterizes various AMR genes in plasmids from meat-derived E. coli isolates, highlighting the diversity and clustering of resistance genes such as bla CTX-M-1, aadA5, sul2, and others, along with their association with specific plasmid incompatibility groups.
Genomic Analysis of Antimicrobial Resistance and Resistance Plasmids in Salmonella Serovars from Poultry in Nigeria.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella isolates from Nigerian poultry, including aac(6')-Ia, aac(6')-Ib, aadA7, aph(3")-Ia, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6')-Id, aph(6')-Ic, aac(3)-Ia, aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IVa, aac(6')-IIa, aac(3)-Id, sul1, sul2, sul3, tet(A), tet(M), qnrS1, qnrB19, blaTEM, dfrA14, dfrA15, dfrA17, catA1, cmlA1, and floR. Mutations in gyrA (Ser83Phe, Asp87Tyr) and parC (Thr57Ser, Ser80Ile) were also associated with resistance to nalidixic acid and ciprofloxacin.
Characterization of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Isolates from Jurong Lake, Singapore with Whole-Genome-Sequencing.
The study identified several extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-8, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-14, and bla CTX-M-55, along with mcr-1.1 and mcr-3.1 for colistin resistance. Additionally, various other resistance genes such as qnrS1, mdf(A), mph(A), and others were found in the isolates, indicating multidrug resistance.
Plasmid-Borne and Chromosomal ESBL/AmpC Genes in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae in Global Food Products.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-65, bla SHV-12, bla SHV-28, bla SHV-81, bla TEM-1B, bla TEM-52C, bla CARB-2, bla OXA-1, bla DHA-1, and bla CMY-2, along with other AMR genes such as aac(3)-IIa, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aadA1, aadA2, aph(4)-Ia, oqxA, oqxB, qnrB1, qnrS1, floR, sul2, sul1, tet(A), dfrA14, dfrA1, dfrA17, dfrA8, dfrA12, dfrA16, dfrA15, catB3, cmlA1, arr-2, and qnrB19, which confer resistance to various antibiotics in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from food products.
Detection of diverse carbapenem and multidrug resistance genes and high-risk strain types among carbapenem non-susceptible clinical isolates of target gram-negative bacteria in Kenya.
The study identified various carbapenemase genes (blaNDM-1, blaNDM-5, blaVIM-1, blaVIM-6, blaOXA-23, blaOXA-58, blaOXA-66, blaOXA-69, blaOXA-91, blaOXA-181, blaOXA-50) and other resistance genes (such as armA, rmtC, rmtF, aac(3)-I, aadA1, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-VI, aph(3')-Via, aph(6')-Id, mphE, msrE, mphA, ereA, dfrA1, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17, dfrA20, sul1, sul2, tetB, tetD, tetG, tet39, qnrVC1, qnrS1, qnrB4, floR, catA1, catA2, catB3, catB7, cmlA1, cmlA5, arr-3, arr-2, sat2, acrF, mdtM, emrD, mexA, mexE, mexX, kdeA, oxa-10, oxa-395, oxa-396, oxa-846, adc-25, dha-1, act-16, cmY, ctx-m-15, shv-67, tem-1b) in carbapenem non-susceptible clinical isolates of gram-negative bacteria in Kenya, highlighting the diversity and prevalence of multidrug resistance.
Wild Boars Carry Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase- and AmpC-Producing Escherichia coli.
Wild boars in Germany carry ESBL/AmpC-producing E. coli, with bla CTX-M-1, bla SHV-12, and bla CMY-2 being the most common beta-lactamase genes. Additional resistance genes include sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA14, dfrA17, tet(A), cmlA, floR, and qnrS.
An Update on Wastewater Multi-Resistant Bacteria: Identification of Clinical Pathogens Such as Escherichia coli O25b:H4-B2-ST131-Producing CTX-M-15 ESBL and KPC-3 Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella oxytoca.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla KPC-3, aac(6')-Ib-cr5, and various dfr and aad genes, in wastewater isolates, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug-resistant bacteria in wastewater treatment plants.
Clonal Clusters, Molecular Resistance Mechanisms and Virulence Factors of Gram-Negative Bacteria Isolated from Chronic Wounds in Ghana.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from chronic wounds in Ghana, including beta-lactamases, fosfomycin resistance genes, chloramphenicol resistance genes, aminoglycoside resistance genes, fluoroquinolone resistance genes, tetracycline resistance genes, sulfonamide resistance genes, trimethoprim resistance genes, and efflux pumps. Mutations in gyrA, parE, and parC were also found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genomic Diversity and Virulence Potential of ESBL- and AmpC-β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Strains From Healthy Food Animals Across Europe.
The study identifies various ESBL and AmpC beta-lactamase genes, including bla SHV-12, bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-2, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-52, and bla CMY-2, along with the mcr-1 gene conferring colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from food animals in Europe.
Antimicrobial Resistance Genes in ESBL-Producing Escherichia coli Isolates from Animals in Greece.
The study identified several AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from animals in Greece, including bla CTX-M-1/15, bla TEM, aadA1, aadA2, aphA, strA, strB, sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA15, dfrA17, dfrA19, mph, mrx, intI1, tnpISE cp1, qnrS, and qnrB.
Characterization of beta-lactam-resistant Escherichia coli from Australian fruit bats indicates anthropogenic origins.
The study identified various beta-lactam-resistant Escherichia coli strains from Australian fruit bats, highlighting the presence of multiple AMR genes such as bla TEM-1A, bla TEM-1B, bla CTX-M-27, bla NDM-5, and others, indicating anthropogenic origins of these resistant strains.
Genomic Insights into Drug Resistance and Virulence Platforms, CRISPR-Cas Systems and Phylogeny of Commensal E. coli from Wildlife.
The study identified various AMR genes in commensal E. coli strains from wildlife, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-1, tet(A), tet(B), and several resistance gene cassettes in integrons. These genes were found to confer resistance to multiple antibiotics, highlighting the presence of AMR in wildlife E. coli populations.
Diversity of Plasmids and Genes Encoding Resistance to Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase in Escherichia coli from Different Animal Sources.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in E. coli isolates from different animal sources, highlighting the presence of ESBL genes such as bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, and bla CMY-28, as well as mutations in parC and gyrA that confer resistance to fluoroquinolones.
Presence of β-Lactamase-producing Enterobacterales and Salmonella Isolates in Marine Mammals.
The study identified various β-lactamase genes, including bla CMY-2, bla TEM-1, bla SHV-33, bla SHV-11, bla CTX-M-15, bla OXA-1, and bla DHA-1, along with non-β-lactamase resistance genes such as sul2, strA, strB, tet(A), and sul1, in Enterobacterales and Salmonella isolates from marine mammals.
Molecular Analysis of Antimicrobial Resistance among Enterobacteriaceae Isolated from Diarrhoeic Calves in Egypt.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes, including blaTEM, floR, dfrA1, dfrA17, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, catB3, sat1, and blaPse1, in Enterobacteriaceae isolates from diarrhoeic calves in Egypt. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics such as ampicillin, tetracycline, chloramphenicol, and others.
Infective endocarditis caused by Enterobacteriaceae: phenotypic and molecular characterization of Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates causing infective endocarditis, including genes conferring resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, fosfomycin, and fluoroquinolones. These genes were detected through molecular analysis and resistance profiling.
Multidrug-Resistant Lineage of Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli ST182 With Serotype O169:H41 in Airline Waste.
The study identifies multidrug-resistant E. coli ST182 isolates from airline waste carrying genes such as blaCTX-M-15, qnrS1, aadA5, mphA, sul1, and dfrA17, along with the S83L mutation in gyrA, contributing to resistance against multiple antibiotics.
International High-Risk Clones Among Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from Dhaka, Bangladesh, including bla CTX-M-15, bla NDM-5, mcr-1, and various aminoglycoside resistance genes. Mutations in gyrA and parC were also associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Identification of Three Novel PmGRI1 Genomic Resistance Islands and One Multidrug Resistant Hybrid Structure of Tn7-like Transposon and PmGRI1 in Proteus mirabilis.
The study identifies three novel variants of PmGRI1 and a hybrid structure combining Tn7-like transposon and PmGRI1 in Proteus mirabilis, highlighting their role in carrying multiple antibiotic resistance genes.
Genomic comparisons of Escherichia coli ST131 from Australia.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in Australian E. coli ST131 isolates, including bla CTX-M-15 and bla CTX-M-27 for beta-lactam resistance, aadA5, strA, strB, mphA, dfrA17, sul1, qacEΔ1, and chrA for resistance to aminoglycosides, macrolides, trimethoprim, sulfonamides, quaternary ammonium compounds, and chromate. Fluoroquinolone resistance mutations in gyrA and parC were also found.
Whole-Genome Sequencing-Based Antimicrobial Resistance Characterization and Phylogenomic Investigation of 19 Multidrug-Resistant and Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Positive Escherichia coli Strains Collected From Hospital Patients in Benin in 2019.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in 19 ESBL-positive E. coli isolates from Benin, including bla CTX-M-15, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS1, tet(B), sul2, and dfrA17, as well as mutations in parC and gyrA associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Whole-Genome Sequencing of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli From Human Infections in Finland Revealed Isolates Belonging to Internationally Successful ST131-C1-M27 Subclade but Distinct From Non-human Sources.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-3, bla SHV-12, and bla TEM-1, which confer resistance to beta-lactam antibiotics. Other resistance genes such as aadA5, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, mph(A), sul1, sul2, tet(A), and dfrA17, dfrA12, dfrA1, and dfrA14 were also characterized, providing insights into the multidrug resistance profiles of ESBL-producing E. coli isolates in Finland.
A Genomic and Bioinformatics View of the Classification and Evolution of Morganella Species and Their Chromosomal Accessory Genetic Elements Harboring Antimicrobial Resistance Genes.
The study identified 88 acquired antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in 166 Morganella isolates, with a focus on tetracycline, aminoglycoside, sulfonamide, trimethoprim, and beta-lactam resistance genes. Key ARGs included blaKPC-2, blaNDM-1, aacA4, aadA5, dfrA17, catB3, arr-3, blaOXA-1, aacA4cr, mph(A), rmtB, sul2, floR, qnrS1, tetA, and ermB.
Genomic Analysis of ESBL-Producing E. coli in Wildlife from North-Eastern Germany.
The study identified ESBL-producing E. coli in wild boar and wild ruminants with a low prevalence. The most prevalent ESBL type was CTX-M-1. The study also found resistance genes for aminoglycosides, phenicol, sulfonamides, and tetracyclines.
Similarities in Virulence and Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Gene Profiles among Cefotaxime-Resistant Escherichia coli Wastewater and Clinical Isolates.
The study identifies several beta-lactamase genes, including blaCTX-M-1, blaKPC-2, blaTEM-350, blaOXA-1, and blaCTX-M-15, as well as various aminoglycoside, macrolide, and tetracycline resistance genes in cefotaxime-resistant E. coli isolates from hospital and urban wastewater. Mutations in parC, parE, and gyrA contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genomic Profiling of Antibiotic-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolates from Surface Water of Agricultural Drainage in North-Western Mexico: Detection of the International High-Risk Lineages ST410 and ST617.
The study identified multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from surface water in north-western Mexico, including international high-risk lineages ST410 and ST617. These isolates carried various AMR genes such as blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-15, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, floR, cmlA1, lnu(F), mdf(A), sul2, sul3, tet(A), tet(B), dfrA12, and dfrA17. Additionally, mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N), parC (S80I), and parE (S458A) were found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Use of genomics to explore AMR persistence in an outdoor pig farm with low antimicrobial usage.
The study identified various AMR genes in E. coli isolates from a low antimicrobial usage pig farm, highlighting the persistence of multidrug-resistant strains despite minimal selective pressure.
Drinking water chlorination has minor effects on the intestinal flora and resistomes of Bangladeshi children.
The study identified several antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in the gut microbiome of Bangladeshi children, including bla CTX-M, mph(A), qnrS1, mdf(A), tet(A), sul2, aadA5, tet(X), erm(X), nimE, dfrA17, bla TEM, and ant(6’)-Ia. These genes were associated with resistance to various antibiotics such as third-generation cephalosporins, azithromycin, fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, streptomycin, spectinomycin, macrolides, lincosamides, streptogramin B, nitroimidazoles, trimethoprim, penicillins, and aminoglycosides.
Identifying the Sources of Intestinal Colonization With Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli in Healthy Infants in the Community.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, qnrS1, ermB, aadA1, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, dfrA1, catA1, aadA2, dfrA5, dfrA12, qnrS13, aac(6')-Ib-cr5, blaTEM-1, blaOXA-1, sul1, and dfrA17, associated with ESBL-Ec in children, mothers, and drinking water in rural Bangladesh.
In vitro Synergistic Activities of Fosfomycin in Combination with Other Antimicrobial Agents Against Carbapenem-Resistant Escherichia coli Harboring bla (NDM-1) on the IncN2 Plasmid and a Study of the Genomic Characteristics of These Pathogens.
The study identified several AMR genes in bla NDM-1 -harboring CREC isolates, including bla NDM-1, aac(3)-IId, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aadA5, aadA16, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB6, ARR-3, dfrA17, dfrA27, sul1, sul2, tet(A), mph(A), bla TEM-1C, bla TEM-57, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and bla CMY-2. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, rifampicin, trimethoprim, sulfonamides, tetracycline, and macrolides.
Occurrence and Genomic Characterization of Clone ST1193 Clonotype 14-64 in Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections Caused by Escherichia coli in Spain.
The study identified the occurrence of fluoroquinolone-resistant ST1193 clone in uncomplicated urinary tract infections (uUTI) caused by Escherichia coli in Spain. Several AMR genes and mutations were characterized, including blaTEM-1B, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, mdf(A), mph(A), sul2, dfrA14, dfrA17, sitABCD, and chromosomal mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N), parC (S80I), and parE (L416F).
Antimicrobial resistance in urinary pathogens and culture-independent detection of trimethoprim resistance in urine from patients with urinary tract infection.
The study identifies dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA12, and dfrA17 as trimethoprim resistance genes in urinary pathogens, demonstrating their utility in predicting phenotypic resistance without culture.
Escherichia coli ST1193: Following in the Footsteps of E. coli ST131
The paper characterizes Escherichia coli ST1193 as an emerging multidrug-resistant clone with various AMR determinants, including beta-lactamases (bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-55, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1, bla CMY-42, bla CMY-2), aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes (aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, aph(3′′)-Ib, aph(6)-Id), and other resistance genes (mcr-1, mph(A), erm(B), dfrA8, dfrA12, dfrA17, sul1, sul2, tetA, tetB).
Cross-Sectional Survey of Antibiotic Resistance in Extended Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Enterobacteriaceae Isolated from Pigs in Greece.
The study identified a high prevalence of ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae in Greek pigs, with a focus on resistance mechanisms involving bla CTX-M1/15, bla TEM, and bla SHV genes, as well as resistance to fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, macrolides, and colistin.
Characterization of β-Lactamases and Multidrug Resistance Mechanisms in Enterobacterales from Hospital Effluents and Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The study identified several β-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-27, bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-30, and bla SHV-12, along with a variety of other AMR genes such as aadA5, aph(3''-Ib), aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IIa, sul1, sul2, dfrA17, dfrA14, qnrB1, tet(A), mph(A), qacE∆, and catB3, which confer resistance to various antibiotics in Enterobacterales isolated from hospital effluents and wastewater treatment plants.
A tale of two plasmids: contributions of plasmid associated phenotypes to epidemiological success among Shigella.
The study identifies that the plasmid pKSR100 confers a broader range of antimicrobial resistance compared to pAPR100, contributing to its greater epidemiological success. pKSR100 carries more AMR genes, including those for macrolides, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, and tetracyclines, while pAPR100 has fewer AMR genes, primarily for macrolides, beta-lactams, and tetracyclines.
Molecular characterization of extended spectrum cephalosporin resistant Escherichia coli isolated from livestock and in-contact humans in Southeast Nigeria.
The study identified four variants of bla CTX-M (CTX-M-15, CTX-M-55, CTX-M-64, and CTX-M-65) in extended-spectrum cephalosporin-resistant Escherichia coli from livestock and in-contact humans in Southeast Nigeria. Other AMR genes such as bla TEM-1b, aac 3-IId, qnr S1, and sul 2 were also characterized.
High Prevalence of Beta-Lactam-Resistant Escherichia coli in South Australian Grey-Headed Flying Fox Pups (Pteropus poliocephalus).
The study identified various beta-lactam-resistant Escherichia coli strains in South Australian grey-headed flying fox pups, including resistance genes such as blaTEM-1B, blaTEM-1C, blaTEM-33, blaCMY-2, dfrA17, aadA5, dfrA5, sul2, tet(A), tet(B), and catA1.
Prevalence and distribution of extended-spectrum β-lactamase and AmpC-producing Escherichia coli in two New Zealand dairy farm environments.
The study identified bla CMY-2, bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, and bla OXA-1 genes in ESBL- and AmpC-producing E. coli isolates from New Zealand dairy farms, highlighting the presence of plasmid-mediated resistance mechanisms.
Molecular characterization of multi drug resistant Escherichia coli isolates at a tertiary hospital in Abuja, Nigeria.
The study identified several AMR genes in multi-drug resistant E. coli isolates, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-65, bla OXA-1, bla OXA-2, bla CMY-2, bla NDM-1, bla NDM-5, aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IIe, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aad A5, ant(2′′)-Ia, aph(3′′)-Ib, aph(3′′)-VI, aph(6)-Id, ermB, ermD, fosA3, fosA7, mdtM, emrD, sul1, sul2, sul3, tetA, tetB, tetM, dfrA1, dfrA7, dfrA8, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17, dfrA82, dfrB4, qepA, qepA1, qepA2, qepA4, qnrB19, qnrS1, qacE, catA1, catA2, catB3, cmlA1, mphA.
Antimicrobial resistance of Salmonella Indiana from retail chickens in China and emergence of an mcr-1-harboring isolate with concurrent resistance to ciprofloxacin, cefotaxime, and colistin.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Salmonella Indiana isolates, including bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-28, bla CTX-M-79, aac(6')-Ib-cr, oqxAB, and mcr-1, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics.
Acquisition of genomic elements were pivotal for the success of Escherichia coli ST410
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in Escherichia coli ST410, including bla OXA-181, bla NDM-5, bla CTX-M-15, and mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE that confer resistance to carbapenems, cephalosporins, penicillins, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, and fluoroquinolones.
Draft Genome Sequences of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolated from River Water.
The study reports the draft genome sequences of seven multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli strains isolated from river water, identifying various antibiotic resistance genes and mutations associated with resistance to multiple antibiotics.
Genomic Characterization of an Extensively Drug-Resistant Extra-Intestinal Pathogenic (ExPEC) Escherichia coli Clinical Isolate Co-Producing Two Carbapenemases and a 16S rRNA Methylase.
The study describes an extensively drug-resistant (XDR) E. coli ST361 isolate co-carrying bla KPC-3, bla NDM-5, and various other resistance genes on multiple plasmids, showing resistance to nearly all antibiotics except tigecycline, colistin, and fosfomycin.
Detection and characterization of ESBL-producing Escherichia coli and additional co-existence with mcr genes from river water in northern Thailand.
The study identified ESBL-producing E. coli in river water in northern Thailand, with bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-14, and bla CTX-M-27 being the most prevalent beta-lactamase genes. Additionally, mcr-1.1 and mcr-3.4 genes were found to confer resistance to colistin. Various other resistance genes were also characterized, including aac(3)-IId, aadA5, ant(3″)-Ia, aph(3″)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, qnrS1, mdf(A), erm(B), mph(A), floR, sul2, sul3, tet(A), tet(X), tet(M), dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17, cmlA1, catA2, lnu(F), and erm(42).
Characterization of Escherichia coli and other bacteria isolated from condemned broilers at a Danish abattoir.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from condemned broiler carcasses, including beta-lactamase genes (bla TEM-1B, bla TEM-1C, bla TEM-220, bla TEM-106, bla TEM-135, bla TEM-126, bla TEM-127), sulfonamide resistance gene (sul 2), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aph (6)-Id, aph (3")-Ib, aph (3')-Ia, aad A1, aad A5, aac (3)- Via), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfr A1, dfr A14, dfr A15, dfr A17), tetracycline resistance genes (tet (A), tet (B)), and a macrolide resistance gene (mdf (A)).
The hazard of carbapenemase (OXA-181)-producing Escherichia coli spreading in pig and veal calf holdings in Italy in the genomics era: Risk of spill over and spill back between humans and animals.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including bla OXA-181, bla TEM-1B, aac (3)-IId, aad A2, cml A1, dfr A12, mef (B), sul 3, tet (A), tet (M), incX3, incX1, incFII, qnr S1, aph (3″)-Ib, aph (6)-Id, flo R, lnu (F), sul 2, sul 3, tet (B), mph (A), mph (G), qnr B4, rmt B, and fos A3, in OXA-181-producing E. coli isolates from pigs and bovines in Italy. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, cephalosporins, penicillins, aminoglycosides, trimethoprim, macrolides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, and fosfomycin.
A Cross-Validated Feature Selection (CVFS) approach for extracting the most parsimonious feature sets and discovering potential antimicrobial resistance (AMR) biomarkers.
The study presents a Cross-Validated Feature Selection (CVFS) approach for identifying the most parsimonious gene sets for predicting antimicrobial resistance (AMR) from bacterial pan-genomes. The CVFS approach was able to extract both known and novel AMR genes, demonstrating its effectiveness in selecting relevant features for AMR prediction.
Molluscs-A ticking microbial bomb.
The paper discusses the presence of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in bivalve molluscs, highlighting the spread of resistance to various antibiotics such as colistin, beta-lactams, fluoroquinolones, and tetracyclines. It emphasizes the role of bivalve aquacultures in the dissemination of ARGs and the potential risks to human health through the food chain.
Increasing trend of antimicrobial resistance in Shigella associated with MSM transmission in Barcelona, 2020-21: outbreak of XRD Shigella sonnei and dissemination of ESBL-producing Shigella flexneri.
The study reports an increasing trend of antimicrobial resistance in Shigella spp. among MSM in Barcelona, primarily due to the spread of XDR ESBL-producing S. sonnei and MDR ESBL-producing S. flexneri. Key AMR genes identified include bla CTX-M-27, mph(A), erm(B), dfrA17, sul1, and aadA5, along with fluoroquinolone resistance mutations in gyrA (S83L) and parC (S80I).
In silico analyses of diversity and dissemination of antimicrobial resistance genes and mobile genetics elements, for plasmids of enteric pathogens.
The study identifies a diverse array of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes across various plasmid replicon types in enteric pathogens, highlighting the prevalence of resistance genes in plasmids such as IncHI2, IncN, IncA/C, IncP, IncHI1, and IncFIA. Key AMR genes include aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IIg, aac(6')-Ib3, aadA1, aadA5, aph(3'')-Ib, bla CMY-2, bla CTX-M-27, bla NDM-1, mcr-9.1, and others, which confer resistance to antibiotics such as gentamicin, cephalosporins, carbapenems, colistin, and tetracycline.
Silver nanoparticles enhance the efficacy of aminoglycosides against antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including mcr-1, mcr-3, mcr-4, aadA5, catA1, bla CMY-2, bla CTX-M-55, dfrA17, fosA, mph(A), rmtB, strA, strB, sul1, sul2, bla TEM-1B, and bla CMY-48, which confer resistance to various antibiotics in different bacterial strains.
Integrative omics identifies conserved and pathogen-specific responses of sepsis-causing bacteria.
The study identified various AMR genes in sepsis-causing bacteria, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, tetracycline resistance genes, and others, highlighting the complexity of AMR in these pathogens.
Extensively Drug-Resistant Shigella flexneri 2a, California, USA, 2022
The study identifies multiple AMR genes in an extensively drug-resistant Shigella flexneri 2a isolate, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, mph(A), qnrS1, tet(B), dfrA17, sul1, and gyrA D87N+S83L, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics. Whole-genome sequencing confirmed the presence of these genes and guided effective treatment with fosfomycin.
Molecular epidemiology of enterically colonizing Escherichia coli with resistance against third-generation cephalosporins isolated from stool samples of European soldiers with concomitant diarrhea on deployment in Western African Mali.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15 and bla TEM-1b as the primary genes responsible for third-generation cephalosporin resistance in E. coli isolates from European soldiers in Mali. Additionally, several quinolone resistance genes including qnrS1, gyrA S83L, gyrA D87N, parE S458T, parE S458A, and parC S80I were found. Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole resistance was mediated by sul1, sul2, dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA14, and dfrA17. Gentamicin resistance was associated with aph6-Id, aph3-Ib, aac3-IId, aadA5, and aac6-Ib-cr5. Tetracycline resistance was conferred by tetA, tetB, and tetD.
Prevalence and Persistence of Antibiotic Resistance Determinants in the Gut of Travelers Returning to the United Kingdom is Associated with Colonization by Pathogenic Escherichia coli.
The study identified various antibiotic resistance genes in the gut microbiota of travelers returning to the UK, highlighting the association with colonization by pathogenic E. coli. Key findings include the prevalence of genes conferring resistance to macrolides, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and others.
Genomic Characteristics of a Multidrug-Resistant ST648 Escherichia coli Isolate Co-Carrying bla(KPC-2) and bla(CTX-M-15) Genes Recovered from a Respiratory Infection in China.
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant ST648 Escherichia coli isolate carrying bla(KPC-2) and bla(CTX-M-15) genes, along with other resistance genes such as tet(B), mdf(A), mph(A), dfrA17, aadA5, and sul1.
Role of multidrug resistance and co-resistance on a high percentage of streptomycin resistance in Escherichia coli isolated from chicken meats in Japan.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including strA/strB, blaTEM, tetB, aphA1, dfrA14, dfrA17, and cat1, which contribute to multidrug resistance in Escherichia coli isolated from chicken meats in Japan.
Urinary Plasmids Reduce Permissivity to Coliphage Infection.
Urinary E. coli plasmids reduce permissivity to coliphage infection. Specific plasmid-encoded genes such as bla TEM-1B, aadA5, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, tet(B), sul2, dfrA17, mph(A), qacE, catB3, traT, and senB contribute to antibiotic resistance and phage resistance.
Dominance of Escherichia coli sequence types ST73, ST95, ST127 and ST131 in Australian urine isolates: a genomic analysis of antimicrobial resistance and virulence linked to F plasmids.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes in E. coli isolates from Australian urine samples, including blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-14, blaTEM-28, sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA17, dfrA5, dfrA1, dfrB4, tetA, tetB, mphA, cmlA1, cmlA5, catB3, sat2, qnrD1, fosA7, aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IIe, aph(3')-IIa, aph(6)-Id, ant(3'')-IIa, intI1, and intI2. These genes were associated with resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, tetracycline, macrolides, chloramphenicol, streptothricin, quinolones, fosfomycin, and aminoglycosides.
Case of Extensively Drug-Resistant Shigella sonnei Infection, United States
The study reports a case of extensively drug-resistant Shigella sonnei infection in an immunocompromised patient, highlighting the challenge of identifying XDR strains using traditional microbiological methods and emphasizing the need for whole-genome sequencing for accurate diagnosis. The isolate exhibited resistance to all first-line antimicrobials, including ciprofloxacin, azithromycin, and ceftriaxone, and carried several AMR genes such as blaCTX-M-27, qnrB19, mph(A), sul1, sul2, dfrA1, dfrA17, and tet(A).
Genomic Characterization of Fecal Escherichia coli Isolates with Reduced Susceptibility to Beta-Lactam Antimicrobials from Wild Hogs and Coyotes.
The study identified beta-lactamase genes (blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-55, blaCTX-M-27), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetB, tetC), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IId, aadA5, ant(3")-Ia, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3")-lb, aph(6)-ld), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), amphenicol resistance gene (floR), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA17), and MLS resistance genes (Inu(F), erm(B), mph(A)) in E. coli isolates from coyotes and wild hogs. Additionally, chromosomal mutations in ampC, gyrA, parC, and parE were found to confer resistance to beta-lactam and quinolone antibiotics.
The impact of applying various de novo assembly and correction tools on the identification of genome characterization, drug resistance, and virulence factors of clinical isolates using ONT sequencing.
The study evaluates the impact of various de novo assembly and read correction tools on the identification of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes, plasmids, and virulence factors in clinical Escherichia coli isolates using Oxford Nanopore sequencing. It highlights the effectiveness of Flye and Canu in detecting AMR genes and the importance of read correction tools like Medaka and Racon in improving assembly quality and AMR gene detection.
Genomic epidemiology and antibiotic susceptibility profiling of uropathogenic Escherichia coli among children in the United States.
The study identified AMR genes blaCTX-M-15, sul1, dfrA12, and dfrA17 in ST131 E. coli isolates from children with UTIs, and mutations in gyrA and parC that confer fluoroquinolone resistance.
Uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC)-Associated Urinary Tract Infections: The Molecular Basis for Challenges to Effective Treatment.
This review discusses the molecular basis of challenges to effective treatment of UPEC-associated urinary tract infections, focusing on virulence factors and antibiotic resistance mechanisms.
Characterization of integrons, extended spectrum beta lactamases and genetic diversity among uropathogenic Escherichia coli isolates from Kerman, south east of Iran.
The study identified the presence of class I integrons and ESBLs, particularly bla CTX-M, bla TEM, and bla SHV, in uropathogenic E. coli isolates from Kerman, Iran. Additionally, various gene cassettes such as dfrA17-aadA5, aadA1-dfrA1, and others were detected, contributing to resistance against multiple antibiotics.
Characterization of integrons, extended spectrum beta lactamases and genetic diversity among uropathogenic Escherichia coli isolates from Kerman, south east of Iran.
The study identified the presence of class I integrons and ESBLs, particularly bla CTX-M, bla TEM, and bla SHV, in uropathogenic E. coli isolates from Kerman, Iran. Additionally, various gene cassettes such as dfrA17-aadA5, aadA1-dfrA1, and others were detected, contributing to resistance against multiple antibiotics.
Resistome and virulome of high-risk pandemic clones of multidrug-resistant extra-intestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli (ExPEC) isolated from tertiary healthcare settings in Uganda.
The study identified various AMR genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates, including blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1B, blaOXA-1, and others, which confer resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, macrolides, and quinolones. Additionally, chromosomal mutations in gyrA and parC were found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
CRISPR-Cas9-mediated IncF plasmid curing in extraintestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli.
The study identified several AMR genes carried on IncF plasmids in MDR ExPEC strains, including bla TEM-1, aac(3)-IId, tet(A), aph(6)-Id, aph(3')-Ib, mphA, sul1, sul2, aadA5, dfrA17, strAB, qacEdelta1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, catB3, bla OXA-1, bla CTX-M-27, and aac(6')-Ib-cr5. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and chloramphenicol.
Occurrence and temporal distribution of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli in clams from the Central Adriatic, Italy.
The study identified several β-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-55, bla SHV12, bla CMY-2, bla TEM-1B, bla TEM-106, and bla TEM-126, which confer resistance to various β-lactam antibiotics. Other resistance genes such as aac(6′)-Ib-cr, qnrS1, tet(A), tet(B), tet(M), aadA5, aadA2b, sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA17, dfrA5, dfrA14, dfrA12, mph(A), cmlA1, catA2, aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, and lnu(F) were also characterized, providing insights into the multidrug resistance profiles of ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from clams in the Central Adriatic.
Early-Onset Infection Caused by Escherichia coli Sequence Type 1193 in Late Preterm and Full-Term Neonates.
The study identifies several AMR genes in E. coli ST1193 strains causing early-onset sepsis in neonates, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, mph(A), aac(6')-Ib-cr, dfrA17, aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IIa, aph(3”)-Ib, sul2, catB3, sitABCD, tet(B), and blaTEM-1B, which confer resistance to various antibiotics.
Metagenomic identification of pathogens and antimicrobial-resistant genes in bacterial positive blood cultures by nanopore sequencing.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in bacterial positive blood cultures using nanopore sequencing, demonstrating the effectiveness of this method in detecting resistance mechanisms and pathogens quickly.
Genomic Characterization of a Plasmid-Free and Highly Drug-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Indiana Isolate in China.
The study identifies 54 AMR genes and three AMR gene cassettes in the plasmid-free, highly drug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Indiana isolate S1467, contributing to resistance against multiple antimicrobial classes.
Whole-Genome Sequencing of an Escherichia coli ST69 Strain Harboring bla(CTX-M-27) on a Hybrid Plasmid.
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant E. coli ST69 strain carrying the bla(CTX-M-27) gene on a hybrid plasmid, along with various other antibiotic resistance genes such as aminoglycoside, macrolide, sulfonamide, tetracycline, and trimethoprim resistance genes.
Dynamics of Antimicrobial Resistance Carriage in Koalas (Phascolarctos Cinereus) and Pteropid Bats (Pteropus Poliocephalus) Before, During and After Wildfires.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes, including class 1 integrons and bla TEM genes, in koalas and Pteropid bats before, during, and after wildfires. The presence of these genes was influenced by factors such as fire-impact, captivity, and antibiotic usage.
The plasmidome associated with Gram-negative bloodstream infections: A large-scale observational study using complete plasmid assemblies.
The study characterizes the plasmidome associated with Gram-negative bloodstream infections, revealing that most isolates carry a large plasmid from a small number of plasmid groups. These plasmids often carry multiple antibiotic resistance, virulence, and heavy metal resistance genes. The research highlights the potential for high-risk plasmid backbones to acquire and spread ARGs, emphasizing the need for broader surveillance strategies beyond traditional AMR-focused studies.
Prevalence and molecular characterization of multi-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from clinical bovine mastitis in China.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in E. coli isolates from bovine mastitis, including blaTEM, blaCTX, dfrA1, dfrA1-aadA1, dfrA1-catB2-aadA1, dfrA17-aadA5, aadA1, aadA5, catB2, catB3, and mutations in gyrA, parC, gyrB, and parE associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Prevalence and molecular characterization of multi-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from clinical bovine mastitis in China.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in E. coli isolates from bovine mastitis, including blaTEM, blaCTX, dfrA1, dfrA1-aadA1, dfrA1-catB2-aadA1, dfrA17-aadA5, aadA1, aadA5, catB2, catB3, and mutations in gyrA, parC, gyrB, and parE associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Global transmission of extended-spectrum cephalosporin resistance in Escherichia coli driven by epidemic plasmids.
The study identifies several epidemic plasmid subtypes carrying extended-spectrum cephalosporin resistance (ESC-R) genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and bla CMY-2, which are responsible for the global dissemination of ESC-R in Escherichia coli.
A review of the mechanisms that confer antibiotic resistance in pathotypes of E. coli.
The review discusses the mechanisms of antibiotic resistance in pathotypes of E. coli, focusing on the role of beta-lactamases, carbapenemases, and other resistance genes. It highlights the importance of understanding these mechanisms to combat the growing problem of antibiotic resistance.
Resistome Analysis of Klebsiella pneumoniae Complex from Residential Aged Care Facilities Demonstrates Intra-facility Clonal Spread of Multidrug-Resistant Isolates.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in K. pneumoniae isolates from RACFs, including beta-lactamases (bla DHA-1, bla SHV-1, bla SHV-27, bla CTX-M-14), fluoroquinolone resistance determinant qnrB4, and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole resistance determinants dfrA17 and sul1. Mutations in ompK35, ompK37, prmA, pmrB, eptA, and parC were also found to contribute to resistance.
Genomic characterization of multi drug resistant ESBL-producing Escherichia coli isolates from patients and patient environments in a teaching hospital in Ghana.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from patients and the hospital environment, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, bla OXA-1, and various aminoglycoside, macrolide, tetracycline, sulfonamide, and trimethoprim resistance genes. Additionally, PMQR genes like qnrS1, qnrB19, qnrB4, and qepA4 were detected, contributing to quinolone resistance.
Carriage Rate of Enterobacterales Resistant to Extended-Spectrum Cephalosporins in the Tunisian Population.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15 and bla DHA-1 as the primary genes conferring resistance to extended-spectrum cephalosporins in Enterobacterales isolated from healthy Tunisian individuals. Additional resistance mechanisms included aminoglycoside, sulfonamide, tetracycline, and quinolone resistance genes.
Genomic profiling of pan-drug resistant proteus mirabilis Isolates reveals antimicrobial resistance and virulence gene landscape.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in pan-drug resistant Proteus mirabilis isolates, including genes conferring resistance to aminoglycosides, beta-lactams, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and others. These genes were found on the chromosome and contributed to the isolates' resistance to various antibiotic classes.
Genomic Characterization of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing and Third-Generation Cephalosporin-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolated from Stools of Primary Healthcare Patients in Ethiopia.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in E. coli isolates, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, tet(A), qnrS1, and others, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance in the region.
Comprehensive Genomic Analysis of Uropathogenic E. coli: Virulence Factors, Antimicrobial Resistance, and Mobile Genetic Elements.
The study identified numerous antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in uropathogenic E. coli isolates, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, tetracycline resistance genes, and quinolone resistance genes. Mutations in gyrA, parC, parE, and marR were associated with fluoroquinolone resistance, while mutations in PmrB, CyaA, GlpT, PtsI, and UhpT were linked to fosfomycin resistance.
A single amplified genome catalog reveals the dynamics of mobilome and resistome in the human microbiome.
The study identifies numerous AMR genes in oral and fecal SAGs, highlighting the presence of resistance mechanisms such as efflux pumps, quinolone resistance proteins, dihydrofolate reductases, erythromycin ribosome methyltransferases, and aminoglycoside phosphotransferases.
Molecular Characterization of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli from Fecal Samples of Wild Animals.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli isolates from wild animals, including beta-lactamases (bla TEM-1B, bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-55, bla EC-1982), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IIa, aadA2, aadA5, ant(3")-Ia, aph(3")-Ib, aph(3′)-Ia, aph(6)-Id), tetracycline resistance genes (tetB, tetA), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfrA17, dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA12), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), macrolide/lincosamide/streptogramin resistance genes (mphB, lnuF, ermC, mefC), quinolone resistance genes (qnrB19, qnrB5, qnrS1, qnrS2), and others. Additionally, point mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE were associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genome and antibiotic resistance characteristics of Shigella clinical isolates in Fujian Province, Southeast China, 2005-2019.
The study identified various AMR genes in Shigella isolates from Fujian Province, including beta-lactamases (bla TEM-1, bla OXA-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-64), macrolide resistance genes (mphA, ermB), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetB), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA, aph(3')-Ib, aac(3)-IId), chloramphenicol resistance gene (catA1), and sulfonamide/trimethoprim resistance genes (sul1, sul2, dfrA1, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17).
Increased Severity of Multidrug-Resistant Shigella sonnei Infections in People Experiencing Homelessness.
The study identifies a clonal expansion of multidrug-resistant Shigella sonnei (genotype 3.6.1.1.2) with resistance to multiple antibiotics, including ampicillin, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, ciprofloxacin, and azithromycin.
Interrelation Between Pathoadaptability Factors and Crispr-Element Patterns in the Genomes of Escherichia coli Isolates Collected from Healthy Puerperant Women in Ural Region, Russia.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from healthy puerperant women, including beta-lactamases (bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1C, bla DHA-1, bla CTX-M-27, bla TEM-1B, bla OXA-1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA5, dfrA17), and a fosfomycin resistance gene (fosA).
Characterizing Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus spp. and Extended-Spectrum Cephalosporin-Resistant Escherichia coli in Cattle.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli and MRSA isolates from cattle in Austria, including bla CTX-M-1/15, bla CTX-M-9, bla TEM, tet (A), tet (B), dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA14, dfrA17, sul2, sul3, aadA1, aadA2, floR, cmlA, aphA, and bla ACT. Additionally, the MRSA isolate carried the mecA gene, indicating methicillin resistance.
Fecal carriage of ESBL-producing E. coli and genetic characterization in rural children and livestock in the Somali region, Ethiopia: a one health approach.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15 as the most prevalent ESBL gene in both human and animal E. coli isolates, along with other resistance genes such as bla TEM-1B, bla OXA-1, and various aminoglycoside, sulfonamide, and trimethoprim resistance genes. Mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE were also associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Diversity and Resistance Profiles of ESBL-Producing Gram-Negative Bacteria from Dairy Farms in Southern Türkiye.
The study identified ESBL-producing Gram-negative bacteria, including E. coli and C. freundii, carrying the blaCTX-M-15 gene, along with additional resistance genes such as qnrS1, sul1, aadA5, dfrA17, and mph(A). These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, highlighting the spread of multidrug-resistant strains in dairy farms in southern Türkiye.
Genome-based development and clinical evaluation of a customized LAMP panel to rapidly detect, quantify, and determine antibiotic sensitivity of Escherichia coli in native urine samples from urological patients.
The study developed a LAMP panel to detect and determine antibiotic sensitivity of E. coli in urine samples, focusing on resistance genes such as blaTEM1-β, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-15, sul2, dfrA17, and hlyA.
Can α-Mangostin and Photodynamic Therapy Support Ciprofloxacin in the Inactivation of Uropathogenic Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus Strains?
The study identified several antibiotic resistance genes in clinical strains of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, including blaZ, grlA, grlB, gyrA, mecA, ermC, aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib, aadA5, blaCTX-M-27, mph(A), sul1, sul2, tet(A), and dfrA17. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, and macrolides.
Antibiotic Resistance in Mammalian Wild Game: A Meta-Analysis
The study presents a comprehensive meta-analysis of antibiotic resistance in bacteria isolated from mammalian wild game, highlighting the prevalence of various AMR genes and mutations across different bacterial species.
Emerging Resistance and Virulence Patterns in Salmonella enterica: Insights into Silver Nanoparticles as an Antimicrobial Strategy.
The study identified various AMR genes in Salmonella enterica isolates, including blaTEM-1, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, ant(2")-Ia, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, mph(A), tet(A), tet(B), sul1, sul2, sul3, qnrA1, qnrB19, dfrA5, dfrA12, dfrA17, cmlA1, and cmlA5, which confer resistance to β-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, fluoroquinolones, trimethoprim, and chloramphenicol.
Emerging multi-drug resistant and extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-positive enterotoxigenic E. coli (ETEC) clones circulating in aquatic environments and in patients.
The study identifies bla CTX-M-15, qnrS1, dfrA17, aadA5, and sul1 as key AMR genes in ESBL-positive ETEC clones circulating in aquatic environments and in patients.
Occurrence of "under-the-radar" antibiotic resistance in anthropogenically affected produce.
The study identifies several clinically relevant AMR genes, including beta-lactamases (bla CTX-M, bla TEM, bla SHV, bla VIM-1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA5, dfrA17, mph(A)), quinolone resistance gene (qnrS1), and sulfonamide resistance gene (sul1), which were found in anthropogenically affected lettuce samples. These genes were associated with multidrug-resistant (MDR) Enterobacteriaceae and were capable of horizontal gene transfer.
Genomic insights into plasmid mediated AMR genes, virulence factors and mobile genetic elements in raw milk Escherichia coli from Gujarat, India.
The study identified multiple antibiotic resistance genes in E. coli isolates from raw milk in Gujarat, India, including beta-lactamases, quinolone resistance genes, efflux pumps, folate pathway antagonists, aminoglycoside resistance genes, and tetracycline resistance genes.
Eradication of Helicobacter pylori reshapes gut microbiota and facilitates the evolution of antimicrobial resistance through gene transfer and genomic mutations in the gut.
H. pylori eradication led to the enrichment of various AMR genes, including beta-lactamases, macrolide phosphotransferases, erythromycin ribosome methyltransferases, sulfonamide resistance proteins, tetracycline efflux pumps, dihydrofolate reductase, quaternary ammonium compound efflux pumps, and aminoglycoside phosphotransferases. Additionally, genomic mutations in parC, parE, and gyrA were associated with fluoroquinolone resistance in E. coli.
Wastewater based genomic surveillance key to population level monitoring of AmpC/ESBL producing Escherichia coli.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in AmpC/ESBL-producing E. coli from wastewater samples in Finland, highlighting the prevalence of blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-27, and other resistance determinants.
Next-generation diagnostics of bloodstream infections enabled by rapid whole-genome sequencing of bacterial cells purified from blood cultures.
The study presents a rapid whole-genome sequencing workflow (LC-WGS) for diagnosing bloodstream infections, demonstrating accurate identification of bacterial pathogens and detection of clinically relevant resistance markers within 4.2 hours. The workflow successfully identified various AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla DHA-1, bla KPC-2, bla KPC-3, bla NDM-1, bla OXA-23, armA, mecA, vanRSHAXYZ, aac(6')-Ie/aph(2'')-Ia, aph(3')-IIIa, aac(6')-I, sul1, and dfrA17.
Pan-genome analysis of the Enterobacter hormaechei complex highlights its genomic flexibility and pertinence as a multidrug resistant pathogen.
The study identifies a wide range of antibiotic resistance genes in the Enterobacter hormaechei complex, highlighting its multidrug-resistant nature and the role of mobile genetic elements in the dissemination of resistance.
Antimicrobial Resistance in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Review of Environmental, Food, and Clinical Impacts
The study identifies several AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-15, floR, and various tetracycline and sulfonamide resistance genes, highlighting the spread of multidrug-resistant bacteria in Nigeria's environment, food supply chain, and clinical settings.
Molecular characterization of multidrug-resistant E. coli recovered from diarrheagenic children under 5 years from Mukuru Informal Settlement, Nairobi, Kenya, based on whole-genome sequencing analysis.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from diarrheagenic children in Nairobi, Kenya, highlighting the presence of blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-15, qnrS1, qnrB4, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and other resistance mechanisms.
Transmissible antimicrobial resistance in Escherichia coli isolated from household drinking water in Ibadan, Nigeria.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from household water in Ibadan, Nigeria, including blaTEM-1B, dfrA14, tetA, qnrS1, and mcr-1, highlighting the potential for horizontal gene transfer and the risk of AMR spread in the environment.
Trimethoprim resistance in Escherichia coli exhibits an allele-specific growth advantage.
The study identifies that specific dfrA alleles, such as dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA14, and dfrA17, confer trimethoprim resistance in E. coli. The growth behavior of isolates carrying these alleles varies, with some showing a faster growth phenotype in the presence of trimethoprim.
Variants of β-lactamase-encoding genes are disseminated by multiple genetically distinct lineages of bloodstream Escherichia coli.
The study identified multiple β-lactamase genes, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-15, and bla OXA-1, along with other AMR genes such as aadA5, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, mphA, sul1, sul2, tetA, dfrA17, and aac(6')-Ib-cr5, which confer resistance to various antimicrobial classes in bloodstream E. coli isolates.
Antimicrobial resistance and virulence gene profiles of Escherichia coli isolated from poultry farms using One Health perspective in Abeokuta, Nigeria.
The study identified 30 different resistance determinants in 14 whole genome sequenced E. coli isolates from poultry farms in Abeokuta, Nigeria. These included genes such as blaTEM-1B, blaCARB-2, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, floR, sul1, sul2, tet(A), and tet(B), among others, which conferred resistance to various antimicrobial classes.
Clonal Dissemination of Pandrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST392KL27 in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Mexico.
Evidence of ESBL plasmid transfer and selective persistence of multiple host-associated Escherichia coli isolates in a chicken cecal fermentation model.
The study identifies multiple ESBL-producing E. coli isolates and characterizes their resistance genes, highlighting the transfer of bla CTX-M-1 plasmids among isolates in a chicken cecal fermentation model.
Whole-Genome Sequencing Uncovers Chromosomal and Plasmid-Borne Multidrug Resistance and Virulence Genes in Poultry-Associated Escherichia coli from Nigeria.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in a multidrug-resistant E. coli strain from poultry in Nigeria, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaTEM-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA5, aph(3'')-Ib, sul1, sul2, tet(A), mph(A), and dfrA17, highlighting the role of plasmids in the spread of resistance.
Genomic and epidemiological characteristics of Shigella boydii in Australia, 1991-2022.
The study identified high levels of antimicrobial resistance in Shigella boydii, with over 60% of isolates classified as multidrug-resistant. Key resistance genes included blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-3, blaDHA-1, mphA, sul1, sul2, dfrA1, dfrA14, dfrA5, dfrA12, dfrA17, dfrA7, aadA1, aph(3’’)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, tet(A), and tet(B). Mutations in gyrA and parC were associated with ciprofloxacin resistance and reduced susceptibility.
Antibiotic resistance in mastitis-causing bacteria: Exploring antibiotic-resistance genes, underlying mechanisms, and their implications for dairy animal and public health.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in Staphylococcus aureus and coagulase-negative staphylococci associated with mastitis, including blaZ, mecA, tetK, tetM, aphA3, aacA-aphD, aadD, ermA, msrA, mphC, lnuB, and vanA, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as β-lactams, tetracyclines, aminoglycosides, macrolides, and glycopeptides.
Emerging threat of antimicrobial resistance determinants and plasmid replicon types acquisition by Escherichia coli of poultry and other food-producing animal origin in China: local findings with global implications.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Escherichia coli from poultry and other food-producing animals in China, highlighting the prevalence of beta-lactamases, tetracycline resistance genes, aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, quinolone resistance genes, and sulfonamide resistance genes.
Antimicrobial resistance and virulence profiling of waterfowl-derived Salmonella in Sichuan from 2021 to 2023.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in waterfowl-derived Salmonella isolates, including aac(6')-Iaa, bla_OXA-1, bla_CTX-M-65, catB3, sul2, fosA3, lnu(F), dfrA17, and cfr. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, highlighting the multidrug resistance profile of the isolates.
Genomic characterization of Klebsiella pneumoniae clinical isolates from cancer patients: resistance profiles, virulence factors, and sequence typing.
The study identified several AMR genes in K. pneumoniae isolates from cancer patients, including genes conferring resistance to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, tobramycin, levofloxacin, and carbapenems. Key resistance genes included sul1, sul2, dfrA1, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA27, aadA16, aadA2, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aph(4)-Ia, ACC(3)-IId, ACC(3)-IIV, AAC(6')-Ib-cr, QnrS1, QnrB17, QnrB20, QnrB4, CTX-M, SHV, TEM, DHA-1, LAP-2, bla_kpc-1, bla_ndm-5, and bla_oxa-10.
Multidrug resistant hypervirulent ST307 clone from genomic surveillance of extended spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae species complex in East Africa.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1D, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA16, strB, qnrS1, sul2, sul1, catII.2, tet(A), dfrA14, arr-3, and mphA, in ESBL-KpSC isolates from East Africa, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance.
Genomic islands and plasmid borne antimicrobial resistance genes drive the evolution of high-risk, ST-131 uropathogenic E. coli NS30.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes, including blaOXA-1, sul1, aadA5, aac(6')-Ib-cr, catB3, and dfrA17, in the conjugative plasmid pNS30-1 of E. coli NS30. These genes contribute to multidrug resistance and are part of a Tn402-type class 1 integron. The plasmid is capable of horizontal transfer, highlighting its role in the dissemination of AMR.
Genomic and In Vivo Characterization of Antimicrobial Resistance and Virulence in UPEC Escherichia coli Isolated from Brazilian Cases of UTI.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in UPEC strains, including aac(3)-IId, AAC(6')-Ib-cr, APH(3')-Ib, APH(6')-Ib, sul2, dfrA17, tet(B), TEM-1, OXA-1, and SHV-12, which confer resistance to aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, tetracycline, and beta-lactams.
A Monitoring Method to Evaluate the Accumulation of Antimicrobial-Resistance Genes in Gram-Negative Bacteria Distributed in Environmental Water.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from environmental water samples, including bla NDM-5, bla CTX-M-27, bla DHA-1, and others, indicating the presence of carbapenem-resistant and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing bacteria in the Vietnamese VAC ecosystem.
Slaughterhouse Wastewater as a Reservoir of Thermotolerant E. coli With Antimicrobial Resistance and Virulence Potential in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from slaughterhouse wastewater, including blaTEM, blaCTX-M-15, blaIMP-1, blaIMP-4, blaOXA-48, dfrA17, tetA, sul2, and qnrS, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains.
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