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phosphoethanolamine--lipid A transferase MCR-1.1
Overview
| Candidate |
| E468A | - | - | - | Polymyxin b|Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| E246A | - | - | - | Polymyxin b|Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| S464G | - | - | - | Polymyxin b|Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| T247A | - | - | - | Polymyxin b|Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| H478A | - | Escherichia coli | Polymyxin b|ColistinColistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| E105A | - | - | - | Polymyxin b|Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| T285A | - | - | - | Polymyxin b|Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| N108S | - | - | - | Polymyxin b|Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| D465E | - | - | - | Polymyxin b|Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| L120A | - | - | - | Polymyxin b|Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| D465A | - | - | - | Polymyxin b|Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| E116A | - | abolished MCR-1-mediated protection of recombinant E. coli from colistin | Escherichia coli | Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| D463E | - | - | Salmonella enterica, Escherichia coli | Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| H388R | - | - | Escherichia coli, Salmonella enterica | Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| S284D | - | - | E. coli | Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| P198A | - | Escherichia coli | Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| P198Y | - | Escherichia coli | Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| T283A | - | - | Escherichia coli, Salmonella enterica | Colistin | Reslit | Candidate |
| Allele | Database | Papers | Drug Classes | Organisms | Countries | Years | Sequence Accession | Protein Accession |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCR-1.1 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 103 | COLISTIN, Colistin +3 | Escherichia coli +28 | China, Italy, China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States, Russia, Spain, Spain|porcine, Europe, South Korea, Qatar, Lebanon|Guangzhou, China, Syrian refugee camps, Singapore, Czech Republic|Brazil|China|Germany|Poland, Egypt, Abuja, Nigeria, Beijing, China|China, Brazil, Thailand, Portugal, Serbia, Taiwan, Poland|Portugal|Denmark|United Kingdom|Italy|Germany|France|Spain|China|Brazil|Thailand|Japan|USA|Belgium|Switzerland|Uruguay|Lebanon|South Korea|Egypt|Czech Republic|Australia|India, Spain|Asturias, Northern Spain, China|Guangdong|Anhui, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Khon Kaen province, Thailand, India|China|Australia, Colombian hospitals, Belgium, Belgium|The Netherlands|Europe, Shenzhen, China|China, Shanghai, India, Belgium|Netherlands, Thailand|China|Spain|Switzerland|Israel|USA|Indonesia|Asia, Bangladesh, Armenia, Poland, Australia, Ecuador, Finland, Shandong, China, Cambodia, Guizhou province, China|Guizhou, China, Argentina, Japan, Malaysia, Peru, Europe|China|Japan, Canada, Shandong Province|adjacent regions in China, China|Shenzhen, China, Sichuan province, Southern Togo|Togo, United Arab Emirates | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 | KP347127.1 | AKF16168.1 |
| mcr-1.1 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | 2016 | KP347127 | - |
| mcr-1 | Reslit | 610 | Colistin, Polymyxin +2 | |||||
| MCR-1.2 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 12 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Klebsiella pneumoniae +4 | Italy, Oltrepò Pavese Area, Northern Italy|Italy, China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States, Poland|Portugal|Denmark|United Kingdom|Italy|Germany|France|Spain|China|Brazil|Thailand|Japan|USA|Belgium|Switzerland|Uruguay|Lebanon|South Korea|Egypt|Czech Republic|Australia|India, Canada | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2025 | LXQO00000000|KX236309 | OBY14952.1 |
| mcr-1.2 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Klebsiella pneumoniae | - | 2016 | KX236309 | - |
| mcr-1.3 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | 2017 | KU934208 | - |
| MCR-1.3 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 5 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | China, China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States | 2017, 2018 | KU934208 | ANJ15621.1 |
| MCR-1.6 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 5 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium +3 | China, China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States | 2017, 2018 | KY352406 | AQK48217.1 |
| mcr-1.6 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Typhimurium | - | 2017 | KY352406 | - |
| MCR-1.5 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 10 | COLISTIN, Colistin | Escherichia coli +3 | Argentina|Canada, China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States, South Korea, Argentina, Brazil | 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2024, 2025 | KY283125.1 | APM84488.1 |
| MCR-1.10 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 6 | COLISTIN, Colistin | Moraxella sp. MSG13-C03 +3 | Great Britain, China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States, Spain | 2017, 2018, 2019 | MF176238.1 | ASK49940.1 |
| mcr-1.10 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Moraxella sp. MSG13-C03 | - | 2017 | MF176238 | - |
| MCR-1.4 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 5 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | China, China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States | 2017, 2018 | KY582848|KY829117|KY463451|CP019213|KY463454|KY463452|MUWZ00000000|MSRB00000000|MSQX00000000|CP019214|MSQY00000000|MSQZ00000000|MSRA00000000 | APM87143.1 |
| MCR-1.7 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 5 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | China, China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States | 2017, 2018 | KY582848|KY829117|KY463451|CP019213|KY463454|KY463452|MUWZ00000000|MSRB00000000|MSQX00000000|CP019214|MSQY00000000|MSQZ00000000|MSRA00000000 | AQQ11622.1 |
| mcr-1.7 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | 2017 | KY488488 | - |
| mcr-1.4 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | 2017 | KY041856 | - |
| MCR-1.9 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 7 | COLISTIN, Colistin | Escherichia coli +2 | China, China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States, Portugal | 2018, 2019 | KY964067.1 | ASK38392.2 |
| MCR-1.13 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 5 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | Italy, China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States | 2018 | PRJEB23728|PRJEB23778|PRJEB21546|PRJEB26479 | AVM85874.1 |
| MCR-1.11 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 5 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Escherichia coli +2 | China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States, China|United States|United Kingdom|Europe | 2018, 2022 | KP347127.1|AKF16168.1|WP_049589868.1|KX236309.1|ANR95875.1|WP_065274078.1|KU934208.1|ANJ15621.1|WP_077064885.1|KY041856.1|APM87143.1|WP_076611062.1|KY283125.1|APM84488.1|WP_076611061.1|KY352406.1|AQK48217.1|WP_077248208.1|KY488488.1|AQQ11622.1|WP_085562392.1|KY683842.1|AQY61516.1|WP_085562407.1|KY964067.1|ASK38392.2|WP_099982800.1|MF176238.1|ASK49940.1|WP_096807442.1|KY853650.1|ATM29809.1|WP_099982815.1|LC337668.1|BBB21811.1|WP_104009850.1|MG384739.1|AVM85874.1|WP_109545056.1|LT598652.1|SBV31106.1|WP_065419574.1|MF176239.1|ASK49941.1|WP_078254299.1|KY924928.1|ASF81896.1|WP_039026394.1|MF495680.1|ASU10319.1|WP_099982814.1|FLXA01000011.1|SBZ31568.1|WP_065804663.1|MF489760.1|ASU04896.1|WP_089613755.1|MF598076.1|AST36140.1|WP_042649074.1|MF598077.1|AST36141.1|WP_099156047.1|MF598078.1|AST36143.1|WP_099156048.1|MF598080.1|AST36144.1|WP_099156049.1|MG214531.1|ATQ63376.1|WP_099982820.1|MG489958.1|AUN87920.1|WP_102607465.1|MG564491.1|AVZ47168.1|WP_109545070.1|MF543359.1|ASR73329.1|WP_099156046.1|MF543359.1|ASR73329.1|WP_099156046.1|MF598076.1|AST36140.1|WP_042649074.1|MG822663.1|AVK94777|WP_109545058.1|MG026621.1|AUI38915.1|WP_011638903.1|MG822665.1|AVK94779.1|WP_109545055.1|MG822664.1|AVK94778.1|WP_109545054.1|KY807921.1|ASK40551.1|WP_053821788.1|MG384740.1|AVM85875.1|WP_109545057.1|MF176240.1|ASK49942.1|WP_099982813.1|MG267386.1|AUR80098.1|WP_104009851.1 | |
| MCR-1.8 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 4 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States | 2018 | KP347127.1|AKF16168.1|WP_049589868.1|KX236309.1|ANR95875.1|WP_065274078.1|KU934208.1|ANJ15621.1|WP_077064885.1|KY041856.1|APM87143.1|WP_076611062.1|KY283125.1|APM84488.1|WP_076611061.1|KY352406.1|AQK48217.1|WP_077248208.1|KY488488.1|AQQ11622.1|WP_085562392.1|KY683842.1|AQY61516.1|WP_085562407.1|KY964067.1|ASK38392.2|WP_099982800.1|MF176238.1|ASK49940.1|WP_096807442.1|KY853650.1|ATM29809.1|WP_099982815.1|LC337668.1|BBB21811.1|WP_104009850.1|MG384739.1|AVM85874.1|WP_109545056.1|LT598652.1|SBV31106.1|WP_065419574.1|MF176239.1|ASK49941.1|WP_078254299.1|KY924928.1|ASF81896.1|WP_039026394.1|MF495680.1|ASU10319.1|WP_099982814.1|FLXA01000011.1|SBZ31568.1|WP_065804663.1|MF489760.1|ASU04896.1|WP_089613755.1|MF598076.1|AST36140.1|WP_042649074.1|MF598077.1|AST36141.1|WP_099156047.1|MF598078.1|AST36143.1|WP_099156048.1|MF598080.1|AST36144.1|WP_099156049.1|MG214531.1|ATQ63376.1|WP_099982820.1|MG489958.1|AUN87920.1|WP_102607465.1|MG564491.1|AVZ47168.1|WP_109545070.1|MF543359.1|ASR73329.1|WP_099156046.1|MF543359.1|ASR73329.1|WP_099156046.1|MF598076.1|AST36140.1|WP_042649074.1|MG822663.1|AVK94777|WP_109545058.1|MG026621.1|AUI38915.1|WP_011638903.1|MG822665.1|AVK94779.1|WP_109545055.1|MG822664.1|AVK94778.1|WP_109545054.1|KY807921.1|ASK40551.1|WP_053821788.1|MG384740.1|AVM85875.1|WP_109545057.1|MF176240.1|ASK49942.1|WP_099982813.1|MG267386.1|AUR80098.1|WP_104009851.1 | |
| MCR-1.12 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 5 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | China|Belgium|Italy|Germany|Spain|Brazil|Denmark|United Kingdom|Canada|Argentina|Japan|Australia|France|South Korea|United States, China | 2018, 2019 | KP347127.1|AKF16168.1|WP_049589868.1|KX236309.1|ANR95875.1|WP_065274078.1|KU934208.1|ANJ15621.1|WP_077064885.1|KY041856.1|APM87143.1|WP_076611062.1|KY283125.1|APM84488.1|WP_076611061.1|KY352406.1|AQK48217.1|WP_077248208.1|KY488488.1|AQQ11622.1|WP_085562392.1|KY683842.1|AQY61516.1|WP_085562407.1|KY964067.1|ASK38392.2|WP_099982800.1|MF176238.1|ASK49940.1|WP_096807442.1|KY853650.1|ATM29809.1|WP_099982815.1|LC337668.1|BBB21811.1|WP_104009850.1|MG384739.1|AVM85874.1|WP_109545056.1|LT598652.1|SBV31106.1|WP_065419574.1|MF176239.1|ASK49941.1|WP_078254299.1|KY924928.1|ASF81896.1|WP_039026394.1|MF495680.1|ASU10319.1|WP_099982814.1|FLXA01000011.1|SBZ31568.1|WP_065804663.1|MF489760.1|ASU04896.1|WP_089613755.1|MF598076.1|AST36140.1|WP_042649074.1|MF598077.1|AST36141.1|WP_099156047.1|MF598078.1|AST36143.1|WP_099156048.1|MF598080.1|AST36144.1|WP_099156049.1|MG214531.1|ATQ63376.1|WP_099982820.1|MG489958.1|AUN87920.1|WP_102607465.1|MG564491.1|AVZ47168.1|WP_109545070.1|MF543359.1|ASR73329.1|WP_099156046.1|MF543359.1|ASR73329.1|WP_099156046.1|MF598076.1|AST36140.1|WP_042649074.1|MG822663.1|AVK94777|WP_109545058.1|MG026621.1|AUI38915.1|WP_011638903.1|MG822665.1|AVK94779.1|WP_109545055.1|MG822664.1|AVK94778.1|WP_109545054.1|KY807921.1|ASK40551.1|WP_053821788.1|MG384740.1|AVM85875.1|WP_109545057.1|MF176240.1|ASK49942.1|WP_099982813.1|MG267386.1|AUR80098.1|WP_104009851.1 | |
| mcr | Reslit | 25 | Colistin, Polymyxin +2 | Escherichia coli +28 | China, Vietnam, Europe|Asia|North America|South America|Oceania|Africa, France, Europe|Greece, China|Europe, Global, global, Japan, Saudi Arabia|hospital, Canada, USA|China|Japan|Spain|United Kingdom|Germany|France|South Korea|Netherlands|Viet Nam|Laos|Canada|Czech Republic|Argentina|Brazil|Belgium|Denmark|Iran|Australia|Croatia|Ghana|Mexico|Missing, Boston, USA|Vellore, India, Hong Kong | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 | MH298521.1 | - |
| mcr-1-like | Reslit | 1 | Colistin | Escherichia coli | Cambodia | 2019 | - | - |
| mcr1 | Reslit | 11 | Colistin, Polymyxin | Klebsiella pneumoniae +3 | Korea, Europe, Italy|Europe, Zhanjiang, China, Singapore, Nepal, Europe|Africa|North America|South America|Asia|Oceania, Lebanon | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 | KCDC | - |
| MCR-1.26 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 9 | COLISTIN, Colistin +1 | Escherichia coli +3 | Germany, Poland|Portugal|Denmark|United Kingdom|Italy|Germany|France|Spain|China|Brazil|Thailand|Japan|USA|Belgium|Switzerland|Uruguay|Lebanon|South Korea|Egypt|Czech Republic|Australia|India, Lebanon, Germany|Lebanon|Netherlands|Czech Republic, Shandong, China | 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025 | JAAGSA010000042.1 | NEU93872.1 |
| MCR-1.27 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 5 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Escherichia coli +1 | Germany, Poland|Portugal|Denmark|United Kingdom|Italy|Germany|France|Spain|China|Brazil|Thailand|Japan|USA|Belgium|Switzerland|Uruguay|Lebanon|South Korea|Egypt|Czech Republic|Australia|India | 2020, 2021 | NG_068217.1|NG_068218.1 | NEU89143.1 |
| mcr-1.27 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | - | - | 2020 | 68218, JAAGSB010000042 | - |
| mcr-1.26 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | - | - | 2020 | 68217, JAAGSA010000042 | - |
| MCR-1.19 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 5 | COLISTIN, Colistin | Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Typhimurium +1 | China | 2021 | MK490674.1 | QBC35984.1 |
| mcr1.1 | Reslit | 4 | Colistin | Klebsiella pneumoniae +2 | Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Australia, Europe | 2021, 2024, 2025 | PRJNA293225 | - |
| MCR-1.22 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | 2021 | MN017134.1 | QDO71694.1 |
| MCR-1.33 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 4 | Polymyxin, COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | China | 2022 | CP086220-CP086228|OL624718 | UGY30527.1 |
| mcr -1 | Reslit | 1 | Colistin | Escherichia coli | Malaysia | 2022 | - | - |
| MCR-1.34 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 5 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | China | 2022 | MZ450868 | UDD66098.1 |
| MCR-1 | Reslit | 2 | Colistin | Escherichia coli | Brazil, Jordan | 2022, 2024 | - | - |
| MCR-1.35 | Reference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 3 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Moraxella spp. +3 | China | 2023 | CP099960|CP101111|CP101112 | UPH74550.1 |
| MCR-1.36 | Reference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 3 | Colistin, COLISTIN | Moraxella spp. +3 | China | 2023 | CP099960|CP101111|CP101112 | WLY62594.1 |
| mcr −1 | Reslit | 1 | Colistin | Salmonella enterica serovar Colorado +1 | Egypt | 2025 | PQ720689|PQ720690|PQ720691|PQ678532|PQ678533|PQ720692|PQ720693|PQ720694|PQ659181|PQ659182|PQ659183|PQ659184|PQ659184.1 | - |
| mcr-1.23 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Salmonella enterica | - | - | MN873697 | - |
| mcr-1.24 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MN879257 | - |
| mcr-1.25 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MN879259 | - |
| mcr-1.8 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | KY683842 | - |
| mcr-1.5 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | KY283125 | - |
| mcr-1.14 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | LS398440 | - |
| mcr-1.13 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MG384739 | - |
| mcr-1.12 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | LC337668 | - |
| mcr-1.11 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | KY853650 | - |
| mcr-1.9 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | KY964067 | - |
| mcr-1.18 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | PGLM01000025 | - |
| mcr-1.17 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MK568463 | - |
| mcr-1.16 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MK568462 | - |
| mcr-1.15 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Klebsiella pneumoniae | - | - | MG763897 | - |
| mcr-1.37 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | OR879175 | - |
| mcr-1.19 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Typhimurium | - | - | MK490674 | - |
| MCR-1.18 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 3 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | PGLM01000025.1 | WP_106743337.1 |
| mcr-1.36 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | OR438752 | - |
| mcr-1.35 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | ON262566 | - |
| mcr-1.34 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MZ450868 | - |
| mcr-1.33 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | OL624718 | - |
| mcr-1.32 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MF084991 | - |
| mcr-1.31 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MW940640 | - |
| mcr-1.28 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MT770924 | - |
| mcr-1.22 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MN017134 | - |
| mcr-1.21 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MK965883 | - |
| mcr-1.20 | ResFinder Database | 1 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | LS398440 | - |
| MCR-1.15 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Klebsiella pneumoniae | - | - | MG763897.1 | AXL06756.1 |
| MCR-1.32 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MF084991.1 | ASA49458.1 |
| MCR-1.14 | Card DatabaseReference Gene Catalog | 3 | COLISTIN | Klebsiella pneumoniae | - | - | KX443408.2 | ARA74236.1 |
| MCR-1.16 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MK568462.1 | QBG64271.1 |
| MCR-1.17 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MK568463.1 | QBG64272.1 |
| MCR-1.20 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 3 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | LS398440.1 | SPQ84451.1 |
| MCR-1.21 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MK965883.1 | QCU55424.1 |
| MCR-1.23 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Salmonella enterica | - | - | MN873697.1 | QHD57408.1 |
| MCR-1.24 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MN879257.1 | QHD64700.1 |
| MCR-1.25 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MN879259.1 | QHD64702.1 |
| MCR-1.28 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MT770924.1 | QLL99518.1 |
| MCR-1.29 | Card DatabaseReference Gene Catalog | 3 | COLISTIN | uncultured bacterium | - | - | MT731964.1 | QLP89638.1 |
| MCR-1.30 | Card DatabaseReference Gene Catalog | 3 | COLISTIN | uncultured bacterium | - | - | MT731965.1 | QLP89639.1 |
| MCR-1.31 | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 4 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | MW940640.1 | QTY72917.1 |
| MCR-1.37 | Reference Gene CatalogResFinder Database | 2 | COLISTIN | Escherichia coli | - | - | OR879175.1 | WPO27072.1 |
Emergence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance mechanism MCR-1 in animals and human beings in China: a microbiological and molecular biological study.
Emergence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance mechanism MCR-1 in animals and human beings in China: a microbiological and molecular biological study.
Emergence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance mechanism MCR-1 in animals and human beings in China: a microbiological and molecular biological study.
Emergence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance mechanism MCR-1 in animals and human beings in China: a microbiological and molecular biological study.
Diversified mcr-1-Harbouring Plasmid Reservoirs Confer Resistance to Colistin in Human Gut Microbiota.
The study identifies three mcr-1-positive clinical isolates from human gut microbiota, demonstrating that the mcr-1 gene confers colistin resistance through functional analysis and MIC testing.
Use of Colistin and Other Critical Antimicrobials on Pig and Chicken Farms in Southern Vietnam and Its Association with Resistance in Commensal Escherichia coli Bacteria.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a significant contributor to colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from pig and chicken farms in Vietnam. Additionally, mutations in the gyrA gene were linked to quinolone resistance.
Possible Transmission of mcr-1-Harboring Escherichia coli between Companion Animals and Human.
The study reports the detection of mcr-1-harboring E. coli in companion animals and suggests possible transmission between companion animals and humans.
Escherichia coli Harboring mcr-1 and blaCTX-M on a Novel IncF Plasmid: First Report of mcr-1 in the United States.
The study reports the first detection of the mcr-1 gene in the United States in an Escherichia coli isolate from a urinary tract infection patient, along with the blaCTX-M gene on a novel IncF plasmid.
Inducible colistin resistance via a disrupted plasmid-borne mcr-1 gene in a 2008 Vietnamese Shigella sonnei isolate.
The study identifies an inactivated form of the mcr-1 gene in a 2008 Vietnamese Shigella sonnei isolate, which can be reactivated upon exposure to colistin, leading to high-level colistin resistance.
Colistin-Resistant mcr-1-Positive Pathogenic Escherichia coli in Swine, Japan, 2007-2014.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a plasmid-encoded colistin-resistance gene in swine-pathogenic E. coli in Japan, highlighting its widespread dissemination and association with colistin use in swine.
Chromosomal Locations of mcr-1 and bla CTX-M-15 in Fluoroquinolone-Resistant Escherichia coli ST410.
The study identifies the chromosomal locations of mcr-1 and bla CTX-M-15 in fluoroquinolone-resistant Escherichia coli ST410, highlighting the potential for horizontal gene transfer and the spread of multidrug resistance.
mcr-1.2, a New mcr Variant Carried on a Transferable Plasmid from a Colistin-Resistant KPC Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain of Sequence Type 512.
The study reports the first detection of a novel mcr variant, mcr-1.2, in a colistin-resistant KPC carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae strain of sequence type 512, which confers resistance to colistin.
mcr-1.2, a New mcr Variant Carried on a Transferable Plasmid from a Colistin-Resistant KPC Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain of Sequence Type 512.
mcr-1.2, a New mcr Variant Carried on a Transferable Plasmid from a Colistin-Resistant KPC Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain of Sequence Type 512.
mcr-1.2, a New mcr Variant Carried on a Transferable Plasmid from a Colistin-Resistant KPC Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain of Sequence Type 512.
mcr-1.2, a New mcr Variant Carried on a Transferable Plasmid from a Colistin-Resistant KPC Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain of Sequence Type 512.
Prevalence and Diversity of Salmonella Serotypes in Ecuadorian Broilers at Slaughter Age.
The study identified the presence of bla CTX-M, bla TEM, bla SHV, and bla CMY genes in cefotaxime-resistant Salmonella isolates, as well as the mcr-1 gene in colistin-resistant isolates. S. Infantis showed high resistance rates to multiple antibiotics, including sulfamethoxazole, nalidixic acid, and ciprofloxacin.
Real-time quantitative PCR assay with Taqman(®) probe for rapid detection of MCR-1 plasmid-mediated colistin resistance.
The study developed two real-time quantitative PCR assays with TaqMan probes to detect the MCR-1 plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene in bacterial isolates and chicken fecal samples.
Transmissible colistin resistance encoded by mcr-1 detected in clinical Enterobacteriaceae isolates in Singapore.
The study identified mcr-1 as a transmissible gene responsible for colistin resistance in clinical Enterobacteriaceae isolates in Singapore.
Colistin-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae Carrying the mcr-1 Gene among Patients in Hong Kong.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in colistin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae isolates from Hong Kong, highlighting the spread of this gene among various bacterial species and emphasizing the need for surveillance.
Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli in Bovine Animals, Europe.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene in multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from bovine animals in Europe.
Colistin- and Carbapenem-Resistant Escherichia coli Harboring mcr-1 and blaNDM-5, Causing a Complicated Urinary Tract Infection in a Patient from the United States.
The study reports the isolation of an Escherichia coli strain harboring both mcr-1 and blaNDM-5, which conferred resistance to colistin and carbapenems, respectively.
Genome Sequence of Avian Escherichia coli Strain IHIT25637, an Extraintestinal Pathogenic E. coli Strain of ST131 Encoding Colistin Resistance Determinant MCR-1.
The study reports the genome sequence of an avian ExPEC strain IHIT25637 carrying the plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene mcr-1, which confers resistance to colistin and polymyxin B.
Structure of the catalytic domain of the colistin resistance enzyme MCR-1.
The study characterizes the MCR-1 enzyme, a phosphoethanolamine transferase that confers colistin resistance by modifying lipid A in the bacterial membrane.
Architecture of Class 1, 2, and 3 Integrons from Gram Negative Bacteria Recovered among Fruits and Vegetables.
The study identified several AMR genes in Gram-negative bacteria from fresh produce, including mcr-1, qnrA1, blaGES-11, mphA, and oqxAB, highlighting the presence of mobile genetic elements and clinically relevant resistance genes.
Antimicrobial resistance in Enterobacteriaceae in Brazil: focus on β-lactams and polymyxins.
The paper discusses the emergence and spread of various beta-lactamases, including CTX-M, KPC-2, and NDM-1, as well as polymyxin resistance mechanisms in Enterobacteriaceae in Brazil.
Colistin in Pig Production: Chemistry, Mechanism of Antibacterial Action, Microbial Resistance Emergence, and One Health Perspectives.
The paper discusses the emergence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance encoded by the mcr-1 gene in Enterobacteriaceae, highlighting its significance in livestock and implications for human health.
Dissemination and Mechanism for the MCR-1 Colistin Resistance.
The study characterizes the mcr-1 gene, which confers colistin resistance by adding phosphoethanolamine to lipid A. The gene was found in plasmids from clinical E. coli isolates and was shown to confer resistance when expressed in E. coli.
The rapid spread of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae.
The paper discusses the rapid spread of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) and characterizes various carbapenemase genes such as bla KPC, bla NDM, bla VIM, bla OXA-48, and bla IMP, highlighting their roles in conferring resistance to carbapenems.
Clonal spread of mcr-1 in PMQR-carrying ST34 Salmonella isolates from animals in China.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene in PMQR-carrying ST34 Salmonella isolates from animals in China, along with other resistance genes such as aac(6')-Ib-cr, oqxAB, and floR.
Crystal Structure of Escherichia coli originated MCR-1, a phosphoethanolamine transferase for Colistin Resistance.
The study characterizes MCR-1, a phosphoethanolamine transferase that confers colistin resistance by modifying lipid A in Escherichia coli. Mutational analysis confirms that specific residues in MCR-1 are essential for its enzymatic activity and colistin resistance.
Occurrence and characterization of mcr-1-harbouring Escherichia coli isolated from pigs in Great Britain from 2013 to 2015.
The study identified mcr-1-harbouring E. coli in pigs in Great Britain, highlighting the presence of colistin resistance mediated by this gene.
Spread of mcr-1-carrying Enterobacteriaceae in sewage water from Spain.
The study identified mcr-1-carrying Enterobacteriaceae in sewage water from Barcelona, Spain, highlighting the spread of colistin resistance in the environment.
mcr-1-Harboring Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhimurium Sequence Type 34 in Pigs, China.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene in Salmonella isolates from pigs in China, highlighting its association with colistin resistance. Additionally, the study reports the presence of floR and oqxAB genes, which confer resistance to florfenicol and olaquindox/ciprofloxacin, respectively.
Analysis of Serial Isolates of mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli Reveals a Highly Active ISApl1 Transposon.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a key determinant of colistin resistance in Escherichia coli and characterizes the role of the ISApl1 transposon in its mobilization and genomic instability.
Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1 and Its Variant in Escherichia coli Isolates from Chickens in China.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene and a novel variant, mcr-1.3, in Escherichia coli isolates from chickens in China, both conferring colistin resistance. The mcr-1.3 variant was found to have a point mutation resulting in an I38V amino acid change, yet still conferred similar levels of colistin resistance as mcr-1.
Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1 and Its Variant in Escherichia coli Isolates from Chickens in China.
Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1 and Its Variant in Escherichia coli Isolates from Chickens in China.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene and a novel variant, mcr-1.3, in Escherichia coli isolates from chickens in China, both conferring colistin resistance. The mcr-1.3 variant was found to have a point mutation resulting in an I38V amino acid change, yet still conferred similar levels of colistin resistance as mcr-1.
MCR-1.6, a New MCR Variant Carried by an IncP Plasmid in a Colistin-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhimurium Isolate from a Healthy Individual.
The study reports a new mcr-1 gene variant, mcr-1.6, carried by an IncP plasmid in a colistin-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium isolate from a healthy individual. The mcr-1.6 gene contains two single-nucleotide polymorphisms, one resulting in an arginine to histidine change (Arg536→His). The mutation did not significantly affect the gene's colistin resistance activity.
MCR-1.6, a New MCR Variant Carried by an IncP Plasmid in a Colistin-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhimurium Isolate from a Healthy Individual.
MCR-1.6, a New MCR Variant Carried by an IncP Plasmid in a Colistin-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhimurium Isolate from a Healthy Individual.
MCR-1.6, a New MCR Variant Carried by an IncP Plasmid in a Colistin-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhimurium Isolate from a Healthy Individual.
MCR-1.6, a New MCR Variant Carried by an IncP Plasmid in a Colistin-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhimurium Isolate from a Healthy Individual.
Genetic Analysis of the IncX4 Plasmids: Implications for a Unique Pattern in the mcr-1 Acquisition.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a key factor in colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae, particularly in E. coli, and characterizes its genetic context within IncX4 plasmids.
Structural Modification of Lipopolysaccharide Conferred by mcr-1 in Gram-Negative ESKAPE Pathogens.
The study demonstrates that the mcr-1 gene confers colistin resistance in various Gram-negative ESKAPE pathogens, including E. coli, K. pneumoniae, A. baumannii, and P. aeruginosa, through the modification of lipid A with phosphoethanolamine.
Molecular characteristic of mcr-1 producing Escherichia coli in a Chinese university hospital.
The study identified four mcr-1 producing E. coli isolates, which showed resistance to colistin and other antibiotics, highlighting the need for increased surveillance of mcr-1 gene transmission.
High Prevalence of Colistin Resistance and mcr-1 Gene in Escherichia coli Isolated from Food Animals in China.
The study found a high prevalence of colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from food animals in China, with 91.0% of colistin-resistant isolates being positive for the mcr-1 gene.
Three cases of mcr-1-positive colistin-resistant Escherichia coli bloodstream infections in Italy, August 2016 to January 2017.
The study reports three cases of bloodstream infections caused by colistin-resistant Escherichia coli carrying the mcr-1 gene, highlighting the emergence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance in Italy.
Nationwide Surveillance of Clinical Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) Strains in China.
The study identified blaKPC-2 and blaNDM as the primary carbapenemase genes responsible for carbapenem resistance in CRE in China, with blaKPC-2 being more prevalent in K. pneumoniae and blaNDM in E. coli. Additionally, fosA3 was found to mediate fosfomycin resistance, and mcr-1 was associated with colistin resistance in some E. coli strains.
Increasing proportion of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae and emergence of a MCR-1 producer through a multicentric study among hospital-based and private laboratories in Belgium from September to November 2015.
The study identified an increased proportion of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE) in Belgium, with OXA-48 being the most prevalent carbapenemase. A plasmid-mediated mcr-1 gene was detected in a colistin-resistant E. coli isolate.
Occurrence of Plasmid- and Chromosome-Carried mcr-1 in Waterborne Enterobacteriaceae in China.
The study identified the polymyxin resistance gene mcr-1 in various waterborne Enterobacteriaceae, highlighting its presence in both plasmid and chromosomal contexts.
Prevalence of colistin resistance gene (mcr-1) containing Enterobacteriaceae in feces of patients attending a tertiary care hospital and detection of a mcr-1 containing, colistin susceptible E. coli.
The study identified a colistin-susceptible E. coli strain harboring the mcr-1 gene, which was rendered nonfunctional due to an IS10R transposon insertion. The mcr-1 gene was found to be present in 0.35% of fecal samples from patients at a tertiary care hospital.
Bacteria from Animals as a Pool of Antimicrobial Resistance Genes.
The paper discusses the role of bacteria from animals as a reservoir of antimicrobial resistance genes, highlighting the presence of various AMR genes such as erm(B), tet(M), cfr, and others in different bacterial species, emphasizing their contribution to the spread of resistance.
Colistin and Polymyxin B Susceptibility Testing for Carbapenem-Resistant and mcr-Positive Enterobacteriaceae: Comparison of Sensititre, MicroScan, Vitek 2, and Etest with Broth Microdilution.
The study evaluates susceptibility testing methods for colistin and polymyxin B in carbapenem-resistant and mcr-1-positive Enterobacteriaceae, highlighting the importance of mcr-1 in increasing MICs of these antibiotics.
Locally Acquired mcr-1 in Escherichia coli, Australia, 2011 and 2013.
The study identifies two colistin-resistant E. coli isolates carrying the mcr-1 gene on IncI2 plasmids, indicating local acquisition of mcr-1 in Australia.
Molecular characteristics of mcr-1-carrying plasmids and new mcr-1 variant recovered from polyclonal clinical Escherichia coli from Argentina and Canada.
Molecular characteristics of mcr-1-carrying plasmids and new mcr-1 variant recovered from polyclonal clinical Escherichia coli from Argentina and Canada.
Molecular characteristics of mcr-1-carrying plasmids and new mcr-1 variant recovered from polyclonal clinical Escherichia coli from Argentina and Canada.
Molecular characteristics of mcr-1-carrying plasmids and new mcr-1 variant recovered from polyclonal clinical Escherichia coli from Argentina and Canada.
The study characterizes mcr-1-carrying plasmids from clinical E. coli isolates in Argentina and Canada, identifying a new mcr-1 variant, mcr-1.5, which confers resistance to colistin.
Molecular characteristics of mcr-1-carrying plasmids and new mcr-1 variant recovered from polyclonal clinical Escherichia coli from Argentina and Canada.
The study characterizes mcr-1-carrying plasmids from clinical E. coli isolates in Argentina and Canada, identifying a new mcr-1 variant, mcr-1.5, which confers resistance to colistin.
Expanding landscapes of the diversified mcr-1-bearing plasmid reservoirs.
The study reports the full genomes of over 10 mcr-1-harboring plasmids, including a novel hybrid IncI2/IncFIB plasmid pGD17-2, and identifies the co-occurrence of two unique mcr-1-bearing plasmids in a single isolate, highlighting the diversity and dissemination potential of mcr-1-carrying plasmids.
Emergence of mcr-1 in Raoultella ornithinolytica and Escherichia coli Isolates from Retail Vegetables in China.
The study reports the emergence of the mcr-1 gene in Raoultella ornithinolytica and Escherichia coli isolates from retail vegetables in China, indicating the potential spread of colistin resistance through the food chain.
Polymyxin Combinations Combat Escherichia coli Harboring mcr-1 and bla(NDM-5): Preparation for a Postantibiotic Era.
The study identifies mcr-1 and bla(NDM-5) as key resistance genes in E. coli MCR1_NJ, demonstrating that a triple combination of polymyxin B, aztreonam, and amikacin effectively eradicates the isolate.
Occurrence of the mcr-1 Colistin Resistance Gene and other Clinically Relevant Antibiotic Resistance Genes in Microbial Populations at Different Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants in Germany.
The study identified the mcr-1 colistin resistance gene and several other clinically relevant antibiotic resistance genes, including ermB, tetM, CTX-M, CTX-M-32, blaTEM, and CMY-2, in wastewater treatment plant samples in Germany.
Plasmid-mediated mcr-1 colistin resistance in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella spp. clinical isolates from the Western Cape region of South Africa.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as the primary plasmid-mediated colistin resistance mechanism in E. coli and Klebsiella spp. clinical isolates in the Western Cape of South Africa, with 83% of colistin-resistant isolates carrying the gene.
E.coli and antimicrobial resistance
The paper discusses the diagnosis, therapy, and antimicrobial resistance of swine enteric colibacillosis caused by enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC). It highlights the importance of identifying virulence factors and antimicrobial resistance patterns in ETEC strains, particularly regarding resistance to apramycin, neomycin, trimethoprim-sulfonimide, and colistin.
Co-occurrence of colistin-resistance genes mcr-1 and mcr-3 among multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolated from cattle, Spain, September 2015.
The study identifies the co-occurrence of colistin-resistance genes mcr-1 and mcr-3 in multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolated from cattle in Spain, highlighting the emergence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance in Europe.
Horizontal Dissemination of Antimicrobial Resistance Determinants in Multiple Salmonella Serotypes following Isolation from the Commercial Swine Operation Environment after Manure Application.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes, including bla_CMY-2, bla_TEM, aadA2, tet(A), tet(B), sul1, and sul2, in multiple Salmonella serotypes isolated from swine farm environments. These genes were found on plasmids and contributed to resistance against beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, and sulfonamides.
Genomic and Molecular Characterization of Clinical Isolates of Enterobacteriaceae Harboring mcr-1 in Colombia, 2002 to 2016.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a significant cause of colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae isolates in Colombia, highlighting its presence in various bacterial species and its potential for horizontal transmission via plasmids.
Susceptibility of colistin-resistant pathogens to predatory bacteria.
The study confirms that the mcr-1 gene, which encodes a phosphoethanolamine transferase, confers colistin resistance in various Gram-negative bacteria, including Acinetobacter baumannii, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Small molecule adjuvants that suppress both chromosomal and mcr-1 encoded colistin-resistance and amplify colistin efficacy in polymyxin-susceptible bacteria.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a plasmid-borne determinant of colistin resistance in Gram-negative bacteria and demonstrates that small molecule adjuvants can resensitize mcr-1-harboring strains to colistin.
Detection of Colistin-Resistant MCR-1-Positive Escherichia coli by Use of Assays Based on Inhibition by EDTA and Zeta Potential.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance determinant in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae, demonstrating its role in reducing susceptibility to colistin through phosphoethanolamine modification of lipid A.
Widespread distribution of mcr-1-bearing bacteria in the ecosystem, 2015 to 2016.
The study identifies the widespread presence of mcr-1-bearing bacteria in various ecological niches, highlighting the significant role of mcr-1 in conferring colistin resistance.
Housefly (Musca domestica) and Blow Fly (Protophormia terraenovae) as Vectors of Bacteria Carrying Colistin Resistance Genes.
The study identified mcr-1, mcr-2, and mcr-3 genes in flies and their associated bacteria, highlighting the role of flies as vectors for colistin resistance genes.
Distinct mechanisms of acquisition of mcr-1 -bearing plasmid by Salmonella strains recovered from animals and food samples.
The study characterizes the mcr-1 gene, which confers resistance to colistin, in Salmonella strains isolated from animals and food samples in China.
A comparison of extended spectrum β-lactamase producing Escherichia coli from clinical, recreational water and wastewater samples associated in time and location.
The study identifies several β-lactamase genes (bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla SHV-12, bla CMY-58) and the plasmid-borne colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in ESBL-EC from recreational water, wastewater, and clinical samples. These genes contribute to resistance against β-lactam antibiotics and colistin.
High Rates of Human Fecal Carriage of mcr-1–Positive Multidrug-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae Emerge in China in Association With Successful Plasmid Families.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a key contributor to colistin resistance in multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae, highlighting the role of various plasmid families in its spread.
mcr-1 and mcr-2 variant genes identified in Moraxella species isolated from pigs in Great Britain from 2014 to 2015.
mcr-1 and mcr-2 variant genes identified in Moraxella species isolated from pigs in Great Britain from 2014 to 2015.
mcr-1 and mcr-2 variant genes identified in Moraxella species isolated from pigs in Great Britain from 2014 to 2015.
mcr-1 and mcr-2 variant genes identified in Moraxella species isolated from pigs in Great Britain from 2014 to 2015.
mcr-1 and mcr-2 variant genes identified in Moraxella species isolated from pigs in Great Britain from 2014 to 2015.
The study identifies mcr-1.10 and mcr-2.2 variant genes in Moraxella species isolated from pigs in Great Britain, along with eptA, which confer resistance to colistin. Additionally, bla BRO-1 and tetL genes were found to confer resistance to ampicillin and tetracycline respectively.
MCR-1 Inhibition with Peptide-Conjugated Phosphorodiamidate Morpholino Oligomers Restores Sensitivity to Polymyxin in Escherichia coli.
The study demonstrates that MCR-1, a plasmid-mediated polymyxin resistance gene, can be inhibited by peptide-conjugated phosphorodiamidate morpholino oligomers (PPMOs), restoring polymyxin sensitivity in Escherichia coli.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
The study identifies two new mcr-1 variants, mcr-1.4 and mcr-1.7, which confer colistin resistance in Escherichia coli. These variants were experimentally validated through cloning and MIC testing.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
The study identifies two new mcr-1 variants, mcr-1.4 and mcr-1.7, which confer colistin resistance in Escherichia coli. These variants were experimentally validated through cloning and MIC testing.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
The study identifies two new mcr-1 variants, mcr-1.4 and mcr-1.7, which confer colistin resistance in Escherichia coli. These variants were experimentally validated through cloning and MIC testing.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
Remarkable Diversity of Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 from Hospital Sewage with the Identification of Two New mcr-1 Variants.
Genetic Basis of Colistin Resistance in Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolates from Pakistan
This study identifies mgrB disruptions and mcr-1 as key mechanisms of colistin resistance in multidrug-resistant K. pneumoniae isolates from Pakistan.
High Rate of MCR-1-Producing Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae among Pigs, Portugal.
The study identifies a high rate of MCR-1-producing E. coli and K. pneumoniae among pigs in Portugal, highlighting the spread of colistin resistance in agricultural settings.
Plasmid-mediated mcr-1 in carbapenem-susceptible Escherichia coli ST156 causing a blood infection: an unnoticeable spread of colistin resistance in Brazil?
The study identifies a plasmid-mediated mcr-1 gene in a colistin-resistant and carbapenem-susceptible E. coli isolate, highlighting the potential silent spread of colistin resistance in Brazil.
A Multiplex SYBR Green Real-Time PCR Assay for the Detection of Three Colistin Resistance Genes from Cultured Bacteria, Feces, and Environment Samples.
The study developed a multiplex SYBR Green real-time PCR assay for detecting mcr-1, mcr-2, and mcr-3 genes, which confer colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae.
LBJMR medium: a new polyvalent culture medium for isolating and selecting vancomycin and colistin-resistant bacteria.
The LBJMR medium effectively isolates colistin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae, including those harboring the mcr-1 gene, and vancomycin-resistant Gram-positive bacteria.
Occurrence of Extended Spectrum β-Lactamases, KPC-Type, and MCR-1.2-Producing Enterobacteriaceae from Wells, River Water, and Wastewater Treatment Plants in Oltrepò Pavese Area, Northern Italy.
The study identified various extended spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-28, and bla CTX-M-138, as well as carbapenemase genes bla KPC-2 and bla KPC-3, and the colistin resistance gene mcr-1.2 in Enterobacteriaceae isolated from water sources in the Oltrepò Pavese area. These genes were found to confer resistance to multiple antibiotics, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant bacteria in the environment.
Population structure of Escherichia coli O26 : H11 with recent and repeated stx2 acquisition in multiple lineages.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene, a plasmid-encoded colistin resistance gene, in two closely related ST21C1 strains isolated from bovines in Japan, highlighting the accumulation of antimicrobial resistance genes in the ST21C1 lineage.
Characterization of Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolated from Diseased Pigs in France.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a major contributor to colistin resistance in Escherichia coli isolates from diseased pigs in France, along with various mutations in genes involved in the regulation of colistin resistance.
Balancing mcr-1 expression and bacterial survival is a delicate equilibrium between essential cellular defence mechanisms.
The study characterizes the mcr-1 gene, which encodes a lipid A modifying enzyme that confers resistance to colistin. Overexpression of mcr-1 leads to reduced bacterial growth, viability, and membrane integrity in E. coli.
Molecular Epidemiology and Colistin Resistant Mechanism of mcr-Positive and mcr-Negative Clinical Isolated Escherichia coli.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a key gene for colistin resistance in E. coli, and reports mutations in pmrB and phoQ as additional mechanisms in mcr-negative isolates.
Study of mcr-1 Gene-Mediated Colistin Resistance in Enterobacteriaceae Isolated from Humans and Animals in Different Countries.
The study characterizes the genetic environment of the mcr-1 gene, which mediates colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae. It identifies the integration of mcr-1 into plasmids and highlights the role of IS Apl1 in facilitating its spread.
Antimicrobial residues and resistance against critically important antimicrobials in non-typhoidal Salmonella from meat sold at wet markets and supermarkets in Vietnam.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in a colistin-resistant Salmonella isolate, highlighting the presence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance in non-typhoidal Salmonella from meat in Vietnam.
Expression characteristics of the plasmid-borne mcr-1 colistin resistance gene.
The study characterizes the expression of the plasmid-borne mcr-1 colistin resistance gene in different bacterial hosts and plasmid backgrounds, demonstrating variable expression levels and responses to colistin treatment.
High Prevalence of CTX-M-15-Type ESBL-Producing E. coli from Migratory Avian Species in Pakistan.
The study identified a high prevalence of CTX-M-15-type ESBL-producing E. coli in migratory avian species in Pakistan, highlighting the role of wild birds as reservoirs of multidrug-resistant bacteria and the potential for horizontal gene transfer of resistance determinants.
Occurrence and Genomic Characterization of ESBL-Producing, MCR-1-Harboring Escherichia coli in Farming Soil.
The study identifies mcr-1-positive E. coli strains in farming soil, highlighting the presence of colistin resistance in environmental settings.
Rapid Increase in Prevalence of Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) and Emergence of Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1 in CRE in a Hospital in Henan, China.
The study identified the emergence of the colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) isolates, highlighting the increasing threat of multidrug-resistant bacteria in a hospital setting in Henan, China.
Overcoming mcr-1 mediated colistin resistance with colistin in combination with other antibiotics.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a gene that confers resistance to colistin. It shows that mcr-1-expressing bacteria are susceptible to colistin-mediated outer membrane disruption and can be killed in vitro and in vivo by combining colistin with other antibiotics.
Synergistic effect of eugenol with Colistin against clinical isolated Colistin-resistant Escherichia coli strains.
Eugenol showed synergistic effects with colistin against colistin-resistant E. coli strains, and down-regulated the expression of the mcr-1 gene, which is responsible for colistin resistance.
Prospective study on human fecal carriage of Enterobacteriaceae possessing mcr-1 and mcr-2 genes in a regional hospital in Hong Kong.
The study identified 14 mcr-1-positive E. coli strains from fecal specimens, highlighting the presence of colistin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in both patients and asymptomatic individuals in Hong Kong.
Multiplex PCR for detection of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance determinants, mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-4 and mcr-5 for surveillance purposes.
The study developed a multiplex PCR assay to detect plasmid-mediated colistin resistance genes mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-4, and mcr-5 in Enterobacteriaceae. The method was validated using 49 isolates and showed 100% concordance with WGS data. A new variant, mcr-4.3, was identified.
Mechanistic insights into transferable polymyxin resistance among gut bacteria.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a plasmid-encoded gene that confers colistin resistance by transferring phosphoethanolamine to lipid A, altering the bacterial outer membrane and reducing susceptibility to colistin.
Molecular detection of colistin resistance genes (mcr-1, mcr-2 and mcr-3) in nasal/oropharyngeal and anal/cloacal swabs from pigs and poultry.
The study identified high prevalence of mcr-1, mcr-2, and mcr-3 genes in pigs and poultry in China, highlighting the need for increased surveillance of colistin resistance.
Transferable Plasmid-Borne mcr-1 in a Colistin-Resistant Shigella flexneri Isolate.
The study reports the identification of a functional, transferable mcr-1 gene in a colistin-resistant Shigella flexneri isolate, highlighting the potential spread of polymyxin resistance in agricultural settings.
Fitness cost of mcr-1-mediated polymyxin resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The mcr-1 gene confers polymyxin resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae through modification of lipid A with phosphoethanolamine, but it incurs a significant biological fitness cost.
An Improved Medium for Colistin Susceptibility Testing.
The study introduces a calcium-enhanced Mueller-Hinton (CE-MH) medium that improves the detection of colistin resistance in mcr-1-containing Enterobacteriaceae. The mcr-1 gene was experimentally validated to confer low-level resistance to colistin.
mcr-1 in Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae with Hospitalized Patients, Portugal, 2016-2017.
The study reports the emergence of mcr-1 in multidrug-resistant KPC-3-producing K. pneumoniae, highlighting the importance of surveillance for mcr-1 to guide treatment decisions.
Carriage of colistin-resistant, extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli harboring the mcr-1 resistance gene after short-term international travel to Vietnam.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in colistin-resistant, extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli isolated from travelers returning to Japan from Vietnam.
The global distribution and spread of the mobilized colistin resistance gene mcr-1.
The study characterizes the global distribution of the mcr-1 gene, which confers resistance to colistin, and identifies its origin and spread through phylogenetic analysis of 457 mcr-1-positive isolates.
Multicenter prospective study on the prevalence of colistin resistance in Escherichia coli: relevance of mcr-1-positive clinical isolates in Lombardy, Northern Italy.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a significant contributor to colistin resistance in E. coli isolates, with 10 out of 18 colistin-resistant isolates carrying this gene.
Cysteamine, an Endogenous Aminothiol, and Cystamine, the Disulfide Product of Oxidation, Increase Pseudomonas aeruginosa Sensitivity to Reactive Oxygen and Nitrogen Species and Potentiate Therapeutic Antibiotics against Bacterial Infection.
Cysteamine (CYS) and cystamine (CTM) increase Pseudomonas aeruginosa sensitivity to reactive oxygen and nitrogen species and potentiate antibiotics against multidrug-resistant pathogens, including reversing colistin resistance mediated by mcr-1.
An Evolutionarily Conserved Mechanism for Intrinsic and Transferable Polymyxin Resistance.
The study identifies and characterizes the functions of EptA, MCR-1, and MCR-2, which are responsible for polymyxin resistance in bacteria. These genes encode phosphoethanolamine transferases that modify lipid A, reducing the susceptibility of bacteria to polymyxin.
Discovery of a mcr-1-bearing plasmid in commensal colistin-resistant Escherichia coli from healthy broilers in Faisalabad, Pakistan.
The study identifies a mcr-1-bearing plasmid in commensal colistin-resistant Escherichia coli from healthy broilers in Pakistan, highlighting the presence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance in poultry.
Retained Activity of an O25b-Specific Monoclonal Antibody against an Mcr-1-Producing Escherichia coli Sequence Type 131 Strain.
The study shows that the mcr-1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, does not affect the activity of the monoclonal antibody ASN-4 against Escherichia coli ST131-H30 strains.
Genomic Characterization of Nonclonal mcr-1-Positive Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae from Clinical Samples in Thailand.
The study identifies mcr-1 as the primary mediator of colistin resistance in two nonclonal multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates, QS17-0029 and QS17-0161, which also carry multiple other resistance genes including bla NDM-1, bla OXA-232, bla CTX-M-15, and others.
Evidence for Environmental Dissemination of Antibiotic Resistance Mediated by Wild Birds.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, in colistin-resistant E. coli isolates from the Jin River water and egret feces, indicating the environmental dissemination of this gene via wild birds.
Complete Genomic Analysis of a Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhimurium Isolate Cultured From Ready-to-Eat Pork in China Carrying One Large Plasmid Containing mcr-1.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in a Salmonella Typhimurium isolate from ready-to-eat pork in China, which conferred resistance to colistin. Additionally, a mutation in the gyrA gene (D87N) was found to contribute to resistance against fluoroquinolones.
Colocation of the Polymyxin Resistance Gene mcr-1 and a Variant of mcr-3 on a Plasmid in an Escherichia coli Isolate from a Chicken Farm.
The study reports the co-location of the polymyxin resistance genes mcr-1 and a variant of mcr-3, named mcr-3.11, on a plasmid in an Escherichia coli isolate from a chicken farm. Both genes confer resistance to colistin.
Alkaline Peptone Water-Based Enrichment Method for mcr-3 From Acute Diarrheic Outpatient Gut Samples.
The study identifies mcr-3 and mcr-1 genes in Aeromonas veronii and Escherichia coli isolates from human gut samples, highlighting their role in colistin resistance.
A Novel mcr-1 Variant Carried by an IncI2-Type Plasmid Identified From a Multidrug Resistant Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli.
A Novel mcr-1 Variant Carried by an IncI2-Type Plasmid Identified From a Multidrug Resistant Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli.
The study identified a novel mcr-1 variant, mcr-1.9, which confers resistance to colistin in a multidrug-resistant ETEC strain. The variant differs from mcr-1 by a single nucleotide polymorphism resulting in an amino acid substitution in the MCR-1 protein.
A Novel mcr-1 Variant Carried by an IncI2-Type Plasmid Identified From a Multidrug Resistant Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli.
A Novel mcr-1 Variant Carried by an IncI2-Type Plasmid Identified From a Multidrug Resistant Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli.
Screening and Characterization of Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria from a Remote African Area, São Tomé and Príncipe.
The study identified the carbapenemase gene blaOXA-181, the 16S rRNA methylase gene rmtB, and the plasmid-borne colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria from São Tomé and Príncipe.
Molecular Epidemiology of mcr-Encoded Colistin Resistance in Enterobacteriaceae From Food-Producing Animals in Italy Revealed Through the EU Harmonized Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring.
The study identified various mcr gene variants, including mcr-1.1, mcr-1.2, mcr-1.13, mcr-3.2, mcr-4.2, and mcr-4.3, which confer colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae from food-producing animals in Italy.
Molecular Epidemiology of mcr-Encoded Colistin Resistance in Enterobacteriaceae From Food-Producing Animals in Italy Revealed Through the EU Harmonized Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring.
The study identified various mcr gene variants, including mcr-1.1, mcr-1.2, mcr-1.13, mcr-3.2, mcr-4.2, and mcr-4.3, which confer colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae from food-producing animals in Italy.
Molecular Epidemiology of mcr-Encoded Colistin Resistance in Enterobacteriaceae From Food-Producing Animals in Italy Revealed Through the EU Harmonized Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring.
The study identified various mcr gene variants, including mcr-1.1, mcr-1.2, mcr-1.13, mcr-3.2, mcr-4.2, and mcr-4.3, which confer colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae from food-producing animals in Italy.
Molecular Epidemiology of mcr-Encoded Colistin Resistance in Enterobacteriaceae From Food-Producing Animals in Italy Revealed Through the EU Harmonized Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring.
The study identified various mcr gene variants, including mcr-1.1, mcr-1.2, mcr-1.13, mcr-3.2, mcr-4.2, and mcr-4.3, which confer colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae from food-producing animals in Italy.
Heterogeneous and Flexible Transmission of mcr-1 in Hospital-Associated Escherichia coli.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a plasmid-borne colistin resistance gene in hospital-associated E. coli isolates, highlighting its flexible transmission and association with diverse genetic backgrounds.
Molecular Insights into Functional Differences between mcr-3- and mcr-1-Mediated Colistin Resistance.
The study identified and characterized the mcr-3 and mcr-1 genes, which encode phosphatidylethanolamine transferases that confer colistin resistance by modifying lipid A. The functional differences between MCR-3 and MCR-1 were explored through structural and biochemical analyses, revealing that MCR-3 is more thermostable than MCR-1.
In Vitro and In Vivo Characterization of NOSO-502, a Novel Inhibitor of Bacterial Translation.
NOSO-502 is a novel inhibitor of bacterial translation with potent activity against Enterobacteriaceae, including carbapenem-resistant and polymyxin-resistant strains. It overcomes multiple mechanisms of colistin resistance, such as mutations in mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-3, pmrA, pmrB, mgrB, phoQ, and crrB genes.
Genetic characterization of extraintestinal Escherichia coli isolates from chicken, cow and swine.
The study identified 44 different antimicrobial resistance genes in 15 of 19 E. coli isolates, including the mcr-1 gene conferring colistin resistance.
Collateral damage of using colistin in hospitalized patients on emergence of colistin-resistant Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae colonization and infection.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a contributor to colistin resistance in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from hospitalized patients treated with colistin.
Detection of mcr-1 Plasmids in Enterobacteriaceae Isolates From Human Specimens: Comparison With Those in Escherichia coli Isolates From Livestock in Korea.
The study identifies mcr-1-positive Enterobacteriaceae isolates from human specimens in Korea, highlighting the presence of mcr-1-bearing IncI2 plasmids that confer colistin resistance.
Antimicrobial Resistance in Nontyphoidal Salmonella.
The study characterizes the presence of bla CMY genes and qnrS1 in Salmonella, which confer resistance to extended-spectrum cephalosporins and ciprofloxacin, respectively.
Antibiotic exposure elicits the emergence of colistin- and carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli coharboring MCR-1 and NDM-5 in a patient.
The study reports the first clinical case of a multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolate coharboring mcr-1 and ndm-5, highlighting the emergence of colistin- and carbapenem-resistant bacteria due to antibiotic exposure.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
The paper proposes a standardized nomenclature for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes, focusing on the assignment of allele numbers to ensure clarity and consistency in identifying and characterizing these genes across different bacterial species and geographic locations.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
Proposal for assignment of allele numbers for mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes.
Simultaneous Carriage of mcr-1 and Other Antimicrobial Resistance Determinants in Escherichia coli From Poultry.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a major determinant of colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from poultry in Argentina. Co-resistance to other antimicrobials such as quinolones and beta-lactams was also observed.
Spread of mcr-1–Driven Colistin Resistance on Hospital Surfaces, Italy.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a driver of colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae isolates from hospital surfaces in Italy, highlighting its prevalence and potential role in the spread of multidrug-resistant pathogens.
Detection and characterization of a clinical Escherichia coli ST3204 strain coproducing NDM-16 and MCR-1.
The study reports the first isolation of an extensively drug-resistant Escherichia coli strain EC1188 that coproduces NDM-16 and MCR-1, highlighting the significance of co-occurrence of these resistance plasmids in clinical isolates.
Escherichia coli ST131-H22 as a Foodborne Uropathogen.
The study identifies the presence of mobile colistin resistance genes mcr-1 and mcr-3 in ST131-H22 isolates, highlighting their potential role in colistin resistance and foodborne transmission.
Colistin Resistance Mediated by mcr-1 in ESBL-Producing, Multidrug Resistant Salmonella Infantis in Broiler Chicken Industry, Italy (2016-2017).
The study reports the first evidence of mcr-1-mediated colistin resistance in multidrug resistant Salmonella Infantis isolates from broiler chickens and meat in Italy, highlighting the emergence of a clone carrying both pESI-like and IncX4 plasmids.
Transmission of Mobile Colistin Resistance (mcr-1) by Duodenoscope.
The study reports the first documented healthcare transmission of mcr-1-harboring bacteria in the United States, highlighting the role of duodenoscopes in spreading colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Variant O89 O-Antigen of E. coli Is Associated With Group 1 Capsule Loci and Multidrug Resistance.
The study identified a novel O89 O-antigen locus in E. coli strain 26561, which is associated with group 1 capsule (G1C) and multidrug resistance. The strain exhibits a mucoid and viscous phenotype, and possesses multiple AMR genes including blaCTX-M-14, blaTEM-1, aph(3")-Ib, strA, aph(6)-Id, strB, aph(3′)-Ia, sul2, tetA(B), and catA1. Mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N) and parC (S80I) contribute to quinolone resistance.
Antimicrobial resistance in Enterobacteriaceae from healthy broilers in Egypt: emergence of colistin-resistant and extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in 5 out of 63 E. coli isolates, which conferred colistin resistance. Additionally, various resistance genes such as blaTEM, blaCMY, blaOXA-7, and others were detected, indicating multidrug resistance in E. coli from healthy broilers in Egypt.
Two-Site Evaluation of the Colistin Broth Disk Elution Test To Determine Colistin In Vitro Activity against Gram-Negative Bacilli.
The study evaluates the colistin broth disk elution (CBDE) test for determining colistin in vitro activity against Gram-negative bacilli, highlighting the importance of confirming colistin MICs of 2 µg/ml by the CBDE method with reference broth microdilution (BMD) and testing for the presence of mcr genes.
Discovery of mcr-1-Mediated Colistin Resistance in a Highly Virulent Escherichia coli Lineage.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a plasmid-borne colistin resistance determinant in a highly virulent E. coli ST95 isolate, MS8345, which exhibits resistance to multiple antibiotics including colistin and polymyxin B.
Prevalence and molecular characteristics of mcr-1 colistin resistance in Escherichia coli: isolates of clinical infection from a Chinese University Hospital.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a major contributor to colistin resistance in clinical E. coli isolates, demonstrating its ability to be transferred via plasmids and coexist with other resistance genes.
Comparison of the Superpolymyxin and ChromID Colistin R Screening Media for the Detection of Colistin-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae from Spiked Rectal Swabs.
The study identified several mcr genes (mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-4.2, and mcr-5) that confer colistin resistance in various Enterobacteriaceae species, including Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Salmonella enterica, and Enterobacter cloacae.
Development of a pig infection model with colistin-resistant Escherichia coli.
The study characterizes the mcr-1 gene as a key factor in colistin resistance in E. coli strains isolated from pigs, demonstrating its presence and functionality through PCR and resistance profiling.
Antimicrobial Resistance Profile of mcr-1 Positive Clinical Isolates of Escherichia coli in China From 2013 to 2016.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a significant contributor to colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from China, highlighting its prevalence and association with multidrug resistance.
The Occurence of Colistin-Resistant Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae in China.
Five colistin-resistant hypervirulent K. pneumoniae strains were identified, with three carrying the D150G substitution in PhoQ and one carrying the mcr-1 gene. The P344L substitution in PmrB did not confer colistin resistance.
Development of novel antibodies for detection of mobile colistin-resistant bacteria contaminated in meats.
The study developed novel antibodies against MCR-1 and MCR-2 proteins, which are responsible for colistin resistance in bacteria. These antibodies were used to create a sensitive and specific sandwich ELISA for detecting colistin-resistant bacteria in meat samples.
Emerging Multidrug-Resistant Hybrid Pathotype Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli O80 and Related Strains of Clonal Complex 165, Europe.
The study identifies multidrug-resistant hybrid pathotype Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O80 strains belonging to clonal complex 165, which harbor a mosaic plasmid with genes conferring resistance to multiple antibiotics, including beta-lactams, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, kanamycin, streptomycin, and colistin.
Distribution and Antimicrobial Resistance of Salmonella Isolated from Pigs with Diarrhea in China.
The study identified the presence of plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance genes (aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS) and the mcr-1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, in Salmonella isolates from pigs with diarrhea in China.
Emergence of tigecycline resistance in Escherichia coli co-producing MCR-1 and NDM-5 during tigecycline salvage treatment.
The study reports the emergence of tigecycline resistance in Escherichia coli co-producing MCR-1 and NDM-5 during tigecycline salvage treatment, highlighting the role of mutations in acrB and lon in tigecycline resistance.
SuperPolymyxin™ Medium for the Screening of Colistin-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria in Stool Samples.
The study evaluated the effectiveness of SuperPolymyxin™ medium for detecting colistin-resistant Gram-negative bacteria in stool samples and confirmed the presence of mcr-1, a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene, in several isolates.
Establishing a Comprehensive AMP Resistance Gene Dataset and Analyzing the Gut Resistome
The study reveals that AMP resistance genes are less frequently transferred between gut bacteria compared to antibiotic resistance genes, and that AMP resistance genes often lack functional compatibility with new hosts like E. coli.
A mcr-1-Carrying Conjugative IncX4 Plasmid in Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli ST278 Strain Isolated From Dairy Cow Feces in Shanghai, China.
The study identified a colistin-resistant E. coli strain (EC11) carrying the mcr-1 gene on a conjugative IncX4 plasmid, highlighting the role of horizontal gene transfer in the spread of colistin resistance.
The Prevalence of Colistin Resistant Strains and Antibiotic Resistance Gene Profiles in Funan River, China.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes as the primary colistin resistance genes in the Funan River, along with other resistance genes such as sul1, sul2, aac(6')-Ib-cr, bla CTX-M, tetM, ermB, qnrS, and aph(3')-IIIa. These genes were found in various bacterial species, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains in the river.
Development of New Tools to Detect Colistin-Resistence among Enterobacteriaceae Strains.
The paper reviews the development of new tools for detecting colistin resistance, focusing on the mcr-1 gene which confers resistance to colistin through phosphoethanolamine modification of lipid A.
Prevalence and molecular characteristics of mcr-1 gene in Salmonella typhimurium in a tertiary hospital of Zhejiang Province.
The study identified three mcr-1-positive Salmonella typhimurium isolates with colistin resistance, highlighting the emergence of polymyxin resistance in clinical settings.
The co-transfer of plasmid-borne colistin-resistant genes mcr-1 and mcr-3.5, the carbapenemase gene bla(NDM-5) and the 16S methylase gene rmtB from Escherichia coli.
The study identifies the co-transfer of plasmid-borne colistin-resistant genes mcr-1.1 and mcr-3.5, the carbapenemase gene blaNDM-5, and the 16S methylase gene rmtB from Escherichia coli. These genes were found on different plasmids and were shown to be self-transmissible, highlighting the potential for the simultaneous spread of multiple antimicrobial resistances.
The Microbiological Characteristics of Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae Carrying the mcr-1 Gene.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene in carbapenem-resistant E. coli isolates, highlighting its association with colistin resistance and the presence of additional resistance genes such as bla NDM, bla TEM, and bla SHV.
Plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from market retail fruits in Guangzhou, China.
The study reports the first identification of the mcr-1 gene in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from market retail fruits in Guangzhou, China, highlighting the potential risk of mcr-1 transmission through the food chain.
Colistin-resistant Escherichia coli with mcr genes in the livestock of rural small-scale farms in Ecuador.
The study identified mcr-1 as the sole colistin resistance gene in colistin-resistant E. coli isolates from livestock in Ecuador, highlighting the widespread dissemination of this gene in rural small-scale farms.
Development and Multicentric Validation of a Lateral Flow Immunoassay for Rapid Detection of MCR-1-Producing Enterobacteriaceae.
The study developed and validated a lateral flow immunoassay (LFIA) for the rapid detection of MCR-1-producing Enterobacteriaceae, demonstrating 100% sensitivity and 98% specificity.
A Novel Phenotypic Method To Screen for Plasmid-Mediated Colistin Resistance among Enterobacteriales.
The study introduces a novel phenotypic method using EDTA to screen for plasmid-mediated colistin resistance (PMCR) by observing a reduction in colistin MIC, demonstrating 100% sensitivity and 95.8% specificity for detecting mcr genes.
Characterization of a novel bla (NDM-5)-harboring IncFII plasmid and an mcr-1-bearing IncI2 plasmid in a single Escherichia coli ST167 clinical isolate.
The study characterizes a novel blaNDM-5-harboring IncFII plasmid and an mcr-1-bearing IncI2 plasmid in a single E. coli ST167 clinical isolate, highlighting the coexistence of carbapenem and colistin resistance mechanisms.
Comparative evaluation of the UMIC Colistine kit to assess MIC of colistin of gram-negative rods.
The study evaluates the UMIC Colistine kit for assessing colistin MIC in gram-negative rods, demonstrating its effectiveness in detecting colistin-resistant isolates, particularly those harboring mcr-1, mcr-2, and mcr-3 genes.
Rapid detection of colistin resistance protein MCR-1 by LC-MS/MS.
The study demonstrates the rapid detection of the MCR-1 protein, which confers colistin resistance, using LC-MS/MS by identifying specific tryptic peptides.
Epidemiologic and genomic insights on mcr-1-harbouring Salmonella from diarrhoeal outpatients in Shanghai, China, 2006-2016.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a critical factor in colistin resistance among Salmonella strains isolated from diarrhoeal outpatients in Shanghai, China, highlighting its increasing prevalence and potential for widespread transmission.
IncX4 Plasmid Carrying the New mcr-1.9 Gene Variant in a CTX-M-8-Producing Escherichia coli Isolate Recovered From Swine.
The study identifies a novel mcr-1.9 gene variant in an IncX4 plasmid from a colistin-resistant E. coli isolate from swine, which confers resistance to colistin.
Tridecaptin M, a New Variant Discovered in Mud Bacterium, Shows Activity against Colistin- and Extremely Drug-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae.
Tridecaptin M, a novel lipopeptide antibiotic, exhibits potent activity against colistin-resistant and extremely drug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae, including K. pneumoniae and E. coli, with minimal resistance development.
Susceptibility rates of clinically important bacteria collected from intensive care units against colistin, carbapenems, and other comparative agents: results from Surveillance of Multicenter Antimicrobial Resistance in Taiwan (SMART).
The study identified bla KPC and bla OXA48 carbapenemase genes in carbapenem-insusceptible Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates and mcr-1 colistin resistance gene in Enterobacter cloacae isolates.
Increased prevalence of Escherichia coli strains from food carrying bla (NDM) and mcr-1-bearing plasmids that structurally resemble those of clinical strains, China, 2015 to 2017.
The study identified the presence of bla NDM and mcr-1 genes in Escherichia coli strains from food samples in Shenzhen, China, showing an increase in resistance to meropenem and colistin.
First clinical isolate of Escherichia coli harboring mcr-1 gene in Mexico.
The study reports the first clinical isolate of Escherichia coli harboring the mcr-1 gene in Mexico, which showed resistance to colistin and other antibiotics.
Characterization of cefotaxime resistant Escherichia coli isolated from broiler farms in Ecuador.
The study identified bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-3, bla CMY-2, and mcr-1 as the primary resistance genes in cefotaxime-resistant E. coli isolates from broiler farms in Ecuador.
Epidemiology and Mechanisms of Resistance of Extensively Drug Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria.
The paper reviews the mechanisms of resistance in extensively drug-resistant (XDR) gram-negative bacteria, focusing on carbapenem resistance mechanisms such as carbapenemases (KPC, NDM, VIM, OXA-48), efflux pumps, porin mutations, and colistin resistance (mcr-1).
Escherichia coli Harboring mcr-1 in a Cluster of Liver Transplant Recipients: Detection through Active Surveillance and Whole-Genome Sequencing.
The study identified mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli ST117 in a cluster of liver transplant recipients, highlighting the potential for silent dissemination of colistin resistance through asymptomatic colonization.
Detection of colistin resistance mcr-1 gene in Salmonella enterica serovar Rissen isolated from mussels, Spain, 2012- to 2016.
The mcr-1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, was identified in a Salmonella enterica serovar Rissen strain isolated from mussels in Spain.
Antimicrobial Usages and Antimicrobial Resistance in Commensal Escherichia coli From Veal Calves in France: Evolution During the Fattening Process.
The study identified various extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-32, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-3, and bla CTX-M-2, as well as the plasmid-mediated mcr-1 gene, which confers resistance to colistin. These genes were prevalent in commensal Escherichia coli from veal calves in France.
Genotypic antimicrobial resistance assays for use on E. coli isolates and stool specimens.
The study developed and validated 85 PCR assays to detect 79 AMR genes and mutations associated with resistance across 10 antimicrobial classes, focusing on E. coli. The assays showed high concordance with sequencing and phenotypic susceptibility testing, demonstrating their potential for AMR surveillance in E. coli isolates and direct stool specimens.
Phenotypic and genotypic characterization of multi-drug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates harboring bla(CTX-M) group extended-spectrum β-lactamases recovered from pediatric patients in Shenzhen, southern China.
The study identified various bla CTX-M subtypes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-90, and others, as well as bla TEM, bla SHV, bla GES, bla CARB, bla NDM-1, bla KPC, and mcr-1, which contribute to multidrug resistance in E. coli isolates from pediatric patients in Shenzhen, China.
Identification of Quinolone and Colistin Resistance Genes in Escherichia Coli Strains Isolated from Mucosal Samples of Patients with Colorectal Cancer and Healthy Subjects.
The study identified qnrA and qnrB genes as contributors to ciprofloxacin resistance in E. coli strains from colorectal cancer patients and healthy subjects, while no colistin-resistant strains were found.
Loss of mcr Genes Mediated by Plasmid Elimination and ISApl1.
The study characterizes the loss of mcr-1 and mcr-3.19 genes mediated by IS Apl1 and plasmid elimination, demonstrating the instability of these genes under selective pressure.
Carriage of carbapenemase- and extended-spectrum cephalosporinase-producing Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae in humans and livestock in rural Cambodia; gender and age differences and detection of bla(OXA-48) in humans.
The study identified various beta-lactamase genes such as bla CTX-M27, bla CTX-M55, bla CTX-M15, bla CTX-M14, bla CMY-2, bla CMY-42, bla SHV-2, bla SHV-12, bla SHV-28, bla SHV-1, bla DHA-1, and bla OXA-48, along with colistin resistance genes mcr-1-like and mcr-3-like in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from humans and livestock in Cambodia.
Plasmid-Mediated mcr-1 Colistin Resistance in Escherichia coli from a Black Kite in Russia.
The study reports the first detection of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance in Russian wildlife, specifically an Escherichia coli isolate from a black kite carrying the mcr-1.1 gene on a conjugative IncI2 plasmid.
Multiplex loop-mediated isothermal amplification (multi-LAMP) assay for rapid detection of mcr-1 to mcr-5 in colistin-resistant bacteria.
The study established a multi-LAMP assay for the rapid detection of mcr-1 to mcr-5 genes in colistin-resistant bacteria, demonstrating high sensitivity and specificity compared to conventional PCR.
Design, Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of 1-Phenyl-2-(phenylamino) Ethanone Derivatives as Novel MCR-1 Inhibitors.
The study identifies compound 3 and its derivatives as potential inhibitors of the MCR-1 protein, which is responsible for colistin resistance. Compounds 6p and 6q showed the highest efficacy in restoring colistin susceptibility in E. coli BL21(DE3) expressing mcr-1.
Evaluation of an In-House Colistin NP Test for Use in Resource-Limited Settings.
The study evaluates an in-house colistin NP test for detecting colistin resistance, highlighting the importance of the mcr-1 gene in plasmid-mediated colistin resistance among Enterobacteriaceae.
Emergence of Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Goldcoast Strains in Taiwan and International Spread of the ST358 Clone.
The study identifies multiple multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Goldcoast strains in Taiwan, highlighting the emergence of an ST358 clone carrying various resistance genes, including blaCTX-M-55, mcr-1, and others, contributing to the rapid increase in infections.
High incidence of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli coharboring mcr-1 and bla (CTX-M-15) recovered from pigs.
The study identifies the high prevalence of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli co-harboring mcr-1 and bla CTX-M-15 genes in pigs from Jiangsu, China, highlighting their role in colistin and beta-lactam resistance.
Emergent Polymyxin Resistance: End of an Era?
The review discusses the emergence of polymyxin resistance, focusing on the mcr-1 gene which encodes a PEtN transferase that modifies lipid A, leading to colistin resistance. It highlights the spread of mcr-1 in various bacterial species and environments.
Use of ethylene-oxide gas sterilisation to terminate multidrug-resistant bacterial outbreaks linked to duodenoscopes.
The study highlights the role of mcr-1 gene in conferring colistin resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae, contributing to multidrug-resistant bacterial outbreaks linked to duodenoscopes.
Occurrence and Characterization of mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli Isolated From Food-Producing Animals in Poland, 2011-2016.
Key evolutionary events in the emergence of a globally disseminated, carbapenem resistant clone in the Escherichia coli ST410 lineage.
The study identifies blaNDM and blaOXA-181 as the primary carbapenemase genes in the globally disseminated ST410 lineage of carbapenem-resistant E. coli (CREC). Additionally, mcr-1 and mcr-3 were found to confer colistin resistance, while rmtB and armA were linked to amikacin resistance.
Acquisition of mcr-1 and Cocarriage of Virulence Genes in Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli Isolates from Municipal Wastewater Influents in Japan.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in five of seven E. coli isolates from municipal wastewater in Japan, highlighting the coexistence of colistin resistance and virulence genes in avian pathogenic E. coli.
Dissemination prevention of antibiotic resistant and facultative pathogenic bacteria by ultrafiltration and ozone treatment at an urban wastewater treatment plant.
The study analyzed the effectiveness of ultrafiltration and ozone treatment in reducing antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) and facultative pathogenic bacteria in wastewater. It identified several ARGs, including sul1, blaTEM, tetM, CTX-M, CTX-M-32, blaOXA-48, blaVIM, CMY-2, vanA, mcr-1, blaNDM, ermB, and intl1, which were found to be prevalent in the wastewater. Both ultrafiltration units showed significant reduction in these ARGs and pathogenic bacteria, whereas ozone treatment was less effective.
Plasmid-mediated mcr-1 gene in Acinetobacter baumannii and Pseudomonas aeruginosa: first report from Pakistan.
The study reports the first detection of plasmid-mediated mcr-1 gene in colistin-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii and Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates from Pakistan.
Using Colistin as a Trojan Horse: Inactivation of Gram-Negative Bacteria with Chlorophyllin.
The study demonstrates that chlorophyllin, in combination with colistin, can effectively inactivate colistin-resistant E. coli strains harboring the mcr-1 gene, suggesting a potential strategy to combat colistin resistance.
Characterization of mcr-1-Harboring Plasmids from Pan Drug-Resistant Escherichia coli Strains Isolated from Retail Raw Chicken in South Korea.
The study identified mcr-1 plasmids in pan drug-resistant E. coli strains from retail chicken in South Korea, highlighting their ability to transfer to other Gram-negative pathogens and confer colistin resistance. Fluoroquinolone resistance was due to mutations in gyrA and parC.
Characterization of Five Escherichia coli Isolates Co-expressing ESBL and MCR-1 Resistance Mechanisms From Different Origins in China.
The study characterizes five Escherichia coli isolates co-expressing ESBL and MCR-1 resistance mechanisms, identifying the mcr-1 gene and various bla CTX-M genes as responsible for colistin and cefotaxime resistance, respectively.
Detection of Colistin Resistance in Escherichia coli by Use of the MALDI Biotyper Sirius Mass Spectrometry System.
The study reports the adaptation of the MALDIxin test for the MALDI Biotyper Sirius system to detect colistin resistance in E. coli by analyzing lipid A modifications, identifying various mcr genes (mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-4, mcr-5, mcr-8) as contributors to colistin resistance.
Inter-host Transmission of Carbapenemase-Producing Escherichia coli among Humans and Backyard Animals.
The study identified blaNDM genes as the primary cause of carbapenem resistance in Escherichia coli isolates from humans, pigs, chickens, and flies in rural China, highlighting the transmission of these resistance genes between humans and backyard animals.
Characteristics of Carbapenem-Resistant and Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli Co-Producing NDM-1 and MCR-1 from Pig Farms in China.
The study identifies blaNDM-1 and mcr-1 as the primary resistance genes in carbapenem-resistant and colistin-resistant E. coli isolates from pig farms in China, highlighting their coexistence on plasmids and their ability to confer resistance to multiple antibiotics.
MCR1 and KPC2 Co-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Bacteremia: First Case in Korea.
The study reports the first case of MCR1 and KPC2 co-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae in Korea, highlighting the potential for multidrug-resistant clones to cause severe infections and spread between regions.
Genetic Features of mcr-1 Mediated Colistin Resistance in CMY-2-Producing Escherichia coli From Romanian Poultry.
The study identified mcr-1 as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene in CMY-2-producing E. coli isolates from Romanian poultry, highlighting its presence in multiple sequence types and association with other resistance determinants.
Emergence of two Escherichia coli strains co-harboring mcr-1 and bla (NDM) in fresh vegetables from China.
Two E. coli strains co-harboring mcr-1 and bla NDM-5/9 were identified in fresh vegetables in China, highlighting the potential risk of AMR gene transmission through the food chain.
Reduced Fitness Costs of mcr-1.2 Compared to Mutated pmrB in Isogenic Colistin-Resistant KPC-3-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Occurrence and Genomic Characterization of Two MCR-1-Producing Escherichia coli Isolates from the Same Mink Farmer.
The study identified two MCR-1-producing E. coli isolates from a mink farmer, including a novel mcr-1 variant, mcr-1.12, which confers colistin resistance.
Occurrence and Genomic Characterization of Two MCR-1-Producing Escherichia coli Isolates from the Same Mink Farmer.
The study identified two MCR-1-producing E. coli isolates from a mink farmer, including a novel mcr-1 variant, mcr-1.12, which confers colistin resistance.
Characteristics of a Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli ST695 Harboring the Chromosomally-Encoded mcr-1 Gene.
The study identifies the chromosomally-encoded mcr-1 gene in a colistin-resistant E. coli ST695 strain, along with various other resistance genes such as bla NDM-1, aadA1, aadA2, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-VI, rmtB, cmlA1, floR, tet(A), tet(M), dfrA12, oqxA, oqxB, qnrS1, mph(A), bla TEM-105, and bla TEM-1B, contributing to its multidrug-resistant phenotype.
Genomic Characterization of Prevalent mcr-1, mcr-4, and mcr-5 Escherichia coli Within Swine Enteric Colibacillosis in Spain.
The study identifies various mcr variants (mcr-1.1, mcr-1.10, mcr-4.1, mcr-4.2, mcr-4.5, mcr-5.1) and other resistance genes (bla CTX-M–14, bla CTX-M–32, bla SHV–12) in colistin-resistant E. coli isolates from swine. It also reports mutations in gyrA, parC, PmrA, and PmrB contributing to fluoroquinolone and colistin resistance.
Genomic Characterization of Prevalent mcr-1, mcr-4, and mcr-5 Escherichia coli Within Swine Enteric Colibacillosis in Spain.
The study identifies various mcr variants (mcr-1.1, mcr-1.10, mcr-4.1, mcr-4.2, mcr-4.5, mcr-5.1) and other resistance genes (bla CTX-M–14, bla CTX-M–32, bla SHV–12) in colistin-resistant E. coli isolates from swine. It also reports mutations in gyrA, parC, PmrA, and PmrB contributing to fluoroquinolone and colistin resistance.
Complex Class 1 Integron in a Clinical Escherichia coli Strain From Vietnam Carrying Both mcr-1 and bla (NDM-1).
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant E. coli strain carrying both mcr-1 and bla NDM-1, highlighting the co-existence of colistin and carbapenem resistance genes in Vietnam.
Emergence and Comparative Genomics Analysis of Extended-Spectrum-β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Carrying mcr-1 in Fennec Fox Imported from Sudan to China.
The study identified the presence of extended-spectrum-beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Escherichia coli (ESBL-EC) in fennec fox imported from Sudan to China, including the detection of the mcr-1 gene, which confers resistance to colistin. Multiple bla CTX-M variants, including bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and bla CTX-M-64, were found to mediate resistance to various beta-lactam antibiotics.
Bloodstream infections caused by Escherichia coli carrying mcr-1 gene in hospitalized patients in northern Italy from 2012 to 2018.
The study identified the presence of the mcr-1 gene in Escherichia coli causing bloodstream infections in hospitalized patients in northern Italy, highlighting the emergence of colistin resistance.
Phenotypic Detection of Plasmid-Mediated Colistin Resistance in Enterobacteriaceae.
The study evaluates a phenotypic assay for detecting plasmid-mediated colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae, focusing on the mcr-1 gene which confers resistance to colistin.
Coexistence Of Plasmid-Mediated mcr-1 And bla (NDM-4) Genes In A Klebsiella pneumoniae Clinical Strain In Vietnam.
The study reports the first clinical Klebsiella pneumoniae strain in Vietnam co-harboring mcr-1 and blaNDM-4 genes, which confer resistance to colistin and carbapenems, respectively.
Raw meat-based diets for companion animals: a potential source of transmission of pathogenic and antimicrobial-resistant Enterobacteriaceae.
The study identified several AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-3, bla CTX-M-9, bla SHV-12, mcr-1, and rmtB, in Enterobacteriaceae isolated from raw meat-based diets for companion animals. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics, highlighting the potential public health risk associated with the consumption of such diets.
Evidence of colistin resistance genes (mcr-1 and mcr-2) in wild birds and its public health implication in Egypt.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-2 genes in wild birds, water, and human samples in Egypt, highlighting the potential environmental spread of colistin resistance.
Emergence of colistin resistance in multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli strains isolated from cancer patients.
The study identified mcr-1 as a plasmid-encoded colistin resistance gene in two isolates and a missense mutation in mgrB as a chromosomal cause of colistin resistance in one isolate.
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.
Honokiol Restores Polymyxin Susceptibility to MCR-1-Positive Pathogens both In Vitro and In Vivo.
Honokiol restores polymyxin susceptibility to MCR-1-positive pathogens both in vitro and in vivo by directly targeting the MCR-1 enzyme, which is responsible for colistin resistance.
Exploring the antimicrobial resistance profiles of WHO critical priority list bacterial strains.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in a clinical E. coli isolate, which conferred resistance to colistin. The biosurfactant produced by B. amyloliquefaciens ST34 showed antimicrobial activity against MDR and XDR strains of WHO priority bacteria.
Dissemination and Comparison of Genetic Determinants of mcr-Mediated Colistin Resistance in Enterobacteriaceae via Retailed Raw Meat Products.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a major determinant of colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae from retail meat, with the fosA3 gene contributing to fosfomycin resistance in a multidrug-resistant E. coli isolate from China.
Increasing Prevalence of ESBL-Producing Multidrug Resistance Escherichia coli From Diseased Pets in Beijing, China From 2012 to 2017.
The study identified a high prevalence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) Escherichia coli isolates from diseased pets in Beijing, China, with a significant increase in resistance rates from 2012 to 2017. Key AMR genes characterized include bla CTX-M, bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-15, bla NDM-5, mcr-1, and qnrB, which confer resistance to beta-lactams, carbapenems, colistin, and quinolones.
Colistin Combined With Tigecycline: A Promising Alternative Strategy to Combat Escherichia coli Harboring bla (NDM-) (5) and mcr-1.
The study identified mcr-1 and bla NDM-5 as genes conferring resistance to colistin and carbapenems, respectively, in Escherichia coli. The combination of colistin and tigecycline showed synergistic activity against these resistant strains.
Colistin-resistance gene mcr in clinical carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae strains in China, 2014-2019.
The study identified the colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in clinical carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) strains in China, showing an increase in mcr-1-positive CRE isolates after the introduction of polymyxin in clinical practice.
Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1 Mediates Cell Permeability and Resistance to Hydrophobic Antibiotics.
The mcr-1 gene, which encodes an LPS-modifying enzyme, was shown to confer colistin resistance and alter membrane permeability, leading to decreased resistance to hydrophobic antibiotics.
Colistin-resistant Escherichia coli carrying mcr-1 in food, water, hand rinse, and healthy human gut in Bangladesh.
The study identified colistin-resistant Escherichia coli carrying the mcr-1 gene in various environmental and human samples in Bangladesh, highlighting the spread of colistin resistance.
mcr-Colistin Resistance Genes Mobilized by IncX4, IncHI2, and IncI2 Plasmids in Escherichia coli of Pigs and White Stork in Spain.
The study identifies mcr-1 and mcr-4.2 colistin resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from pigs and white storks in Spain, highlighting their mobility via IncX4, IncHI2, and IncI2 plasmids.
A Pilot Study of Chicago Waterways as Reservoirs of Multidrug-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae (MDR-Ent) in a High-Risk Region for Community-Acquired MDR-Ent Infection in Children.
The study identified various multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (MDR-Ent) in Chicago waterways, including genes encoding beta-lactamases (CTX-M-1, CTX-M-9, SHV-ESBL, CMY-II-AmpC), aminoglycoside modifying enzymes (aac-6'-Ib), quinolone resistance proteins (qnrB), efflux pump components (oqxA/B), and colistin resistance (mcr-1). These genes were found in E. coli, K. pneumoniae, and E. cloacae isolates and conferred resistance to multiple antibiotics.
Prevalence and characteristics of multidrug-resistant mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli isolates from broiler chickens in Tai'an, China.
The study identified mcr-1 as the primary cause of colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from broiler chickens in Tai'an, China, with high prevalence of multidrug resistance involving genes like bla TEM, bla CTX-M, aphA3, tetA, tetB, tetC, sul1, and sul2.
ESKAPE Bacteria and Extended-Spectrum-β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated from Wastewater and Process Water from German Poultry Slaughterhouses.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes (bla TEM, bla CTX-M, bla SHV) and the mcr-1 gene conferring resistance to colistin in ESKAPE bacteria and ESBL-producing E. coli isolated from wastewater and process water in German poultry slaughterhouses.
Genomic Characterization of New Variant of Hydrogen Sulfide (H(2)S)-Producing Escherichia coli with Multidrug Resistance Properties Carrying the mcr-1 Gene in China †
The study reports the first detection of a hydrogen sulfide (H2S)-producing Escherichia coli variant isolated from a human in China, with multidrug resistance properties, including colistin resistance mediated by the mcr-1 gene, along with other resistance genes such as aadA1, aadA2, dfrA12, blaTEM-1B, oqxA, oqxB, floR, cmlA1, sul3, and tet(A).
Development of a Novel mcr-6 to mcr-9 Multiplex PCR and Assessment of mcr-1 to mcr-9 Occurrence in Colistin-Resistant Salmonella enterica Isolates From Environment, Feed, Animals and Food (2011-2018) in Germany.
The study identified mcr-1, mcr-4, mcr-5, and mcr-9 genes in colistin-resistant Salmonella enterica isolates from Germany, highlighting the widespread occurrence of these genes in various serovars and sources.
Emerging colistin resistance in Salmonella enterica serovar Newport isolates from human infections
Mass bathing events in River Kshipra, Central India- influence on the water quality and the antibiotic susceptibility pattern of commensal E.coli.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in commensal E. coli isolates from River Kshipra, indicating polymyxin resistance. High levels of multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing E. coli were observed, highlighting concerns about the spread of antibiotic resistance genes in the environment.
Prevalence and Molecular Characteristics of Avian-Origin mcr-1-Harboring Escherichia coli in Shandong Province, China.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene, blaTEM, blaCTX-M, aac(6)-Ib-cr, and qnrA as the primary AMR genes in avian-origin E. coli isolates in Shandong Province, China.
Gulls as Sources of Environmental Contamination by Colistin-resistant Bacteria.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a significant factor in colistin resistance in E. coli strains isolated from gulls, demonstrating its presence and shedding patterns in gull populations.
Plasmid-Mediated Colistin Resistance (mcr-1) in Escherichia coli from Non-Imported Fresh Vegetables for Human Consumption in Portugal.
Metadata Analysis of mcr-1-Bearing Plasmids Inspired by the Sequencing Evidence for Horizontal Transfer of Antibiotic Resistance Genes Between Polluted River and Wild Birds.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a key factor in colistin resistance in E. coli strains isolated from polluted rivers and wild birds. It also characterizes several other AMR genes including aadA1, aadA2, aph(3′)-Ia, aph(3″)-Ib, aph(4)-Ia, aph(6)-Id, tet(B), tet(D), tet(A), bla CTX–M–14, bla TEM–1, qnrS2, oqxA, oqxB, cmlA1, floR, vgaC, sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA12, and glpT (E448K).
Co-Existence of mcr-1 and bla (NDM-5) in an Escherichia coli Strain Isolated from the Pharmaceutical Industry, WWTP.
The study reports the first isolation of an E. coli strain (R15) that co-carries mcr-1 and blaNDM-5 genes from a wastewater treatment plant in China, highlighting the spread of multidrug-resistant strains in the environment.
Antibiotic-resistant Escherichia coli isolated from urban rodents in Hanoi, Vietnam.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolated from urban rodents in Hanoi, Vietnam, including bla TEM, tet(A), sul1, sul2, sul3, and mcr-1, highlighting the potential of rodents as reservoirs of multidrug-resistant and colistin-resistant E. coli.
Antimicrobial Resistance in Farm Animals in Brazil: An Update Overview.
The review highlights the prevalence of antimicrobial resistance in farm animals in Brazil, particularly in Salmonella, E. coli, and Campylobacter. Key resistance genes identified include blaCTX-M-2 and blaTEM-1, which confer resistance to beta-lactam antibiotics.
Whole Genome Sequencing and Characteristics of mcr-1-Harboring Plasmids of Porcine Escherichia coli Isolates Belonging to the High-Risk Clone O25b:H4-ST131 Clade B.
The study identified the mcr-1.1 gene in five porcine E. coli isolates, which confers resistance to colistin. The gene was found on various plasmids, including IncF, IncX4, and IncHI2, highlighting the role of mobile genetic elements in the spread of colistin resistance.
Comparative Evaluation of CHROMagar COL-APSE, MicroScan Walkaway, ComASP Colistin, and Colistin MAC Test in Detecting Colistin-resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in a single E. coli isolate using multiplex PCR, highlighting its role in colistin resistance.
Colistin and its role in the Era of antibiotic resistance: an extended review (2000-2019)
The paper reviews the mechanisms of colistin resistance in multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria, highlighting chromosomal mutations in genes such as pmrA, pmrB, phoP, phoQ, and mgrB that alter LPS modifications and contribute to resistance.
Emergence of a multidrug-resistant ST 27 Escherichia coli co-harboring bla(NDM-1), mcr-1, and fosA3 from a patient in China.
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant ST 27 Escherichia coli isolate co-harboring bla(NDM-1), mcr-1, and fosA3, highlighting the emergence of resistance to carbapenems, colistin, and fosfomycin.
Reversal of mcr-1-Mediated Colistin Resistance in Escherichia coli by CRISPR-Cas9 System.
The study demonstrated that the CRISPR-Cas9 system can efficiently eliminate the mcr-1 gene from Escherichia coli, thereby reversing colistin resistance and preventing the horizontal transfer of the conjugative plasmid pHNSHP45.
Co-occurrence of mcr-1, mcr-3, mcr-7 and clinically relevant antimicrobial resistance genes in environmental and fecal samples.
The study identified the co-occurrence of mcr-1, mcr-3, mcr-7.1, and various clinically relevant antimicrobial resistance genes in environmental and fecal samples from a Brazilian zoo, highlighting the potential reservoir of these genes in zoological environments.
Global ocean resistome revealed: Exploring antibiotic resistance gene abundance and distribution in TARA Oceans samples.
The study identified 313 ARGs in the global ocean, including mcr-1, which confers resistance to colistin. The most frequent ARGs were Qac and TETB(60), associated with multidrug efflux pumps and tetracycline resistance, respectively.
New insights into novel Escherichia coli colistin-resistant strains isolated from Argentina.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as the cause of colistin resistance in Escherichia coli strains isolated from Argentina, demonstrating that the gene modifies lipid A to reduce colistin binding.
A broad-spectrum antibiotic adjuvant reverses multidrug-resistant Gram-negative pathogens.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including blaNDM-5, mcr-1, tetA, mdfA, oqxAB, arr-2, aph(4), aac(3)-IV, and fosA3, which are associated with resistance to various antibiotics. These genes were found in a multidrug-resistant E. coli isolate and were shown to be targeted by the antibiotic adjuvant SLAP-S25, enhancing the efficacy of antibiotics against MDR Gram-negative pathogens.
Rough-type and loss of the LPS due to lpx genes deletions are associated with colistin resistance in multidrug-resistant clinical Escherichia coli isolates not harbouring mcr genes.
Loss of LPS or lipid A deficiency leads to colistin resistance in E. coli isolates lacking mcr genes. The mcr-1 gene contributes to colistin resistance when heterologously expressed.
Virulence Potential of a Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Strain Belonging to the Emerging Clonal Group ST101-B1 Isolated from Bloodstream Infection.
The study identified a multidrug-resistant E. coli strain EC121 harboring 14 antimicrobial resistance genes, including bla CTX-M-2, which confers resistance to multiple beta-lactam antibiotics.
Development of CRISPR-Cas13a-based antimicrobials capable of sequence-specific killing of target bacteria.
The study demonstrates the development of CRISPR-Cas13a-based antimicrobials that can specifically kill bacteria carrying AMR genes such as blaIMP-1, mcr-1, mcr-2, blaOXA-48, blaVIM-2, blaNDM-1, blaKPC-2, and mecA.
Detection of Colistin Resistance in Salmonella enterica Using MALDIxin Test on the Routine MALDI Biotyper Sirius Mass Spectrometer.
The study presents the use of the MALDIxin test to detect colistin resistance in Salmonella enterica, identifying mcr-1, mcr-4, and mcr-5 genes as well as mutations in mgrB that contribute to resistance.
The European Union summary report on antimicrobial resistance in zoonotic and indicator bacteria from humans, animals and food in 2016.
The report highlights high levels of antimicrobial resistance in zoonotic bacteria such as Salmonella and Campylobacter, with specific emphasis on resistance to fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines, and sulfonamides. It also notes the emergence of multidrug-resistant strains and the presence of ESBL-producing and carbapenemase-producing E. coli in poultry and meat.
Quantitative Release Assessment of mcr-mediated Colistin-resistant Escherichia Coli from Japanese Pigs.
The study identified mcr-1, mcr-3, and mcr-5 as the main plasmid-mediated colistin resistance genes in Escherichia coli from Japanese pigs, highlighting their prevalence and impact on colistin resistance.
Identification of an extensively drug-resistant Escherichia coli clinical strain harboring mcr-1 and bla NDM-1 in Korea.
The study identifies an extensively drug-resistant Escherichia coli strain harboring mcr-1 and blaNDM-1, highlighting the emergence of multidrug-resistant strains in Korea.
Genomic Characterization of mcr-1-carrying Salmonella enterica Serovar 4,[5],12:i:- ST 34 Clone Isolated From Pigs in China.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in four colistin-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar 4,[5],12:i:- isolates from pigs in China, demonstrating its role in colistin resistance and its potential for horizontal transfer via IncHI2 plasmids.
Antimicrobial Resistance in Multidrug-Resistant Pathogens: Focus on Polymyxin Resistance Mechanisms
This review discusses the antibacterial activity and mechanisms of resistance to polymyxins, focusing on their interaction with bacterial membranes and the genetic basis of resistance.
Peptide Probes of Colistin Resistance Discovered via Chemically Enhanced Phage Display.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a key mediator of colistin resistance through phosphoethanolamine modification of lipopolysaccharide, and develops peptide probes that selectively bind to colistin-resistant bacteria.
Development of an NGS-Based Workflow for Improved Monitoring of Circulating Plasmids in Support of Risk Assessment of Antimicrobial Resistance Gene Dissemination.
The study developed an optimized NGS-based workflow for plasmid reconstruction, enabling the identification of AMR genes such as mcr-1.1, blaTEM-1B, and others, which are critical for understanding the dissemination of antimicrobial resistance.
Draft genome sequence of multi-resistant Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Rissen strain 19CS0416 isolated from Vietnam reveals mcr-1 plasmid mediated resistance to colistin already in 2013.
The study reports the first draft genome sequence of a Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Rissen strain with plasmid-mediated resistance to colistin encoded by the mcr-1 gene, highlighting the early presence of this gene in Vietnam in 2013.
Antimicrobial Susceptibility and Virulence of mcr-1-Positive Enterobacteriaceae in China, a Multicenter Longitudinal Epidemiological Study.
The study identified 17 mcr-1-positive Enterobacteriaceae isolates, primarily Escherichia coli, exhibiting low-level colistin resistance. These isolates carried various antimicrobial resistance genes, including blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-14, and others.
High Frequency of Multidrug-Resistant (MDR) Atypical Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli (aEPEC) in Broilers in Hungary.
The study identified a high frequency of multidrug-resistant atypical enteropathogenic Escherichia coli (aEPEC) in broilers in Hungary, with a significant portion showing resistance to multiple antibiotic classes. The mcr1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, was not detected in any of the isolates.
Genome sequences of two clinical Escherichia coli isolates harboring the novel colistin-resistance gene variants mcr-1.26 and mcr-1.27.
Genome sequences of two clinical Escherichia coli isolates harboring the novel colistin-resistance gene variants mcr-1.26 and mcr-1.27.
Two novel colistin-resistance gene variants, mcr-1.26 and mcr-1.27, were identified in clinical Escherichia coli isolates. These variants were located on IncX4 plasmids and conferred resistance to colistin.
Genome sequences of two clinical Escherichia coli isolates harboring the novel colistin-resistance gene variants mcr-1.26 and mcr-1.27.
Two novel colistin-resistance gene variants, mcr-1.26 and mcr-1.27, were identified in clinical Escherichia coli isolates. These variants were located on IncX4 plasmids and conferred resistance to colistin.
Genome sequences of two clinical Escherichia coli isolates harboring the novel colistin-resistance gene variants mcr-1.26 and mcr-1.27.
Genome sequences of two clinical Escherichia coli isolates harboring the novel colistin-resistance gene variants mcr-1.26 and mcr-1.27.
Genome sequences of two clinical Escherichia coli isolates harboring the novel colistin-resistance gene variants mcr-1.26 and mcr-1.27.
Genome sequences of two clinical Escherichia coli isolates harboring the novel colistin-resistance gene variants mcr-1.26 and mcr-1.27.
Genome sequences of two clinical Escherichia coli isolates harboring the novel colistin-resistance gene variants mcr-1.26 and mcr-1.27.
Prevalence and Molecular Typing of Colistin-Resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa (CRPA) Among β-Lactamase-Producing Isolates: A Study Based on High-Resolution Melting Curve Analysis Method.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a significant factor in colistin resistance among Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates, along with various beta-lactamase genes such as blaTEM, blaSHV, blaKPC, and blaIMP.
Prevalence and Genetic Characterization of mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli Isolated from Retail Meats in South Korea.
The study identified mcr-1-positive E. coli strains in retail meats in South Korea, highlighting the presence of colistin resistance mediated by plasmids, particularly IncI2 and IncX4 types.
Prevalence and Genetic Characterization of mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli Isolated from Retail Meats in South Korea.
The study identified mcr-1-positive E. coli strains in retail meats in South Korea, highlighting the presence of colistin resistance mediated by plasmids, particularly IncI2 and IncX4 types.
Overcoming Intrinsic and Acquired Resistance Mechanisms Associated with the Cell Wall of Gram-Negative Bacteria.
The paper discusses various resistance mechanisms in Gram-negative bacteria, focusing on the cell wall, including the pmrCAB operon, mcr-1 gene, and regulatory systems like pmrAB and phoPQ, which are crucial for polymyxin resistance.
Resistance Profiling and Molecular Characterization of Extended-Spectrum/Plasmid-Mediated AmpC β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated from Healthy Broiler Chickens in South Korea.
The study identified ESBL/pAmpC-producing E. coli isolates from healthy broiler chickens in South Korea, highlighting the presence of bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-55, and bla CMY-2 genes, as well as coexistence of mcr-1 and bla CMY-2 genes, indicating significant antimicrobial resistance concerns.
Plasmid mediated colistin resistant mcr-1 and co-existence of OXA-48 among Escherichia coli from clinical and poultry isolates: first report from Nepal.
The study reports the first detection of the mcr-1 gene, which confers plasmid-mediated colistin resistance, in Escherichia coli isolates from both clinical and poultry sources in Nepal. Additionally, the co-existence of the OXA-48 gene, which is associated with carbapenem resistance, was observed in some of these isolates.
Plasmidic resistance to colistin mediated by mcr-1 gene in Escherichia coli clinical isolates in Argentina: A retrospective study, 2012-2018.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene and its variant mcr-1.5 as the primary drivers of colistin resistance in E. coli clinical isolates in Argentina, highlighting their widespread distribution and association with multidrug resistance.
Plasmidic resistance to colistin mediated by mcr-1 gene in Escherichia coli clinical isolates in Argentina: A retrospective study, 2012-2018.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene and its variant mcr-1.5 as the primary drivers of colistin resistance in E. coli clinical isolates in Argentina, highlighting their widespread distribution and association with multidrug resistance.
Identification of mcr-8 in Clinical Isolates From Qatar and Evaluation of Their Antimicrobial Profiles.
The study identifies mcr-8.1 in Klebsiella pneumoniae and mcr-1.1 in Escherichia coli, both contributing to colistin resistance. Chromosomal mutations in mgrB and phoP were also associated with colistin resistance.
Colistin Resistance of Non-pathogenic Strains of Escherichia Coli Occurring as Natural Intestinal Flora in Broiler Chickens Treated and not Treated with Colistin Sulphate.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a determinant of colistin resistance in non-pathogenic E. coli strains isolated from broiler chickens, with higher prevalence in treated flocks.
Prevalence of avian-origin mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli with a potential risk to humans in Tai'an, China.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene and bla CTX-M-14 and bla CTX-M-15 genes in avian-origin polymyxin-resistant Escherichia coli isolates, highlighting their potential risk to humans.
Personalized Medicine for Antibiotics: The Role of Nanobiosensors in Therapeutic Drug Monitoring.
The paper discusses various AMR genes and mutations associated with resistance to antibiotics, focusing on mechanisms such as enzymatic degradation, altered target sites, and efflux pumps. Key genes identified include aac(6')-Ie + aph(2'')-Ia, ant(4')-Ia, aph(3')-IIIa, aac(6')-Ie + aph(3''), vanA, vanB, vanC, vanE, vanD, vanG, vanM, vanL, blaOXA-23, blaOXA-24, blaOXA-51, blaOXA-58, blaKPC, mexR, gyrA, gyrB, parC, parE, qnr, cfr, mprF, arnBCADTEF operon, and pmrE.
Genome Characterization of mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli Isolated From Pigs With Postweaning Diarrhea in China.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes, including mcr-1.1 and mcr-3.1, in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from pigs with postweaning diarrhea in China.
Occurrence and characteristics of Escherichia coli mcr-1-like in rabbits in Shandong, China.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in Escherichia coli isolated from rabbits in Shandong, China, highlighting its role in polymyxin resistance and the potential for horizontal transfer via plasmids.
Association between the use of colistin for short-term treatment of Gram-negative bacterial infections and the emergence of colistin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in swine from selected swine farms in Thailand.
The study found that short-term treatment with colistin was associated with the emergence of colistin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in swine. The mcr-1 gene was detected in 57.6% of colistin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae isolates.
Prevalence, Distribution, and Diversity of Salmonella Strains Isolated From a Subtropical Lake.
The study identified high levels of antimicrobial resistance in Salmonella strains isolated from Lake Zapotlán, with colistin resistance being the most prevalent.
High abundance of the colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in chicken gut-bacteria in Bangladesh.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as the predominant colistin resistance gene in chicken gut bacteria in Bangladesh, with a significant association between mcr-1 and colistin resistance. mcr-2 was also detected but at lower frequencies.
The Mobile Colistin Resistance Gene, mcr-1.1, Is Carried on IncX4 Plasmids in Multidrug Resistant E. coli Isolated from Rainbow Trout Aquaculture.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolated from rainbow trout in Lebanon. The gene was found on IncX4 plasmids and was shown to be transmissible.
The Mobile Colistin Resistance Gene, mcr-1.1, Is Carried on IncX4 Plasmids in Multidrug Resistant E. coli Isolated from Rainbow Trout Aquaculture.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolated from rainbow trout in Lebanon. The gene was found on IncX4 plasmids and was shown to be transmissible.
Simple Phenotypic Tests To Improve Accuracy in Screening Chromosomal and Plasmid-Mediated Colistin Resistance in Gram-Negative Bacilli.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene in various Gram-negative bacteria, including E. coli, Enterobacterales, Acinetobacter spp., and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Molecular Detection of the mcr Genes by Multiplex PCR.
The study developed a multiplex PCR method for the rapid and efficient detection of mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-4, mcr-5, mcr-7, mcr-8, and mcr-9 genes in colistin-resistant isolates.
A Multidrug-resistant Monophasic Salmonella Typhimurium Co-harboring mcr-1, fosA3, bla (CTX-M-14) in a Transferable IncHI2 Plasmid from a Healthy Catering Worker in China.
Co-Occurrence of the mcr-1.1 and mcr-3.7 Genes in a Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolate from China.
The study identifies the co-occurrence of mcr-1.1 and mcr-3.7 genes in a multidrug-resistant E. coli isolate from China, highlighting the potential for horizontal gene transfer and the emergence of colistin resistance.
High prevalence of mcr-1-encoded colistin resistance in commensal Escherichia coli from broiler chicken in Bangladesh.
The study identified a high prevalence of the mcr-1 gene among commensal E. coli strains from broiler chickens in Bangladesh, indicating widespread colistin resistance.
First Report of an Escherichia coli Strain Carrying the Colistin Resistance Determinant mcr-1 from a Dog in South Korea.
The study reports the first detection of the mcr-1 gene in colistin-resistant E. coli isolated from a dog in South Korea, highlighting the potential public health risk of mcr-1 dissemination through companion animals.
Colistin Update on Its Mechanism of Action and Resistance, Present and Future Challenges.
The paper discusses the emergence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance genes, such as mcr-1 and mcr-2, in various bacterial species, highlighting their role in reducing susceptibility to colistin.
Metabolic Perturbations Caused by the Over-Expression of mcr-1 in Escherichia coli.
Over-expression of the mcr-1 gene in E. coli leads to metabolic perturbations, including disruptions in lipid and carbohydrate metabolism, and reduces bacterial growth, but the bacteria recover by 24 hours.
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.
In vitro Synergistic Activity of Antimicrobial Combinations Against bla (KPC) and bla (NDM)-Producing Enterobacterales With bla (IMP) or mcr Genes.
The study evaluated the synergistic effects of various antimicrobial combinations against carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales, identifying bla KPC, bla NDM, bla IMP, and mcr genes as critical resistance determinants.
Colistin-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae Isolated From Process Waters and Wastewater From German Poultry and Pig Slaughterhouses.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a significant factor in colistin resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli, highlighting its role in the spread of colistin resistance.
Resistance Mechanisms to Antimicrobial Peptides in Gram-Positive Bacteria.
This review discusses the mechanisms used by Gram-positive bacteria to resist antimicrobial peptides, focusing on modifications in membrane/cell wall structure, transport systems, efflux pumps, and AMP sequestration/inactivation.
Characterization of integrons and antimicrobial resistance in Salmonella from broilers in Shandong, China.
The study identified several AMR genes in Salmonella isolates from broilers in Shandong, China, including blaTEM, blaOXA, blaCTX-M, blaPSE, aac(6')-Ib-cr, oqxB, qnrB, and mcr-1, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as ampicillin, enrofloxacin, and polymyxin.
Emergence of plasmid-mediated mcr genes from Gram-negative bacteria at the human-animal interface.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-2 genes in colistin-resistant Gram-negative bacteria from both animal and human sources, highlighting the emergence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance at the human-animal interface.
Rapid microbial identification and colistin resistance detection via MALDI-TOF MS using a novel on-target extraction of membrane lipids.
The study introduces a novel method called FLAT for rapid microbial identification and colistin resistance detection using MALDI-TOF MS. It highlights the role of the mcr-1 gene in conferring colistin resistance through lipid A modifications.
Transferable Resistance to Highest Priority Critically Important Antibiotics for Human Health in Escherichia coli Strains Obtained From Livestock Feces in Uruguay.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli isolates from livestock in Uruguay, including qnrB19, qnrS1, qnrE1, bla CTX-M-8, bla CTX-M-2, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-55, bla CMY-2, bla SHV-12, and mcr-1, highlighting the presence of transferable resistance to critically important antibiotics.
Widespread Prevalence of Plasmid-Mediated Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1 in Escherichia coli from Père David's Deer in China.
The study reports the widespread prevalence of the plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in Escherichia coli isolates from Père David's deer in China, highlighting the role of plasmids in the dissemination of this resistance gene.
A novel type of colistin resistance genes selected from random sequence space.
Six novel colistin resistance peptides (Dcr1-6) were identified that activate the PmrAB two-component system, leading to lipid A modifications and colistin resistance. These peptides function as auxiliary activators of PmrB and confer resistance in multiple bacterial genera.
Plasmid Dynamics of mcr-1-Positive Salmonella spp. in a General Hospital in China.
The study identified six mcr-1-positive Salmonella strains, with five having plasmid-encoded mcr-1 and one having a chromosomal mcr-1 gene originating from a plasmid. The mcr-1 gene was found to confer resistance to colistin.
The Acquisition of Colistin Resistance Is Associated to the Amplification of a Large Chromosomal Region in Klebsiella pneumoniae kp52145.
The study identifies that the amplification of a 34 Kb chromosomal region in Klebsiella pneumoniae kp52145 is associated with the acquisition of colistin resistance, highlighting the role of gene amplification in resistance mechanisms.
Draft Genome Sequences of Multidrug-Resistant and mcr-1.1-Harboring Escherichia coli Isolated from Drinking and Well Waters Used in Syrian Refugee Camps.
Two multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli strains carrying the mcr-1.1 gene were identified in water sources from Syrian refugee camps, indicating potential spread of colistin resistance.
Multidrug Antimicrobial Resistance and Molecular Detection of mcr-1 Gene in Salmonella Species Isolated from Chicken.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in Salmonella isolates from chicken, which confers resistance to colistin. The mcr-1 gene was found in 5 out of 10 isolates, and one isolate carried a novel allele, mcr-1.23.
Genomic Features of MCR-1 and Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Enterobacterales from Retail Raw Chicken in Egypt.
The study identified mcr-1-positive Enterobacterales in retail chicken in Egypt, including Escherichia coli and Citrobacter freundii. It also found the fosA4 gene associated with fosfomycin resistance and various extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) genes such as bla CTX-M-9, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and bla SHV-12.
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.
In vitro activity of antimicrobial peptide CDP-B11 alone and in combination with colistin against colistin-resistant and multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a key factor in colistin resistance in Escherichia coli #0346, demonstrating its role in reducing susceptibility to colistin.
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.
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.
Antimicrobial-specific response from resistance gene carriers studied in a natural, highly diverse microbiome.
The study identified mcr1 as a colistin resistance gene in Pseudomonas strains within the lichen microbiome, highlighting its role in resistance to polymyxin antibiotics.
Characterization of the Complete Nucleotide Sequences of mcr-1-Encoding Plasmids From Enterobacterales Isolates in Retailed Raw Meat Products From the Czech Republic.
The study characterized mcr-1.1 encoding plasmids from Enterobacterales isolates in retail meat, identifying IncI2, IncX4, and IncHI2 plasmids carrying the gene, with IncHI2 plasmids exhibiting additional multidrug resistance genes.
Conjugative plasmids interact with insertion sequences to shape the horizontal transfer of antimicrobial resistance genes.
The study identifies and characterizes several AMR genes, including bla NDM, bla CTX-M, and mcr-1, which are enriched in conjugative plasmids and show significant association with insertion sequences (ISs), facilitating their horizontal transfer across different bacterial species.
Analysis of Antibiotic Resistance and Virulence Traits (Genetic and Phenotypic) in Klebsiella pneumoniae Clinical Isolates from Pakistan: Identification of Significant Levels of Carbapenem and Colistin Resistance.
The study identifies bla NDM-1, bla OXA-48, and bla KPC as the most prevalent carbapenemase genes in K. pneumoniae isolates from Pakistan, along with mcr-1 and mcr-2 contributing to colistin resistance. Additionally, the rmpA gene was found to be associated with the hypermucoviscous phenotype.
First Identification of a Patient with Prosthesis-Related Infection Caused by an MCR-1.1-Producing ST131 Escherichia coli After Rhinoplasty.
The study identified an MCR-1.1-producing ST131 Escherichia coli isolate responsible for a prosthesis-related infection after rhinoplasty, demonstrating resistance to colistin and polymyxin B.
Interplay between ESKAPE Pathogens and Immunity in Skin Infections: An Overview of the Major Determinants of Virulence and Antibiotic Resistance.
The paper discusses the major determinants of virulence and antibiotic resistance in ESKAPE pathogens, focusing on genes such as vanA, poxtA, blaZ, mecA, blaKPC-2, blaKPC-3, armA, aacA4, aadA1, acrAB, blaCTX-M, blaGES, blaPER, blaSHV, blaTEM, blaVEB, aac(3')-Ia, ant(2’)-Ia, tetA, tetB, gyrA, parC, pmrC, pmrA, and pmrB, which are associated with resistance to various antibiotics.
The Animal-foods-environment interface of Klebsiella pneumoniae in Germany: an observational study on pathogenicity, resistance development and the current situation.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla OXA-48, bla SHV-1, bla SHV-2, bla SHV-27, bla TEM-1, aac(3)-IIc, qnrS1, and mcr-1, in Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from various non-human sources in Germany. Fluoroquinolone resistance was associated with mutations in GyrA and ParC.
Identification of Functional Interactome of Colistin Resistance Protein MCR-1 in Escherichia coli.
The study identifies the functional interactome of the colistin resistance protein MCR-1 in E. coli, revealing its interaction with ribosomal proteins, stress response proteins, and the multidrug efflux pump AcrA-TolC, which contribute to colistin resistance.
Catalytic mechanism of the colistin resistance protein MCR-1.
The study elucidates the catalytic mechanism of the colistin resistance protein MCR-1, which transfers phosphoethanolamine to lipid A, conferring resistance to colistin. The research identifies the role of Zn2+ ions in the reaction mechanism and provides insights into potential inhibitor design.
Emergence of Nosocomial Pneumonia Caused by Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli in Patients Admitted to Chest Intensive Care Unit.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as the primary mechanism of colistin resistance in Escherichia coli isolates from nosocomial pneumonia patients.
Mobile Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1 Detected on an IncI2 Plasmid in Salmonella Typhimurium Sequence Type 19 from a Healthy Pig in South Korea.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene on an IncI2 plasmid in a colistin-resistant Salmonella Typhimurium isolate from a healthy pig in South Korea, highlighting the potential for horizontal gene transfer and the need for monitoring colistin resistance in food animals.
Molecular Investigation of Klebsiella pneumoniae from Clinical Companion Animals in Beijing, China, 2017-2019.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-8 genes conferring colistin resistance, and bla OXA-181 and bla NDM-5 genes conferring carbapenem resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from companion animals in Beijing, China.
Estimation of the Prevalence of Antimicrobial Resistance in Badgers (Meles meles) and Foxes (Vulpes vulpes) in Northern Ireland.
The study identified the presence of extended spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) and AmpC-type beta-lactamase resistant Escherichia coli in badger and fox fecal samples, as well as a single Salmonella enterica subsp. arizonae isolate with resistance to multiple antimicrobials. Additionally, the mcr-1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, was detected in one ESBL strain.
Quantitative Analysis of Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli in Retail Meat from Local Vietnamese Markets.
The study found that 40% of pork and 66.7% of chicken meat samples were contaminated with colistin-resistant E. coli, with the mcr gene being responsible for the resistance.
A ProQ/FinO family protein involved in plasmid copy number control favours fitness of bacteria carrying mcr-1-bearing IncI2 plasmids.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a gene that confers colistin resistance and shows that the ProQ/FinO family protein PcnR regulates the copy number of the IncI2 plasmid carrying mcr-1, thus affecting bacterial fitness.
Comprehensive Genomic Investigation of Coevolution of mcr genes in Escherichia coli Strains via Nanopore Sequencing.
The study identifies mcr-1, mcr-3.1, and mcr-3.5 as colistin resistance genes in Escherichia coli strains, highlighting their coexistence and genomic dynamics under selective pressures.
Market Chickens as a Source of Antibiotic-Resistant Escherichia coli in a Peri-Urban Community in Lima, Peru.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from market chickens and humans, including blaCTX-M-55, blaKPC-3, mcr-1, and floR, highlighting the potential transmission of resistance genes from poultry to humans.
Analysis of antibiotic resistance phenotypes and genes of Escherichia coli from healthy swine in Guizhou, China.
The study identified multiple antibiotic resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from healthy swine in Guizhou, China, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance, particularly for tetracycline, doxycycline, and sulfisoxazole. Key genes included blaTEM, blaCTX-M-9G, aac(3')-IV, aadA1, aadA2, floR, qnrS, oqxA, and mcr-1.
Genomic characteristics of mcr-1 and bla(CTX-M-type) in a single multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli ST93 from chicken in China.
The study identified mcr-1, bla CTX-M-55, and bla CTX-M-14 genes in a multidrug-resistant E. coli ST93 isolate from a chicken in China, highlighting their role in resistance to colistin and cefotaxime.
ESBL and AmpC β-Lactamase Encoding Genes in E. coli From Pig and Pig Farm Workers in Vietnam and Their Association With Mobile Genetic Elements.
The study identified several ESBL and AmpC β-lactamase encoding genes, including bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla CMY-2, bla DHA-1, and bla CMY-42, in E. coli isolates from pigs and pig farm workers in Vietnam. These genes were found to be primarily plasmid-mediated and associated with various mobile genetic elements.
Transmission of Similar Mcr-1 Carrying Plasmids among Different Escherichia coli Lineages Isolated from Livestock and the Farmer.
The study identifies mcr-1 carrying plasmids in E. coli isolates from livestock and a farmer, highlighting the transmission of colistin resistance genes between different E. coli lineages.
The Intestinal Carriage of Plasmid-Mediated Colistin-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae in Tertiary Care Settings.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene in E. coli isolates, with the gene localized on IncX4 and IncHI2 plasmids. One isolate exhibited inducible colistin resistance due to the excision of the IS2 element from the mcr-1 promoter region.
Antimicrobial Resistance Profile and ExPEC Virulence Potential in Commensal Escherichia coli of Multiple Sources.
The study identified several AMR genes, including blaCTX-M, mcr-1, and qnrS1, which confer resistance to cephalosporins, colistin, and fluoroquinolones, respectively, in commensal E. coli from various sources.
Antimicrobial Resistance Profile and ExPEC Virulence Potential in Commensal Escherichia coli of Multiple Sources.
The study identified several AMR genes, including blaCTX-M, mcr-1, and qnrS1, which confer resistance to cephalosporins, colistin, and fluoroquinolones, respectively, in commensal E. coli from various sources.
Coproduction of Tet(X7) Conferring High-Level Tigecycline Resistance, Fosfomycin FosA4, and Colistin Mcr-1.1 in Escherichia coli Strains from Chickens in Egypt.
The study identifies the coproduction of Tet(X7), FosA4, and Mcr-1.1 in E. coli strains from chickens in Egypt, highlighting the emergence of multidrug-resistant bacteria with resistance to tigecycline, fosfomycin, and colistin.
Colistin kills bacteria by targeting lipopolysaccharide in the cytoplasmic membrane.
The study identified mcr-1 as a gene that confers resistance to colistin by modifying lipopolysaccharide (LPS) in the cytoplasmic membrane, preventing colistin from targeting LPS and causing bacterial lysis.
Emergence of a Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium ST34 isolate, CFSA629, carrying a novel mcr-1.19 variant cultured from egg in China.
Emergence of a Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium ST34 isolate, CFSA629, carrying a novel mcr-1.19 variant cultured from egg in China.
Emergence of a Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium ST34 isolate, CFSA629, carrying a novel mcr-1.19 variant cultured from egg in China.
Extended-spectrum ß-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli among humans, chickens and poultry environments in Abuja, Nigeria.
The study identified bla CTX-M, bla TEM-1, and mcr-1.1 genes in ESBL-EC isolates from humans, chickens, and poultry environments in Abuja, Nigeria, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug-resistant E. coli and the potential for zoonotic transmission.
Complete Genetic Analysis of Plasmids Carrying mcr-1 and Other Resistance Genes in Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli Isolates from Diseased Chickens in Anhui Province in China.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene on IncI2 plasmids in three colistin-resistant APEC isolates, highlighting the potential for transmission of mcr-1-positive APEC and the importance of monitoring drug resistance in poultry systems.
Development of a loop-mediated isothermal amplification assay combined with a nanoparticle-based lateral flow biosensor for rapid detection of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene mcr-1.
The study developed a LAMP-LFB assay for the rapid and accurate detection of the mcr-1 gene, which confers plasmid-mediated colistin resistance. The assay demonstrated high specificity and sensitivity, detecting mcr-1 in pure strains and spiked fecal samples.
The European Union Summary Report on Antimicrobial Resistance in zoonotic and indicator bacteria from humans, animals and food in 2018/2019.
The report highlights the prevalence of antimicrobial resistance in zoonotic and indicator bacteria, including high resistance levels to ampicillin, tetracyclines, and fluoroquinolones in Salmonella and Campylobacter isolates. It also notes the emergence of resistance to third-generation cephalosporins and carbapenems, along with the detection of linezolid-resistant strains harboring the cfr gene in fattening pigs.
Genomic Characterization of Salmonella enterica Isolates From Retail Meat in Beijing, China.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella enterica isolates from retail meat in Beijing, including beta-lactamases (blaCTX-M-55, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-65), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(6')-Iaa, aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib), sulfonamide resistance gene (sul2), beta-lactamase (blaTEM-1B), quinolone resistance genes (qnrS1), and colistin resistance genes (mcr-1.1, mcr-9).
Genomic Characterization of Salmonella enterica Isolates From Retail Meat in Beijing, China.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella enterica isolates from retail meat in Beijing, including beta-lactamases (blaCTX-M-55, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-65), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(6')-Iaa, aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib), sulfonamide resistance gene (sul2), beta-lactamase (blaTEM-1B), quinolone resistance genes (qnrS1), and colistin resistance genes (mcr-1.1, mcr-9).
Antimicrobial Resistance Glides in the Sky-Free-Living Birds as a Reservoir of Resistant Escherichia coli With Zoonotic Potential.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in E. coli from free-living birds, highlighting the zoonotic potential of these resistant strains. Key findings include bla CTX-M-15, bla CMY-2, bla SHV-12, bla TEM-1B, qnrS1, qnrB19, mcr-1, fosA7, aac(3)-IIa, ant(3")-Ia, aph(3")-Ib, and aph(6)-Id, as well as mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE.
Colistin-Resistant mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli ST131-H22 Carrying bla (CTX-M-15) and qnrB19 in Agricultural Soil.
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant E. coli strain ST131-H22 carrying mcr-1.1, bla CTX-M-15, and qnrB19 in agricultural soil, highlighting the risk of antimicrobial resistance spread through the environment.
Colistin-resistant Escherichia coli belonging to different sequence types: genetic characterization of isolates responsible for colonization, community- and healthcare-acquired infections.
The study identifies colistin-resistant Escherichia coli isolates carrying the mcr-1 gene, highlighting the genetic diversity and potential for horizontal transmission of this plasmid-mediated resistance mechanism in Brazil.
Molecular Detection of Drug-Resistance Genes of bla(OXA-23)-bla(OXA-51) and mcr-1 in Clinical Isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
The study identified the presence of blaOXA-23, blaOXA-51, and mcr-1 genes in Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates, indicating resistance to oxacillin and colistin. These findings highlight the emergence of multidrug-resistant strains in the region.
Genomic Insights into a Colistin-Resistant Uropathogenic Escherichia coli Strain of O23:H4-ST641 Lineage Harboring mcr-1.1 on a Conjugative IncHI2 Plasmid from Egypt.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene on a conjugative IncHI2 plasmid in a colistin-resistant E. coli strain from Egypt, highlighting the dual mechanism of resistance involving both the mcr-1.1 gene and mutations in pmrB and pmrA.
Molecular Epidemiology of Extensively Drug-Resistant mcr Encoded Colistin-Resistant Bacterial Strains Co-Expressing Multifarious β-Lactamases.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-2 genes in colistin-resistant bacterial strains, along with various β-lactamase genes such as bla CTM-1, bla CTM-15, bla CMY-2, bla NDM-1, and bla NDM-5. These genes contribute to multidrug resistance in clinical isolates.
Prevalence and Antibiotic Resistance Characteristics of Extraintestinal Pathogenic Escherichia coli among Healthy Chickens from Farms and Live Poultry Markets in China.
The study identified bla CTX-M, bla NDM, mcr-1, and fosA3 as the major AMR genes in ExPEC isolates from healthy chickens in China, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant ExPEC, including those carrying mcr-1 and bla NDM.
Comparative Characteristics and Zoonotic Potential of Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) Isolates from Chicken and Duck in South Korea.
The study identified several antimicrobial resistance genes in APEC isolates from chickens and ducks in South Korea, including mcr-1, blaTEM, blaCTX-M group I, blaCTX-M group IV, mphA, cat, floR, cmlA, strA-B, aadA, sul1, sul2, tetA, and tetB. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as colistin, ampicillin, azithromycin, chloramphenicol, streptomycin, sulfisoxazole, and tetracycline. The study also highlighted the zoonotic potential of certain APEC isolates, particularly those belonging to phylogenetic group B2.
Colonization with multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae among infants: an observational study in southern Sri Lanka.
The study identified several AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1, mcr1.1, gyrA-S83L, and mph(A), which confer resistance to various antibiotics in multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae isolates from infants and mothers in southern Sri Lanka.
Antimicrobial resistance profiles of Escherichia coli from swine farms using different antimicrobials and management systems.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-2 genes in colistin-resistant E. coli isolates from swine farms, highlighting the role of colistin use in driving resistance.
Exploring the Antibiotic Resistance Burden in Livestock, Livestock Handlers and Their Non-Livestock Handling Contacts: A One Health Perspective.
The study identified the presence of multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates with high prevalence of ESBL genes (like blaCTX-M-14) and colistin resistance genes (like mcr-1.1) in both small-scale and medium-scale pig farms in Thailand. Colistin resistance showed a zoonotic transmission gradient from pigs to handlers to non-livestock contacts.
mcr-1 Identified in Fecal Escherichia coli and Avian Pathogenic E. coli (APEC) From Brazil.
The study identified the mcr-1 and mcr-5 genes in Escherichia coli isolates from poultry in Brazil, highlighting the presence of colistin resistance in avian pathogens.
Detection of mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli in slaughterhouse wastewater collected from Dawen river.
The study detected the colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in E. coli isolates from slaughterhouse wastewater, indicating the presence of multidrug-resistant bacteria in the environment.
Impact of mcr-1 on the Development of High Level Colistin Resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli.
The study shows that mcr-1 does not facilitate the development of high-level colistin resistance (HLCR) in E. coli and K. pneumoniae, but it improves the survival rates of these bacteria under high colistin concentrations. Chromosomal mutations in genes like mgrB, pmrAB, phoPQ, and crrAB contribute to HLCR in K. pneumoniae.
First detection of mobilized colistin resistance mcr-1 gene in Escherichia coli isolated from livestock and sewage in Iran.
The study reports the first detection of the mcr-1 gene in Escherichia coli from livestock in Iran, indicating the presence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance.
Antibiotic Resistance and Virulence Gene Patterns Associated with Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) from Broiler Chickens in Qatar.
The study identifies the presence of Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) strains with high antibiotic resistance, particularly to ampicillin, cephalothin, ciprofloxacin, tetracycline, fosfomycin, and colistin. The blaTEM gene was detected in extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing isolates, and the mcr-1 gene was associated with colistin resistance.
Antibiotic-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae in Wastewater of Abattoirs.
The study identified multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in wastewater from slaughterhouses, including ESBL-producing E. coli and K. pneumoniae, as well as colistin-resistant strains carrying mcr-1.1, bla CTX-M-15, and tet(34).
Isolation and characterisation of colistin-resistant Enterobacterales from chickens in Southeast Nigeria.
Isolation and characterisation of colistin-resistant Enterobacterales from chickens in Southeast Nigeria.
Isolation and characterisation of colistin-resistant Enterobacterales from chickens in Southeast Nigeria.
Destination shapes antibiotic resistance gene acquisitions, abundance increases, and diversity changes in Dutch travelers.
The study identifies the acquisition of various antibiotic resistance genes, including blaCTX-M, qnr, and mcr-1, in Dutch travelers after international travel, highlighting the impact of travel on the gut resistome.
Reversing Antibiotic Resistance Caused by Mobile Resistance Genes of High Fitness Cost.
The study shows that the mcr-1 gene, responsible for colistin resistance, can be deleted from the MDR plasmid pMCR_W5-6, leading to the restoration of colistin susceptibility in E. coli.
Anticonjugation and Antibiofilm Evaluation of Probiotic Strains Lactobacillus plantarum 22F, 25F, and Pediococcus acidilactici 72N Against Escherichia coli Harboring mcr-1 Gene.
The study evaluates the anticonjugation and antibiofilm activity of cell-free supernatants (CFS) from probiotic strains Lactobacillus plantarum 22F, 25F, and Pediococcus acidilactici 72N against colistin-resistant Escherichia coli strains carrying the mcr-1 gene.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Genomic Characterization of Two mcr-1-Harboring Foodborne Salmonella Isolates Recovered in China, 2016.
Two mcr-1-harboring Salmonella isolates, CFSA231 and CFSA629, were identified. The mcr-1 gene was found on an IncX4 plasmid in CFSA231 and on an IncHI2A/IncHI2 plasmid in CFSA629. A novel mcr-1 variant, mcr-1.19, was identified in CFSA629.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Genomic Characterization of Two mcr-1-Harboring Foodborne Salmonella Isolates Recovered in China, 2016.
Two mcr-1-harboring Salmonella isolates, CFSA231 and CFSA629, were identified. The mcr-1 gene was found on an IncX4 plasmid in CFSA231 and on an IncHI2A/IncHI2 plasmid in CFSA629. A novel mcr-1 variant, mcr-1.19, was identified in CFSA629.
Antibiotic resistance and detection of plasmid mediated colistin resistance mcr-1 gene among Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from clinical samples.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates.
Gulls as carriers of antimicrobial resistance genes in different biogeographical areas of South America.
The study identified bla CTX-M and mcr-1 genes in gulls from Argentina, highlighting their role as carriers of antimicrobial resistance genes in different biogeographical areas.
Genetic Characterisation of Colistin Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Clinical Isolates From North India.
The study identified mcr-1 and mgrB disruption as mechanisms of colistin resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae clinical isolates from North India.
Risk Factors for and Mechanisms of COlistin Resistance Among Enterobacterales: Getting at the CORE of the Issue.
Risk Factors for and Mechanisms of COlistin Resistance Among Enterobacterales: Getting at the CORE of the Issue.
The Emergence and Molecular Characteristics of New Delhi Metallo β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli From Ducks in Guangdong, China.
The study identified blaNDM-5 and blaNDM-1 genes in Escherichia coli isolates from ducks in Guangdong, China, which confer resistance to multiple antibiotics, including carbapenems, cephalosporins, fluoroquinolones, and polymyxins. Additionally, the mcr-1 gene was found to confer resistance to colistin.
Factors associated with elevated levels of antibiotic resistance genes in sewer sediments and wastewater.
The study identified several antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in sewer sediments and wastewater, including sul1, tet(O), tet(W), ermF, vanA, NDM-1, mcr-1, and mecA, highlighting the potential for ARG proliferation in sewer environments.
A Transposon-Associated CRISPR/Cas9 System Specifically Eliminates both Chromosomal and Plasmid-Borne mcr-1 in Escherichia coli.
The study demonstrates the development of a CRISPR/Cas9 system associated with IS Apl1 that effectively eliminates plasmid-borne and chromosomal mcr-1 genes in Escherichia coli, restoring susceptibility to colistin.
Genomic Epidemiology of Multidrug-Resistant Nontyphoidal Salmonella in Young Children Hospitalized for Gastroenteritis.
Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing and mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli from the Gut Microbiota of Healthy Singaporeans.
The study identifies extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing and mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli from the gut microbiota of healthy Singaporeans, highlighting the presence of resistance genes such as bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, qnrS1, and mcr-1.
Occurrence of mcr Positive Strains and Molecular Characteristics of Two mcr-1 Positive Salmonella typhimurium and Escherichia coli from a Chinese Women's and Children's Hospital.
The study identified mcr-1 as a mobile colistin resistance gene in Salmonella typhimurium and Escherichia coli strains, highlighting its association with multidrug resistance and its presence on plasmids such as IncHI2.
Occurrence of Beta-Lactamases in Colistin-Resistant Enterobacterales Strains in Poland - a Pilot Study.
The study detected the mcr-1 gene in three Escherichia coli strains among colistin-resistant Enterobacterales isolates in Poland.
Emergence and Clonal Spread of CTX-M-65-Producing Escherichia coli From Retail Meat in Portugal.
The study identifies the blaCTX-M-65 gene in four multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from retail meat in Portugal, highlighting its chromosomal location and association with various resistance mechanisms.
Prevalence and Characteristic of Swine-Origin mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli in Northeastern China.
The study identified a high prevalence of mcr-1 in colistin-resistant E. coli from swine farms in northeastern China, highlighting the significance of mcr-1 in colistin resistance and its potential for horizontal transfer.
The Attenuated Protective Effect of Outer Membrane Vesicles Produced by a mcr-1 Positive Strain on Colistin Sensitive Escherichia coli.
The study shows that OMVs produced by an mcr-1 positive E. coli strain have reduced protective effects against colistin compared to those from an mcr-1 negative strain, due to lipid A modifications by the MCR-1 enzyme.
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria, antibiotic resistance genes, and antibiotic residues in wastewater from a poultry slaughterhouse after conventional and advanced treatments.
The study identified several antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in wastewater from a poultry slaughterhouse, including bla TEM, bla CTX-M-1, bla SHV-12, mcr-1, ermB, sul1, tetM, bla OXA-48, bla CMY-2, and vanA. These genes were found to confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, macrolides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, carbapenems, and glycopeptides.
Acquisition of the mcr-1 Gene Lowers the Target Mutation to Impede the Evolution of a High-Level Colistin-Resistant Mutant in Escherichia coli.
The study identifies mutations in the pmrAB, phoPQ, and mgrB genes that contribute to colistin resistance in E. coli, and shows that the presence of the mcr-1 gene reduces the likelihood of developing high-level colistin-resistant mutants.
Detection of Plasmid-Mediated Mobile Colistin Resistance Gene (mcr-1) in Enterobacterales Isolates from a University Hospital.
The study detected the mcr-1 gene in four colistin-resistant E. coli isolates, confirming its role in colistin resistance. The gene was not found in other mcr genes or in colistin-susceptible isolates.
Co-Occurrence of NDM-9 and MCR-1 in a Human Gut Colonized Escherichia coli ST1011.
The study reports the first human gut-colonized Escherichia coli ST1011 strain co-harboring blaNDM-9 and mcr-1 genes, highlighting their potential to spread to clinical isolates and pose a public health threat.
Colistin resistance and plasmid-mediated mcr genes in Escherichia coli and Salmonella isolated from pigs, pig carcass and pork in Thailand, Lao PDR and Cambodia border provinces.
The study identified mcr-1, mcr-3, and mcr-5 genes in Escherichia coli and Salmonella isolates from pigs, pig carcasses, and pork in Thailand, Lao PDR, and Cambodia. These genes conferred resistance to colistin.
Emergence of Plasmid-Mediated Resistance Genes tet(X) and mcr-1 in Escherichia coli Clinical Isolates from Pakistan.
The study identifies the first occurrence of tet(X) and mcr-1 in E. coli clinical isolates from Pakistan, highlighting the spread of plasmid-mediated resistance to tigecycline and colistin.
The Pheno- and Genotypic Characterization of Porcine Escherichia coli Isolates.
The study identified bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-1, and mcr-1.1 as the primary AMR genes in porcine E. coli isolates, along with mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genetic Features of Plasmid- and Chromosome-Mediated mcr-1 in Escherichia coli Isolates From Animal Organs With Lesions.
The study characterizes the mcr-1 gene and various other resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from animal organs with lesions, highlighting their multidrug resistance profiles and the genetic features of plasmids carrying these genes.
Current Update on Intrinsic and Acquired Colistin Resistance Mechanisms in Bacteria.
The paper reviews intrinsic and acquired colistin resistance mechanisms in bacteria, highlighting the role of genes such as pmrA, pmrB, phoP, phoQ, mgrB, arnBCADTEF, and mcr genes in conferring resistance. It discusses the importance of these genes in the context of colistin resistance and their implications for clinical treatment.
Rapid high-resolution detection of colistin resistance in Gram-negative bacteria using flow cytometry: a comparison with broth microdilution, a commercial screening test and WGS.
Emergence of the Coexistence of mcr-1, bla (NDM-5), and bla (CTX-M-55) in Klebsiella pneumoniae ST485 Clinical Isolates in China.
The study identified the coexistence of mcr-1, bla(NDM-5), and bla(CTX-M-55) in a Klebsiella pneumoniae ST485 isolate, highlighting the potential for horizontal gene transfer and increased antimicrobial resistance.
Prevalence of Colistin-resistant Gram-negative Isolates Carrying the mcr-1 Gene among Patients Visiting a Tertiary Care Center.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in colistin-resistant Gram-negative isolates, highlighting its association with plasmid-mediated colistin resistance in clinical settings.
Genomic Characterization of Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella Serovars Derby and Rissen From the Pig Value Chain in Vietnam.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella serovars Derby and Rissen from Vietnam, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains along the pig value chain.
Epidemiological Investigations of Infectious Diseases among Mobile Populations at the University Hospital Institute Mediterranean Infection in Marseille, France.
The study identified the acquisition of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing and colistin-resistant bacteria among Hajj pilgrims and medical students, highlighting the prevalence of bla CTX-M and mcr-1 genes.
Antibiotic Usage and Resistance in Food Animal Production: What Have We Learned from Bangladesh?
The study highlights the widespread use of antibiotics in food animal production in Bangladesh and identifies various antibiotic resistance genes, including mcr-1 to mcr-5, which confer resistance to colistin. These findings emphasize the need for improved antibiotic management practices to mitigate the spread of antimicrobial resistance.
The First Report of mcr-1-Carrying Escherichia coli Originating from Animals in Serbia.
The study reports the first identification of mcr-1.1-carrying E. coli from Serbia, highlighting the presence of colistin resistance in poultry isolates.
Isolation of Ciprofloxacin and Ceftazidime-Resistant Enterobacterales From Vegetables and River Water Is Strongly Associated With the Season and the Sample Type.
The study identified mcr-1, bla CTX-M, bla SHV, and bla TEM genes in Enterobacterales isolates from vegetables and river water, indicating resistance to colistin and various beta-lactam antibiotics.
Emergence of mcr-1-Harboring Salmonella enterica Serovar Sinstorf Type ST155 Isolated From Patients With Diarrhea in Jiangsu, China.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a colistin resistance gene in Salmonella enterica serovar Sinstorf, along with qnrS1, aac(6')-Ib-cr4, bla CTX-M-14, and bla CTX-M-55 contributing to quinolone and beta-lactam resistance. Mutations in gyrA and parC are linked to ciprofloxacin resistance.
Interplay between Bacterial Clones and Plasmids in the Spread of Antibiotic Resistance Genes in the Gut: Lessons from a Temporal Study in Veal Calves.
The study identified bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, and bla CTX-M-15 genes as major contributors to ESBL resistance in E. coli isolates from veal calves, along with the mcr-1 gene conferring colistin resistance.
NMPA-approved traditional Chinese medicine-Pingwei Pill: new indication for colistin recovery against MCR-positive bacteria infection.
Pingwei Pill restores colistin activity against MCR-1-positive bacteria by enhancing membrane damage without inducing resistance.
Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Producing-Escherichia coli Isolated From Irrigation Waters and Produce in Ecuador.
The study identified bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-65, and bla CTX-M-15 as the most prevalent ESBL genes in E. coli isolates from irrigation water and produce in Ecuador. Additionally, the mcr-1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, was detected in some isolates.
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.
Genetic Comparison of ESBL-Producing Escherichia coli from Workers and Pigs at Vietnamese Pig Farms.
The study identified several ESBL genes, colistin resistance genes, and other AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli from pigs and pig farm workers in Vietnam. Key findings include the prevalence of bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-14, and bla CTX-M-27, along with mcr-1 and mcr-3 for colistin resistance, and various other resistance genes for aminoglycosides, quinolones, tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, macrolides, and sulfonamides.
Colistin resistance in Escherichia coli confers protection of the cytoplasmic but not outer membrane from the polymyxin antibiotic.
The study identifies multiple mcr genes (mcr-1, mcr-1.5, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-3.2, mcr-5) and a chromosomal mutation in pmrB that confer colistin resistance in E. coli. These resistance mechanisms modify lipopolysaccharide (LPS) to protect the cytoplasmic membrane from colistin damage.
Colistin resistance in Escherichia coli confers protection of the cytoplasmic but not outer membrane from the polymyxin antibiotic.
The study identifies multiple mcr genes (mcr-1, mcr-1.5, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-3.2, mcr-5) and a chromosomal mutation in pmrB that confer colistin resistance in E. coli. These resistance mechanisms modify lipopolysaccharide (LPS) to protect the cytoplasmic membrane from colistin damage.
Combining Colistin with Furanone C-30 Rescues Colistin Resistance of Gram-Negative Bacteria in Vitro and in Vivo.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a mobile colistin-resistance gene present in all colistin-resistant E. coli strains and prevalent in some K. pneumoniae strains. The combination of colistin with furanone C-30 showed significant synergistic effects against colistin-resistant Gram-negative bacteria.
Identification of the Plasmid-Mediated Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1 in Escherichia coli Isolates From Migratory Birds in Guangdong, China.
The study identifies the plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in Escherichia coli isolates from migratory birds in Guangdong, China, highlighting the role of migratory birds in the transmission of antibiotic resistance.
Fecal Carriage and Molecular Characterization of Carbapenemase-Producing Enterobacterales in the Pediatric Population in Qatar.
The study identified various carbapenemase genes, including blaNDM-1, blaNDM-5, blaOXA-181, and blaOXA-244, along with extended-spectrum beta-lactamase genes such as blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-14b, and blaCTX-M-27, in carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales isolated from pediatric patients in Qatar.
Molecular Mechanisms of Colistin Resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-8 genes as plasmid-mediated colistin resistance mechanisms in Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates, along with chromosomal mutations in pmrB contributing to colistin resistance.
Characterization of a mcr-1 and CRISPR-Cas System Co-harboring Plasmid in a Carbapenemase-Producing High-Risk ST11 Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain.
The study identified a mcr-1.1 gene on a large conjugative plasmid pKP2509-MCR in a carbapenemase-producing high-risk ST11 Klebsiella pneumoniae strain, which conferred moderate colistin resistance.
Exogenous and Endogenous Phosphoethanolamine Transferases Differently Affect Colistin Resistance and Fitness in Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Both endogenous EptA and exogenous MCR-1 phosphoethanolamine transferases confer colistin resistance in Pseudomonas aeruginosa. However, EptA overexpression negatively affects bacterial fitness, which is not related to its phosphoethanolamine transferase activity but rather to a unique C-terminal tail.
Plasmid-mediated colistin resistance and ESBL production in Escherichia coli from clinically healthy and sick pigs
The study identifies mcr-1, mcr-3, bla CTX-M14, bla CTX-M55, and bla TEM-1B as key genes responsible for colistin resistance and ESBL production in E. coli isolates from pigs. These genes were found on various plasmids and their co-transfer was observed during conjugation experiments.
Antimicrobial Susceptibility and Detection of Virulence-Associated Genes in Escherichia coli Strains Isolated from Commercial Broilers.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli strains from commercial broilers, including bla CTX-M-1 and bla CTX-M-2 for cephalosporin resistance, qnrA, qnrB, qnrS for fluoroquinolone resistance, aac(6')-Ib-cr for fluoroquinolone and aminoglycoside resistance, tetA and tetB for tetracycline resistance, sul1 and sul2 for sulfonamide resistance, aadA for aminoglycoside resistance, dfrA and dfrB for trimethoprim resistance, and mcr1 and mcr2 for polymyxin resistance.
Diacylglycerol Kinase A Is Essential for Polymyxin Resistance Provided by EptA, MCR-1, and Other Lipid A Phosphoethanolamine Transferases.
The study identifies EptA and MCR-1 as crucial for polymyxin resistance by modifying lipid A with phosphoethanolamine. It shows that DAG accumulation inhibits EptA activity, reducing lipid A modification and polymyxin resistance.
Risk Factors and Prevalence of mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli in Fecal Carriages Among Community Children in Southern Taiwan.
The study identified the prevalence of mcr-1-positive E. coli in fecal carriages among community children in Southern Taiwan and found that frequent chicken consumption was a significant risk factor for mcr-1-positive E. coli carriage.
Removal of antimicrobial prophylaxis and its effect on swine carriage of antimicrobial-resistant coliforms.
The study found that removing antimicrobial prophylaxis in pigs did not significantly reduce the prevalence of antimicrobial-resistant coliforms or antimicrobial resistance genes, indicating low fitness costs associated with carrying these genes.
Emerging Opportunity and Destiny of mcr-1- and tet (X4)-Coharboring Plasmids in Escherichia coli.
The study identifies mcr-1 and tet(X4) as genes conferring resistance to colistin and tigecycline, respectively, and characterizes plasmids coharboring these genes in Escherichia coli.
Prevalence and Characteristics of Ceftriaxone-Resistant Salmonella in Children's Hospital in Hangzhou, China.
The study identified various beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-9, bla CTX-M-64, bla CTX-M-130, bla CMY-2, bla TEM-1, bla TEM-215, bla OXA-1, bla OXA-10, and bla LAP-2, as the primary resistance mechanisms for ceftriaxone-resistant Salmonella. Additionally, the mcr-1 gene was found to confer resistance to colistin.
Virulence Determinants and Plasmid-Mediated Colistin Resistance mcr Genes in Gram-Negative Bacteria Isolated From Bovine Milk.
The study identified plasmid-mediated colistin resistance genes mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-4, and mcr-7 in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from bovine milk, highlighting the spread of these genes among various bacterial species.
Comparison of novel rapid diagnostic of blood culture identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing by Accelerate Pheno system and BioFire FilmArray Blood Culture Identification and BioFire FilmArray Blood Culture Identification 2 panels.
The study evaluated the performance of the Accelerate Pheno system, BioFire FilmArray BCID, and BCID2 panels for rapid blood culture identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. It identified several AMR genes including bla KPC, bla NDM, bla OXA-48, bla VIM, bla IMP, mecA, vanA, vanB, mcr-1, and CTX-M, which confer resistance to carbapenems, beta-lactams, glycopeptides, polymyxins, and cephalosporins.
Clonal Dissemination of Plasmid-Mediated Carbapenem and Colistin Resistance in Refugees Living in Overcrowded Camps in North Lebanon.
The study identified bla OXA-48, bla NDM-1, and mcr-1 genes in carbapenem- and colistin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae isolates from Syrian refugees in Lebanon, along with mutations in pmrB and phoQ genes contributing to colistin resistance.
Mobile Colistin Resistance Genetic Determinants of Non-Typhoid Salmonella enterica Isolates from Russia.
The study identifies mcr-1.1 and mcr-9 genes in non-typhoid Salmonella enterica isolates from Russia, highlighting their role in colistin resistance. The mcr-1.1 gene was found on IncX4 and IncI2 plasmids, while mcr-9 was located on an IncHI2 plasmid.
Plasmid Mediated mcr-1.1 Colistin-Resistance in Clinical Extraintestinal Escherichia coli Strains Isolated in Poland.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene on a 33.3 kbp IncX4 plasmid as the cause of colistin resistance in six extraintestinal E. coli strains from Poland.
Plasmid Mediated mcr-1.1 Colistin-Resistance in Clinical Extraintestinal Escherichia coli Strains Isolated in Poland.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene on a 33.3 kbp IncX4 plasmid as the cause of colistin resistance in six extraintestinal E. coli strains from Poland.
Plasmid Mediated mcr-1.1 Colistin-Resistance in Clinical Extraintestinal Escherichia coli Strains Isolated in Poland.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene on a 33.3 kbp IncX4 plasmid as the cause of colistin resistance in six extraintestinal E. coli strains from Poland.
Plasmid Mediated mcr-1.1 Colistin-Resistance in Clinical Extraintestinal Escherichia coli Strains Isolated in Poland.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene on a 33.3 kbp IncX4 plasmid as the cause of colistin resistance in six extraintestinal E. coli strains from Poland.
A naturally inspired antibiotic to target multidrug-resistant pathogens.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene, which encodes a phosphoethanolamine transferase that confers resistance to colistin. The research also describes the development of macolacin, a novel antibiotic effective against colistin-resistant pathogens, including those harboring mcr-1.
Assessment of animal diseases caused by bacteria resistant to antimicrobials: Swine.
The paper assesses antimicrobial-resistant bacteria causing transmissible diseases in swine, focusing on E. coli and B. hyodysenteriae. It highlights high resistance rates to various antibiotics, including sulfonamides, tetracyclines, and aminopenicillins, with particular emphasis on regional variations and the need for targeted interventions.
Characterization of Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae Cultured From Retail Meat Products, Patients, and Porcine Excrement in China.
The study identified bla NDM-5, bla KPC-2, and mcr-1 as key resistance genes in carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae isolated from retail meat products, patients, and porcine excrement in China.
Antimicrobial Resistance of Escherichia coli From Aquaculture Farms and Their Environment in Zhanjiang, China.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in Escherichia coli isolates from aquaculture farms in Zhanjiang, China, including blaTEM, blaCIT, floR, OptrA, cmlA, aphA1, Sul2, oqxA, qnrS, and mcr1. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, chloramphenicol, florfenicol, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, quinolones, and colistin.
The Co-occurrence of NDM-5, MCR-1, and FosA3-Encoding Plasmids Contributed to the Generation of Extensively Drug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study identified the co-occurrence of NDM-5, MCR-1, and FosA3-encoding plasmids in an extensively drug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate, contributing to resistance against multiple antibiotics including carbapenems, colistin, and fosfomycin.
Lacticaseicin 30 and Colistin as a Promising Antibiotic Formulation against Gram-Negative β-Lactamase-Producing Strains and Colistin-Resistant Strains.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-9 genes as conferring colistin resistance in various Gram-negative clinical strains. Lacticaseicin 30 was shown to potentiate the activity of colistin and downregulate the expression of these genes.
Lacticaseicin 30 and Colistin as a Promising Antibiotic Formulation against Gram-Negative β-Lactamase-Producing Strains and Colistin-Resistant Strains.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-9 genes as conferring colistin resistance in various Gram-negative clinical strains. Lacticaseicin 30 was shown to potentiate the activity of colistin and downregulate the expression of these genes.
Bacterial Mixology: Combining Pharmacodynamic Models to Predict In Vitro Competition of MCR-1-Harboring E. coli.
The study characterizes the mcr-1 gene, which confers resistance to colistin in Escherichia coli, and investigates the competitive dynamics between wildtype and mcr-1-harboring strains under polymyxin B treatment.
Molecular Detection of Colistin Resistance mcr-1 Gene in Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolated from Chicken.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from chicken feces, highlighting the presence of colistin resistance in poultry-associated E. coli.
Colistin Resistance in Monophasic Isolates of Salmonella enterica ST34 Collected From Meat-Derived Products in Spain, With or Without CMY-2 Co-production.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene on IncX4 and IncHI2 plasmids as the primary determinant of colistin resistance in Salmonella enterica ST34 isolates from meat products in Spain. Additionally, the bla CMY-2 gene on an IncI1-I(α) plasmid was found to confer resistance to cefotaxime and cefoxitin.
Colistin exposure enhances expression of eptB in colistin-resistant Escherichia coli co-harboring mcr-1.
The study highlights the genetic interplay between mcr-1 and eptA/eptB in colistin-resistant E. coli, showing that colistin exposure enhances eptB expression in isolates harboring mcr-1.
Genetic Characterization of mcr-1-Positive Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serotype Typhimurium Isolated From Intestinal Infection in Children and Pork Offal in China.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene in multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium strains isolated from children and pork offal in China. The mcr-1 gene was found on plasmids of different sizes (33, 60, and 250 kb) and was shown to confer colistin resistance through plasmid conjugation assays and MIC testing.
Comparative genomic analyses of Polymyxin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae strains from China.
The study identifies mcr-1.1 and mcr-8 genes as responsible for colistin resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli strains isolated from clinical and environmental sources in China.
Escherichia fergusonii, an Underrated Repository for Antimicrobial Resistance in Food Animals.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in Escherichia fergusonii isolates from food animals, including mcr-1, aph(6)-Id, aph(3')-Ib, and tet(A). These genes contribute to resistance against colistin, aminoglycosides, and tetracycline, highlighting E. fergusonii as a significant reservoir of AMR genes.
Characterization of Genetic Elements Carrying mcr-1 Gene in Escherichia coli from the Community and Hospital Settings in Vietnam.
The study characterizes the genetic elements carrying the mcr-1 gene in Escherichia coli isolates from community and hospital settings in Vietnam, highlighting the presence of mcr-1 on both plasmids and chromosomes, and identifying various plasmid replicon types associated with mcr-1.
Occurrence and Characteristics of Mcrs among Gram-Negative Bacteria Causing Bloodstream Infections of Infant Inpatients between 2006 and 2019 in China.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-9 genes in Gram-negative bacteria causing bloodstream infections in infants, highlighting their role in colistin resistance and the potential for horizontal gene transfer.
Plasmid-mediated colistin resistance and ESBL production in Escherichia coli from clinically healthy and sick pigs.
The study identified mcr-3, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-55, bla TEM-1, and bla CMY-2 as key AMR genes in E. coli isolates from pigs in Thailand. Additionally, several mutations in PmrA and PmrB were associated with colistin resistance.
Spreading Advantages of Coresident Plasmids bla(CTX-M)-Bearing IncFII and mcr-1-Bearing IncI2 in Escherichia coli.
The study identified the bla CTX-M-55 gene on IncFII plasmid and the mcr-1 gene on IncI2 plasmid, highlighting their roles in multidrug resistance in Escherichia coli.
Effects of early-life antibiotics on the developing infant gut microbiome and resistome: a randomized trial.
Early-life broad-spectrum antibiotics alter the infant gut microbiome and resistome, with amoxicillin + cefotaxime having the most significant impact on AMR gene profiles.
Molecular and Genomic Insights of mcr-1-Producing Escherichia coli Isolates from Piglets.
The study identifies the plasmid-borne mcr-1 gene as a key factor in colistin resistance among E. coli isolates from piglets, highlighting its presence on conjugative 170-kb plasmids and its transferability via conjugation and transformation.
Detection of mcr-1 Gene in Undefined Vibrio Species Isolated from Clams.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in three Vibrio spp. isolates from clams, which conferred resistance to colistin. The resistance was found to be chromosomally mediated.
Colistin Interaction and Surface Changes Associated with mcr-1 Conferred Plasmid Mediated Resistance in E. coli and A. veronii Strains.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance determinant in E. coli and A. veronii strains, demonstrating its role in altering outer membrane properties and reducing colistin efficacy.
Genomic Epidemiology Insights on NDM-Producing Pathogens Revealed the Pivotal Role of Plasmids on bla(NDM) Transmission.
The study identified four blaNDM subtypes (blaNDM-1, blaNDM-5, blaNDM-4, and blaNDM-9) and characterized their distribution across various bacterial species. It also identified plasmid-borne colistin resistance genes mcr-1 and mcr-9. The research highlights the significant role of plasmids in the transmission of blaNDM genes and emphasizes the need for continued surveillance of NDM-producing pathogens.
Subinhibitory Concentration of Colistin Promotes the Conjugation Frequencies of Mcr-1- and bla(NDM-5)-Positive Plasmids.
The study shows that subinhibitory concentrations of colistin promote the conjugation frequencies of plasmids carrying mcr-1 and bla(NDM-5) genes, highlighting the potential risk of colistin use in spreading antibiotic resistance.
Antimicrobial resistance and population genomics of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli in pig farms in mainland China.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from pig farms in China, including ESBL genes, fluoroquinolone resistance genes, carbapenem resistance genes, and colistin resistance genes. It highlights the widespread presence of these resistance mechanisms and their potential to spread to human pathogens.
Re-sensitization of mcr carrying multidrug resistant bacteria to colistin by silver.
Silver (Ag+) restores colistin susceptibility in mcr-1-positive bacteria by inhibiting MCR-1 enzyme activity through displacement of Zn2+ and formation of a tetra-silver center, preventing substrate binding and reducing resistance.
Genetic Characterization of Colistin-Resistant Salmonella enterica ST34 Co-Harbouring Plasmid-Borne mcr-1, bla (CTX-M-15) and bla (KPC-2) Recovered from a Paediatric Patient in Shenzhen, China.
The study identifies a colistin-resistant Salmonella enterica ST34 isolate carrying plasmid-borne mcr-1, bla(KPC-2), and bla(CTX-M-15) on an IncX4 plasmid, highlighting the potential for horizontal gene transfer and the emergence of multidrug-resistant superbugs.
Pan-genome and resistome analysis of extended-spectrum ß-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli: A multi-setting epidemiological surveillance study from Malaysia.
The study identified multiple bla CTX-M variants including bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-65, and bla CTX-M-15, along with mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes conferring colistin resistance, and tetA and qnrS genes contributing to tetracycline and fluoroquinolone resistance in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from both community and clinical settings in Malaysia.
Frequently used therapeutic antimicrobials and their resistance patterns on Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli in mastitis affected lactating cows.
The study identified several antimicrobial resistance genes in Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli isolated from mastitis-affected cows, including mecA, tetK, tetL, tetA, tetB, sul1, and sul2. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics such as tetracycline, sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim, and methicillin.
Coexistence of tet(X4), mcr-1, and bla(NDM-5) in ST6775 Escherichia coli Isolates of Animal Origin in China.
The study identifies the coexistence of tet(X4), mcr-1, and bla(NDM-5) in ST6775 Escherichia coli isolates from pigeons in China, highlighting the risk of multidrug-resistant pathogens.
Antimicrobial Activity Profiles and Potential Antimicrobial Regimens against Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacterales Isolated from Multi-Centers in Western Thailand.
The study identified bla_NDM, bla_OXA-48, and mcr-1 as the primary resistance genes in carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE) isolates from western Thailand. High-dose tigecycline was found to be the most effective regimen against CRE.
ICU-Associated Gram-Negative Bloodstream Infection: Risk Factors Affecting the Outcome Following the Emergence of Colistin-Resistant Isolates in a Regional Greek Hospital.
The study identified mcr as a gene conferring resistance to colistin in various Gram-negative bacteria, including Acinetobacter baumannii, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Proteus mirabilis, Enterobacter cloace, Providencia stuartii, and Serratia marcescens.
ICU-Associated Gram-Negative Bloodstream Infection: Risk Factors Affecting the Outcome Following the Emergence of Colistin-Resistant Isolates in a Regional Greek Hospital.
The study identified mcr as a gene conferring resistance to colistin in various Gram-negative bacteria, including Acinetobacter baumannii, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Proteus mirabilis, Enterobacter cloace, Providencia stuartii, and Serratia marcescens.
Repurposing of Ciclopirox to Overcome the Limitations of Zidovudine (Azidothymidine) against Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a gene conferring colistin resistance in E. coli, demonstrating its role in resistance mechanisms and validating its presence through experimental methods.
Longitudinal Monitoring Reveals Persistence of Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli on a Pig Farm Following Cessation of Colistin Use.
The study identified the persistence of colistin-resistant Escherichia coli carrying mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes on a pig farm after colistin use was discontinued, highlighting the continued risk of colistin resistance in agricultural settings.
The European Union Summary Report on Antimicrobial Resistance in zoonotic and indicator bacteria from humans, animals and food in 2019-2020.
The report highlights the presence of various antimicrobial resistance genes such as blaVIM-1, blaTEM-1B, blaTEM-1C, and cfr in different bacterial isolates, indicating resistance to carbapenems, beta-lactams, and macrolides/lincosamides/streptogramin B.
Multicentre evaluation of a selective isolation protocol for detection of mcr-positive E. coli and Salmonella spp. in food-producing animals and meat.
The study evaluates a selective isolation protocol for detecting mcr-positive E. coli and Salmonella spp. in food-producing animals and meat, highlighting the effectiveness of specific chromogenic agars and PCR techniques.
Molecular Characteristics of Antimicrobial Resistance and Virulence in Klebsiella pneumoniae Strains Isolated from Goose Farms in Hainan, China.
The study identified bla NDM-5 as a prevalent carbapenem resistance gene in Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from goose farms in Hainan, China. Additionally, other resistance genes such as bla CTX-M, aadA, oqxAB, tet, and mcr-1 were also detected, highlighting the complex resistance profiles of these isolates.
Emergence of a Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Co-Carrying a New mcr-1.33 Variant and bla (NDM-5) Genes Recovered from a Urinary Tract Infection.
The study reports the first multidrug-resistant ST101 E. coli strain in China carrying a new mcr-1.33 variant and bla NDM-5 genes, highlighting the emergence of plasmid-mediated resistance to colistin and carbapenems.
Community Fecal Carriage and Molecular Epidemiology of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase- and Carbapenemase-Producing Escherichia coli from Healthy Children in the Central South China.
The study identified various extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-27, and others, as well as the carbapenemase gene bla NDM-1 in Escherichia coli isolates from healthy children in China. Additionally, the colistin resistance gene mcr-1 was detected in one ESBL-EC isolate.
Molecular Epidemiology and Colistin-Resistant Mechanism of mcr-Positive and mcr-Negative Escherichia coli Isolated From Animal in Sichuan Province, China.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes as major contributors to colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from Sichuan Province, China. Additionally, various mutations in PmrA, PmrB, PhoP, PhoQ, and MgrB were found to be associated with colistin resistance in mcr-negative isolates.
A MoS(2) based silver-doped ZnO nanocomposite and its antibacterial activity against β-lactamase expressing Escherichia coli.
The study characterizes the antibacterial activity of a MoS2-based silver-doped ZnO nanocomposite (AZM) against β-lactamase-expressing multidrug-resistant (MDR) Escherichia coli strains. It identifies several β-lactamase genes (bla AmpC, bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-27, bla ESBL, bla NDM-1) and the mcr-1 gene as critical determinants of resistance in these strains.
Analysis of Antimicrobial Resistance in Non-typhoidal Salmonella Collected From Pork Retail Outlets and Slaughterhouses in Vietnam Using Whole Genome Sequencing.
The study identified several AMR genes in non-typhoidal Salmonella isolates from pork retail outlets and slaughterhouses in Vietnam, including blaTEM-1, blaTEM-150, blaLAP-2, blaCTX-M-55, dfrA12, dfrA14, floR, cmlA1, tetA, tetB, tetM, mcr-1, mcr-3, qnrS1, mphA, aadA1, aadA2, aac(6')-laa, aac(6')-ly, sul1, sul2, sul3, aph(3")-lb, and aph6-ld. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as ampicillin, penicillins, first-generation cephalosporins, quinolones, trimethoprim, chloramphenicol, tetracycline, colistin, macrolides, gentamicin, sulfonamides, and others.
High Carriage of Extended-Spectrum, Beta Lactamase-Producing, and Colistin-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae in Tibetan Outpatients with Diarrhea.
The study identified the presence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing and colistin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in Tibetan outpatients with diarrhea, highlighting the significance of antimicrobial resistance in this population.
Fecal Shedding of Multidrug Resistant Escherichia coli Isolates in Dogs Fed with Raw Meat-Based Diets in Brazil.
The study identified multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates in dogs fed raw meat-based diets, including those with blaCTX-M-55 and mcr-1 genes, indicating the potential for fecal shedding of resistant strains.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Transconjugants Characteristics of sul3 Positive Escherichia coli Isolated from Animals in Nanning, Guangxi Province.
The study identified sul3-positive E. coli strains with multiple antibiotic resistance genes, including sul3, sul2, tetA, floR, oqxA, and mcr-1, highlighting the potential for horizontal gene transfer and the need for long-term monitoring of antimicrobial resistance in Nanning.
Extended-Spectrum ß-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Among Humans, Beef Cattle, and Abattoir Environments in Nigeria.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, and bla CTX-M-55 genes as the primary extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) genes in Escherichia coli isolates from humans, beef cattle, and abattoir environments in Nigeria. Additionally, the plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance gene qnrS1 and the plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene mcr-1.1 were detected.
Characterisation of Salmonella Enteritidis ST11 and ST1925 Associated with Human Intestinal and Extra-Intestinal Infections in Singapore.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in Salmonella Enteritidis isolates, including TEM1D_bla, tetA, and mcr1, along with mutations in gyrA associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Lipid A Structural Determination from a Single Colony.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene in E. coli isolates from a urine sample, which confers resistance to colistin by modifying lipid A with phosphoethanolamine.
Molecular characterization of bla(NDM), bla(OXA-48), mcr-1 and bla(TEM-52) positive and concurrently carbapenem and colistin resistant and extended spectrum beta-lactamase producing Escherichia coli in chicken in Malaysia.
The study identified multiple AMR genes including mcr-1, bla TEM-52, bla NDM, and bla OXA-48 in E. coli isolates from chicken in Malaysia, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains with resistance to colistin, carbapenems, and extended-spectrum beta-lactams.
Colistin Resistance and Molecular Characterization of the Genomes of mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli Clinical Isolates.
The study identified a novel mcr-1 variant (mcr-1.34) with a Met2Ile mutation in EC3769, which conferred colistin resistance. The mcr-1 gene was found on various plasmids, contributing to multidrug resistance in E. coli isolates.
Colistin Resistance and Molecular Characterization of the Genomes of mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli Clinical Isolates.
The study identified a novel mcr-1 variant (mcr-1.34) with a Met2Ile mutation in EC3769, which conferred colistin resistance. The mcr-1 gene was found on various plasmids, contributing to multidrug resistance in E. coli isolates.
Prevalence, Characteristics, and Clonal Distribution of Escherichia coli Carrying Mobilized Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1.1 in Swine Farms and Their Differences According to Swine Production Stages.
The study identified the mobilized colistin resistance gene mcr-1.1 in Escherichia coli isolates from swine farms, highlighting its prevalence and association with multidrug resistance.
A prospective matched case-control study on the genomic epidemiology of colistin-resistant Enterobacterales from Dutch patients.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-9 genes as contributors to colistin resistance in Enterobacterales, with mcr-1 being more prevalent. Chromosomal mutations in genes like mgrB were also associated with resistance.
Rapid Detection of MCR-Mediated Colistin Resistance in Escherichia coli.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a gene responsible for colistin resistance in E. coli, demonstrating its role in adding phosphoethanolamine to lipid A, thereby reducing the net charge of lipopolysaccharide and conferring resistance to colistin.
NDM-5-Producing Escherichia coli Co-Harboring mcr-1 Gene in Companion Animals in China.
The study identified NDM-5-producing E. coli in companion animals in China, highlighting the co-harborance of blaNDM-5 and mcr-1 genes on IncX3 and IncX4 plasmids, respectively, which contribute to resistance against carbapenems and colistin.
Detection of bla(OXA-48) and mcr-1 Genes in Escherichia coli Isolates from Pigeon (Columba livia) in Algeria.
The study detected the blaOXA-48 gene in E. coli isolates from urban pigeons in Algeria, which confers resistance to carbapenems, and the mcr-1 gene, which confers resistance to colistin.
Screening of mcr-1 among Gram-Negative Bacteria from Different Clinical Samples from ICU Patients in Alexandria, Egypt: One-Year Study.
The study reports the presence of the mcr-1.1 gene in colistin-susceptible Klebsiella pneumoniae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates in Egypt, highlighting the potential threat of plasmid-borne colistin resistance.
Antibiotic resistant Escherichia coli from diarrheic piglets from pig farms in Thailand that harbor colistin-resistant mcr genes.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes as the primary colistin resistance mechanisms in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from Thai pig farms.
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).
Genomic Characterization of Two Escherichia fergusonii Isolates Harboring mcr-1 Gene From Farm Environment.
Two Escherichia fergusonii isolates carrying the mcr-1 gene were identified, with the gene located on IncX4 and IncI2 plasmids. The study highlights the potential for horizontal transfer of mcr-1 and its spread in farm environments.
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.
mcr-1-Mediated Colistin Resistance and Genomic Characterization of Antimicrobial Resistance in ESBL-Producing Salmonella Infantis Strains from a Broiler Meat Production Chain in Italy.
The study identified mcr-1.1 and mcr-1.2 variants on IncX4 plasmids in colistin-resistant Salmonella Infantis strains, along with other resistance genes such as blaCTX-M-1, aac(6')-Iaa, tet(A), dfrA1, sul1, and qacE.
mcr-1-Mediated Colistin Resistance and Genomic Characterization of Antimicrobial Resistance in ESBL-Producing Salmonella Infantis Strains from a Broiler Meat Production Chain in Italy.
The study identified mcr-1.1 and mcr-1.2 variants on IncX4 plasmids in colistin-resistant Salmonella Infantis strains, along with other resistance genes such as blaCTX-M-1, aac(6')-Iaa, tet(A), dfrA1, sul1, and qacE.
Transmissibility and Persistence of the Plasmid-Borne Mobile Colistin Resistance Gene, mcr-1, Harbored in Poultry-Associated E. coli.
The study identified the plasmid-borne mcr-1 gene in poultry-associated E. coli isolates, demonstrating its transmissibility via conjugation and its persistence in biofilms with a fitness cost.
Antimicrobial Resistance in Companion Animals: Focus on mcr Genes and Zoonotic Transmission
The study identifies various mcr genes, including mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-4, mcr-5, mcr-9, and mcr-10, in companion animals such as dogs and cats, highlighting their role in colistin resistance and potential zoonotic transmission.
Enhancing Colistin Activity against Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli through Combination with Alginate Nanoparticles and Small Molecules.
The study identified the mcr-1 and mcr-4 genes as mediators of colistin resistance in E. coli strains 184 and 289, respectively. The combination of colistin with alginate nanoparticles and small molecules significantly enhanced its antibacterial activity against these resistant strains.
Antimicrobial Resistance in E. coli: Mechanisms, Spread, and Implications
The paper discusses the emergence of plasmid-borne colistin resistance in E. coli mediated by the mcr gene, highlighting its significance as a 'last frontier' antibiotic. It also covers the spread of carbapenemase-producing E. coli and the challenges posed by multidrug-resistant strains.
Prevalence and factors associated with faecal carriage of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Enterobacterales among peripartum women in the community in Cambodia.
The study identified a high prevalence of ESBL-producing Enterobacterales in peripartum women in Cambodia, with bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, and bla CTX-M-27 being the most common ESBL genes. Additionally, bla NDM-1, bla NDM-5, and bla NDM-6 carbapenemase genes, as well as mcr-1 and mcr-3 colistin resistance genes, were detected in the isolates.
Carbapenemase Production and Detection of Colistin-Resistant Genes in Clinical Isolates of Escherichia Coli from the Ho Teaching Hospital, Ghana.
The study detected mcr-1 and mcr-2_700bp colistin-resistant genes in 3 out of 135 E. coli isolates, representing 2.2% prevalence.
Restoring and Enhancing the Potency of Existing Antibiotics against Drug-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria through the Development of Potent Small-Molecule Adjuvants.
MD-124 is a potent small-molecule adjuvant that enhances the efficacy of existing antibiotics against drug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria by permeabilizing their outer membranes.
Resistome Analysis of Global Livestock and Soil Microbiomes.
The study identified numerous antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in livestock and soil microbiomes, including tetracycline resistance genes (tet(W)_1, tet(Q)_1, tet(O)_1, tet(44)_1), macrolide resistance gene (ole(B)_1), colistin resistance genes (mcr-1.11, mcr-5.1, mcr-7.1), and vancomycin resistance genes (vanG, vanA-B, vanH-B, vanXY-G).
mcr-1-Mediated In Vitro Inhibition of Plasmid Transfer Is Reversed by the Intestinal Environment.
The study found that the mcr-1 gene inhibits the transfer of plasmids carrying it, but this inhibition is reversed in the intestinal environment, particularly in the presence of bile salts and anaerobic conditions.
Genome Analysis of ESBL-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated from Pigs.
The study identified several AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from pigs, including blaCTX-M-15, aminoglycoside resistance genes, qnrS1, and mcr-1, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains with potential implications for human health.
Carriage of Plasmid-Mediated Colistin Resistance-1-Positive Escherichia coli in Humans, Animals, and Environment on Farms in Vietnam.
The study identified the presence of mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli (MCRPEC) in humans, animals, and the environment on farms in Vietnam, highlighting the role of flies in the transmission of colistin resistance.
Polymyxin Resistance in Clinical Isolates of K. pneumoniae in Brazil: Update on Molecular Mechanisms, Clonal Dissemination and Relationship With KPC-Producing Strains.
The study identifies several mutations in genes involved in the two-component systems (PmrB, PhoQ, PmrA, PhoP, and MgrB) that contribute to polymyxin resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae. Additionally, the mcr-1 gene was found to be associated with plasmid-mediated colistin resistance.
Antimicrobial resistance surveillance of Escherichia coli from chickens in the Qinghai Plateau of China.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in 8 out of 12 colistin-resistant E. coli isolates from chickens in Qinghai Province, highlighting the presence of colistin resistance mediated by this gene.
Pre-existing chromosomal polymorphisms in pathogenic E. coli potentiate the evolution of resistance to a last-resort antibiotic.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a determinant of colistin resistance in E. coli and characterizes an I244N mutation in lpxC that contributes to reduced colistin susceptibility.
Colistin resistance screening by 3 μg/ml colistin agar in Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales.
The study evaluates the use of 3 μg/ml colistin agar for detecting colistin resistance in carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales (CPE), showing high categorical agreement with the reference broth microdilution method. The mcr-1 gene was not involved in colistin resistance in the isolates analyzed.
Large-Scale Studies on Antimicrobial Resistance and Molecular Characterization of Escherichia coli from Food Animals in Developed Areas of Eastern China.
The study identified mcr-1, tet(X4), and blaNDM-5 genes in Escherichia coli from food animals in eastern China, highlighting their role in resistance to colistin, tigecycline, and meropenem, respectively. These genes were found to be transferable via plasmids, emphasizing the potential for spread of antimicrobial resistance.
Molecular characterization of multidrug-resistant ESKAPEE pathogens from clinical samples in Chonburi, Thailand (2017-2018).
The study identified multiple AMR genes in ESKAPEE pathogens, including bla OXA-23, bla NDM, bla OXA-48-like, bla CTX-M group 1, bla CTX-M group 9, mcr-1, mcr-3, mecA, and vanA. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as carbapenems, beta-lactams, colistin, methicillin, and vancomycin.
Effect of Different Tolerable Levels of Constitutive mcr-1 Expression on Escherichia coli.
The study characterizes the mcr-1 gene, which confers colistin resistance in Escherichia coli. The expression levels of mcr-1 were shown to correlate with increased colistin MICs, demonstrating the gene's role in mediating resistance.
Genomic characterization of Salmonella enterica serovar Choleraesuis from Brazil reveals a swine gallbladder isolate harboring colistin resistance gene mcr-1.1.
The study identified the colistin resistance gene mcr-1.1 in a Salmonella enterica serovar Choleraesuis isolate from a swine gallbladder in Brazil, highlighting the presence of plasmid-borne colistin resistance in this pathogen.
Antimicrobial, Multi-Drug and Colistin Resistance in Enterobacteriaceae in Healthy Pigs in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana, 2022: A Cross-Sectional Study.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in Enterobacteriaceae isolates from healthy pigs in Ghana, with 60% of phenotypic colistin-resistant E. coli and 33% of Enterobacter spp. carrying this gene. Over 60% of Enterobacteriaceae were resistant to tetracycline, and 23% of E. coli isolates showed multidrug resistance.
A Trade-Off for Maintenance of Multidrug-Resistant IncHI2 Plasmids in Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhimurium through Adaptive Evolution.
The study identifies the stability of clinically relevant ARGs carried by evolved plasmids, showing that their stability depends on antibiotic treatment conditions. Key genes include mcr-1, bla CTX-M-14, oqxAB, floR, and fosA3, which were consistently detected in evolved clones and correlate with resistance phenotypes.
Quantitative Pharmacodynamic Characterization of Resistance versus Heteroresistance of Colistin in E. coli Using a Semimechanistic Modeling of Killing Curves.
The study characterizes the resistance and heteroresistance mechanisms of colistin in E. coli strains carrying mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes, highlighting differences in potency and drug effect potentiation between resistant and heteroresistant subpopulations.
Highly Sensitive and Specific Detection of Mobilized Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1 by CRISPR-Based Platform.
The study presents a CRISPR/Cas12a-based platform for the highly sensitive and specific detection of the mcr-1 gene, which mediates colistin resistance.
Genomic insight into the integrative conjugative elements from ICEHpa1 family.
The study identifies four novel ICEHpa1 variants (ICE Gpa1818, ICE Gpa1808, ICE Gpa1807, and ICE Gpa1815) carrying diverse resistance genes, including tetracycline, streptomycin, gentamicin, sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim, florfenicol, and amoxicillin resistance genes.
Hitherto-Unnoticed Self-Transmissible Plasmids Widely Distributed among Different Environments in Japan.
The study identified new subgroups of IncP/P-1 and PromA plasmids, including antibiotic resistance genes such as blaIMP-1, blaKPC-2, mcr-1, and various tetracycline and aminoglycoside resistance genes.
Longitudinal Study Detects the Co-Carriage of ESBL and mcr-1 and -4 Genes in Escherichia coli Strains in a Portuguese Farrow-to-Finish Swine Herd.
The study identified the co-carriage of ESBL genes (bla CTX-M-1 and bla CTX-M-32) and mcr-1 and mcr-4.7 genes in E. coli strains from a Portuguese swine herd, highlighting the role of antibiotic usage in selecting for multidrug-resistant bacteria.
Emergence of a novel hybrid mcr-1-bearing plasmid in an NDM-7-producing ST167 Escherichia coli strain of clinical origin.
The study identifies a novel hybrid mcr-1-bearing plasmid in an NDM-7-producing ST167 E. coli strain, highlighting the emergence of multidrug-resistant plasmids that combine colistin and carbapenem resistance mechanisms.
Global epidemiology, genetic environment, risk factors and therapeutic prospects of mcr genes: A current and emerging update.
The paper reviews the global epidemiology, genetic environment, risk factors, and therapeutic prospects of mcr genes, highlighting their dissemination in Enterobacteriaceae species and the role of mobile genetic elements in their spread. It identifies multiple mcr genes, including mcr-1 to mcr-10, and discusses their mechanisms of colistin resistance.
Carbapenemase- and Colistin Resistant Escherichia coli Strains from Children in China: High Genetic Diversity and First Report of bla (NDM-5), bla (CTX-M-65), bla (OXA-10), bla (TEM-1), and mcr-1.1 Genes Co-Occurrence in E. coli ST156.
Molecular characterization and biofilm-formation analysis of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella spp., and Escherichia coli isolated from Brazilian swine slaughterhouses.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes in E. coli and Salmonella Typhi isolates from Brazilian swine slaughterhouses, including ampC, blaSHV, cat1, clmA, MCR-1, MCR-3, tet(A), tet(B), tet(C), tet(M), and sulI. These genes conferred resistance to multiple antibiotics such as ampicillin, amoxicillin, chloramphenicol, tetracycline, doxycycline, colistin, and sulfonamide.
WGS-Based Lineage and Antimicrobial Resistance Pattern of Salmonella Typhimurium Isolated during 2000-2017 in Peru.
The study identifies 63 different AMR genes in 90 S. Typhimurium isolates from Peru, including beta-lactamases (blaTEM-181, blaSHV-12, blaSHV-134, blaCTX-M-15), quinolone resistance genes (qnrB5, qnrB19, qnrE2), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetD, tetR), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul3), dihydrofolate reductase (dfrA1, dfrA12), florfenicol resistance gene (floR), lincomycin resistance gene (linG), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aph(3″)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aadA2), colistin resistance gene (mcr-1), and fosfomycin resistance gene (fosA3).
Unraveling the Secrets of Colistin Resistance with Label-Free Raman Spectroscopy.
Evaluation of the EasyScreen™ ESBL/CPO Detection Kit for the Detection of ß-Lactam Resistance Genes.
The EasyScreen™ ESBL/CPO Detection Kit effectively detects various β-lactam resistance genes, including bla VIM, bla NDM, bla IMP, bla OXA-48, bla KPC, bla OXA-23, bla OXA-51, bla SME, bla IMI, bla GES, bla TEM, bla SHV, bla CTX-M, bla CMY, bla DHA, and the mcr-1 gene, demonstrating high sensitivity and specificity for carbapenemase and ESBL detection in Enterobacterales, Pseudomonas spp., and Acinetobacter spp.
Occurrence and Characterisation of Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli in Raw Meat in Southern Italy in 2018-2020.
The study identified mcr-1 genes in colistin-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from turkey meat in Southern Italy, confirming their presence on IncX4 plasmids and highlighting the need for continued surveillance of colistin resistance in food-producing animals.
Phage-Plasmids Spread Antibiotic Resistance Genes through Infection and Lysogenic Conversion.
Phage-plasmids (P-Ps) carry a variety of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, and carbapenemases. These genes are often located in integrons and are associated with transposable elements. P-Ps can be induced by mitomycin C and can transfer resistance genes through lysogenic conversion.
Complete genome sequences of two Escherichia coli clinical isolates from Egypt carrying mcr-1 on IncP and IncX4 plasmids.
The study identified mcr-1.1 gene on IncP and IncX4 plasmids in two E. coli clinical isolates from Egypt, highlighting the dissemination of colistin resistance.
Draft Genome Sequence of Two Salmonella enterica Subspecies enterica Serovar Minnesota Strains Harboring Mcr-1.1 Gene Isolated from Chicken Meat in Saudi Arabia.
Two Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Minnesota strains carrying the mcr-1.1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, were isolated from chicken meat in Saudi Arabia. Additional resistance genes including sul2, tetA, blaTEM-1B, qnrB19, aac(6')-Iaa, aac(3)-IV, and floR were also identified.
Selection of Multidrug-Resistant Enterobacteria in Weaned Pigs and Its Association With In-feed Subtherapeutic Combination of Colistin and Tylosin.
The study identifies the presence of mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-4, and mcr-5 genes in multidrug-resistant Enterobacteria isolated from weaned pigs, highlighting their role in colistin resistance.
Distribution of mcr-1 Harboring Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae in Clinical Specimens and Lytic Activity of Bacteriophage KpnM Against Isolates.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a significant contributor to colistin resistance in hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates, with 66% of colistin-resistant isolates being positive for mcr-1.
Genome-associations of extended-spectrum ß-lactamase producing (ESBL) or AmpC producing E. coli in small and medium pig farms from Khon Kaen province, Thailand.
The study identifies various AMR genes in ESBL and/or AmpC-producing E. coli from small and medium pig farms in Thailand, highlighting the co-occurrence of resistance genes conferring resistance to critically important antimicrobials.
Antimicrobial susceptibility to polymyxin B and other comparators against Gram-negative bacteria isolated from bloodstream infections in China: Results from CARVIS-NET program.
The study found that 94.1% of the 1939 Gram-negative isolates were susceptible to polymyxin B, and the sensitivity of the strains to polymyxin B was highly correlated with their sensitivity to colistin.
One Health Analysis of mcr-Carrying Plasmids and Emergence of mcr-10.1 in Three Species of Klebsiella Recovered from Humans in China.
The study identified six mcr variants (mcr-1.1, mcr-8.1, mcr-8.2, mcr-9.1, mcr-9.2, and mcr-10.1) in 20 genomes of Klebsiella isolates, with mcr-10.1 being susceptible to colistin in three species of Klebsiella. The study also characterized the genetic contexts of these mcr variants and their association with various plasmid types.
Dissemination of Carbapenemases and MCR-1 Producing Gram-Negative Bacteria in Aquatic Environments in Batna, Algeria.
Synergistic Activity of Tetrandrine and Colistin against mcr-1-Harboring Escherichia coli.
Tetrandrine synergizes with colistin to inhibit the growth of mcr-1-harboring E. coli by interacting with the MCR-1 protein and reducing its ability to confer colistin resistance.
Occurrence and Biological Cost of mcr-1-Carrying Plasmids Co-harbouring Beta-Lactamase Resistance Genes in Zoonotic Pathogens from Intensive Animal Production.
The study identifies mcr-1 and various beta-lactamase genes, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-1, and bla CTX-M-15, in E. coli and Salmonella enterica isolates from intensive animal production. These genes confer resistance to colistin and beta-lactam antibiotics, highlighting the co-occurrence of resistance mechanisms in zoonotic pathogens.
Tunisian Multicenter Study on the Prevalence of Colistin Resistance in Clinical Isolates of Gram Negative Bacilli: Emergence of Escherichia coli Harbouring the mcr-1 Gene.
The study reports the first detection of the mcr-1 gene in clinical E. coli isolates in Tunisia, highlighting the emergence of colistin-resistant E. coli causing urinary tract infections.
Molecular Epidemiology of mcr-1-Positive Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolates: Results from Russian Sentinel Surveillance (2013-2018).
The study identified mcr-1.1 as a mobile colistin resistance gene in E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates from Russia, highlighting its association with various plasmid types and multidrug resistance.
Antibiotic Susceptibility Profiles and Resistance Mechanisms to β-Lactams and Polymyxins of Escherichia coli from Broilers Raised under Intensive and Extensive Production Systems.
The study identifies several β-lactamase genes, including SHV-12, CTX-M group variants, TEM, OXA, and PMAβ, as well as the mcr-1 gene responsible for polymyxin resistance in E. coli isolates from broilers raised in intensive and extensive systems. The prevalence of reduced susceptibility to antibiotics is higher in isolates from the intensive system.
Pathogenome comparison and global phylogeny of Escherichia coli ST1485 strains.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes, including blaTEM-1, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, sul2, dfrA14, and mcr-1, in Escherichia coli ST1485 strains, highlighting their multidrug-resistant nature and potential zoonotic risk.
Plasmidome in mcr-1 harboring carbapenem-resistant enterobacterales isolates from human in Thailand.
The study identified mcr-1 as a mobile colistin-resistance gene in carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales isolates from Thailand, highlighting its presence on various plasmid types including IncX4, IncI2, and IncHI/IncN.
Antimicrobial resistance and genomic characterization of Escherichia coli from pigs and chickens in Zhejiang, China.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from pigs and chickens in Zhejiang, China, including bla NDM-5, mcr-1, tet (X4), and cfr, which confer resistance to carbapenems, colistin, tigecycline, and multiple other antibiotics.
Genome Assessment of Carbapenem- and Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli from Patients in a Sentinel Hospital in China.
The study identifies bla NDM-1, bla NDM-5, and mcr-1 genes in carbapenem- and colistin-resistant E. coli strains from a sentinel hospital in China, highlighting their role in resistance and horizontal transfer via plasmids.
Characteristics of the plasmid-mediated colistin-resistance gene mcr-1 in Escherichia coli isolated from a veterinary hospital in Shanghai.
The study identifies the plasmid-mediated colistin-resistance gene mcr-1 in Escherichia coli isolates from a veterinary hospital in Shanghai, demonstrating its presence and multidrug-resistant phenotypes.
Genomic epidemiological analysis of mcr-1-harboring Escherichia coli collected from livestock settings in Vietnam.
The study identified mcr-1 as a significant colistin resistance gene in Escherichia coli isolates from various livestock settings in Vietnam, highlighting its widespread presence and association with multiple antimicrobial resistance genes.
Worldwide Disseminated IncX4 Plasmid Carrying mcr-1 Arrives to Wild Mammal in Portugal.
The study reports the first detection of the mcr-1 gene carried by the IncX4 plasmid in a wild mammal, specifically a fallow deer in Portugal, highlighting the spread of colistin resistance in wildlife.
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).
Chromosomally and Plasmid-Located mcr in Salmonella from Animals and Food Products in China.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-4.3 genes in Salmonella isolates from animals and food products in China, highlighting their role in colistin resistance and transmission mechanisms.
Screening of colistin-resistant bacteria in livestock animals from France.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes in various colistin-resistant bacteria isolated from livestock animals in France, highlighting the prevalence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance in these populations.
Genomic Shift in Population Dynamics of mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli in Human Carriage.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a key factor in colistin resistance in Escherichia coli strains, highlighting its genomic shifts and co-selection with other antibiotic resistance genes.
Antimicrobial resistance and molecular epidemiological analysis of Escherichia fergusonii harboring the mcr gene in pigs and broiler chickens in Okinawa, Japan.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-5 genes in Escherichia fergusonii isolates from pigs and chickens in Okinawa, Japan, which conferred resistance to colistin. The mcr-1 gene was found in all isolates, while mcr-5 was present in one isolate. The IncI2 plasmid was implicated in the transfer of the mcr-1 gene.
Intracellular Transposition of Mobile Genetic Elements Associated with the Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1.
The study characterizes the intracellular transposition of the colistin resistance gene mcr-1, identified as part of the novel transposon Tn 7511, and provides insights into the mechanisms of its movement within bacterial cells.
Mobile colistin resistance (MCR), extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) and multidrug resistance monitoring in Escherichia coli (commensal and pathogenic) in pig farming: need of harmonized guidelines and clinical breakpoints.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-4 genes conferring colistin resistance, along with blaTEM-1B, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, sul2, and tet(A) genes responsible for resistance to various antibiotics in E. coli isolates from pig farming.
The Distribution of Mobile Colistin-Resistant Genes, Carbapenemase-Encoding Genes, and Fluoroquinolone-Resistant Genes in Escherichia coli Isolated from Natural Water Sources in Upper Northeast Thailand.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes in E. coli isolates from natural water sources in upper northeast Thailand, including mcr-1, mcr-8, mcr-9, bla oxa-48-like, aac(6')-bl-cr, qepA, and oqxAB, which confer resistance to polymyxin, carbapenem, aminoglycoside, and fluoroquinolone antibiotics.
Exogenous antibiotic resistance gene contributes to intestinal inflammation by modulating the gut microbiome and inflammatory cytokine responses in mouse.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene, which confers colistin resistance, as a significant contributor to intestinal inflammation in mice by altering the gut microbiome and inflammatory cytokine responses.
Intestinal colonization with ESBL-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae in healthy rural villager: A genomic surveillance study in China, 2015-2017.
The study identified multiple ESBL genes, including bla TEM-1B, bla CTX-M-14, and bla SHV-11, along with other resistance genes such as qnrS1, sul1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA16, aph(3')-Ib, tet(A), and mcr-1, contributing to multidrug resistance in ESBL-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from healthy rural villagers in China.
Genetic and Phenotypic Characterization of Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae from Liver Abscess.
Carriage and Transmission of mcr-1 in Salmonella Typhimurium and Its Monophasic 1,4,[5],12:i:- Variants from Diarrheal Outpatients: a 10-Year Genomic Epidemiology in Guangdong, Southern China.
The study identifies the prevalence of mcr-1 in Salmonella Typhimurium and its monophasic variant, highlighting the role of MDR IncHI2 plasmids in the spread of mcr-1 and other clinically important ARGs.
Genes mcr improve the intestinal fitness of pathogenic E. coli and balance their lifestyle to commensalism.
The mcr-1 gene enhances the intestinal fitness of pathogenic E. coli, improves its colonization, and balances its lifestyle towards commensalism by reducing pro-inflammatory responses and increasing resistance to antimicrobial peptides.
Increased Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella enterica I Serotype 4,[5],12:i:- Infections Associated with Pork, United States, 2009-2018.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes associated with multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serotype 4,[5],12:i:-, including genes conferring resistance to ampicillin, streptomycin, sulfamethoxazole, tetracycline, ciprofloxacin, ceftriaxone, azithromycin, and colistin. These genes are prevalent in a multidrug-resistant clade linked to pork consumption.
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.
Risk factors and molecular epidemiology of fecal carriage of carbapenem resistant Enterobacteriaceae in patients with liver disease.
The study identified bla KPC-2 and bla NDM as the primary carbapenemase genes in CRE strains, with bla KPC-2 being the most prevalent. Additionally, the polymyxin resistance gene mcr-1 was detected in some E. coli strains.
Rapid culture-independent loop-mediated isothermal amplification detection of antimicrobial resistance markers from environmental water samples.
The study developed and validated LAMP assays for rapid detection of mcr-1, blaKPC, blaOXA-48, blaOXA-23, and blaVIM genes in environmental water samples, demonstrating high sensitivity and specificity.
Multi-drug Resistance, β-Lactamases Production, and Coexistence of bla (NDM-1) and mcr-1 in Escherichia coli Clinical Isolates From a Referral Hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal.
The study identified the presence of blaNDM-1 and mcr-1 genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates, highlighting their coexistence and contribution to resistance against carbapenems and colistin.
Avian strains of emerging pathogen Escherichia fergusonii are phylogenetically diverse and harbor the greatest AMR dissemination potential among different sources: Comparative genomic evidence.
The study identified several AMR genes in avian strains of Escherichia fergusonii, including beta-lactamases (CTX-M, OXA, TEM), tetracycline resistance genes (Tet(X4)), and colistin resistance gene (MCR-1.1). Avian strains were found to have higher AMR dissemination potential compared to other sources.
Emergence of high-level colistin resistance mediated by multiple determinants, including mcr-1.1, mcr-8.2 and crrB mutations, combined with tigecycline resistance in an ST656 Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study reports a highly drug-resistant ST656 Klebsiella pneumoniae strain, KP15-652, exhibiting high-level colistin resistance mediated by mcr-1.1, mcr-8.2, and crrB mutations, alongside tigecycline resistance conferred by tmexCD1-toprJ1, tet(A), and tet(M).
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.
The under investigated facet of the COVID-19 pandemic: Molecular analysis of secondary bacterial infections at a COVID dedicated intensive care unit within a tertiary care center in Lebanon.
The study identified multiple AMR genes including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1 B, bla SHV-26, bla CMY-145, bla OXA-1, bla NDM-5, bla NDM-7, aph(3")-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA, FosA, FosA3, FosA6, mcr-1.26, acrAB-TolC, and MexAB-OprM in Gram-negative isolates from COVID-19 patients. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as carbapenems, cephalosporins, fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, fosfomycin, and colistin.
Systematic In Silico Assessment of Antimicrobial Resistance Dissemination across the Global Plasmidome.
The study identifies various antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) and their dissemination patterns across the global plasmidome using %GC content analysis. Key findings include the identification of genes such as sul, dfrA, qnr, CTX-M, OXA, APH(3'), ANT(3''), AAC(6'), mcr, erm, tet, and qac, which are associated with resistance to sulfonamides, trimethoprim, quinolones, beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, polymyxins, macrolides, lincosamides, streptogramins, tetracyclines, and quaternary ammonium compounds.
The Clash of the Titans: COVID-19, Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacterales, and First mcr-1-Mediated Colistin Resistance in Humans in Romania.
The study identifies the first mcr-1-mediated colistin resistance in humans in Romania, highlighting the emergence of this resistance mechanism in Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates.
The Prevalence of Plasmid-Mediated Colistin Resistance Gene mcr-1 and Different Transferability and Fitness of mcr-1-Bearing IncX4 Plasmids in Escherichia coli from Pigeons.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene in E. coli isolates from pigeons, highlighting its prevalence and the role of IncX4 plasmids in its transmission.
Quinolone-resistant Escherichia coli at the interface between humans, poultry and their shared environment- a potential public health risk.
The study identified qnrS1, qnrB19, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and mcr-1.1 as significant quinolone and colistin resistance genes in E. coli isolates from humans, poultry, and the environment in Abuja, Nigeria. Additionally, specific mutations in gyrA, parC, parE, and pmrB were linked to quinolone and colistin resistance.
Pyrazolones Potentiate Colistin Activity against MCR-1-Producing Resistant Bacteria: Computational and Microbiological Study.
The study identifies pyrazolones that can restore colistin susceptibility in MCR-1-producing bacteria by inhibiting the MCR-1 enzyme, which is responsible for colistin resistance through phosphoethanolamine transfer onto lipid A.
Complete Genetic Analysis of Plasmids Carrying Multiple Resistance, Virulence, and Phage-Like Genes in Foodborne Escherichia coli Isolate.
The study identified 16 antimicrobial resistance genes in a foodborne E. coli strain, including bla NDM-1 and mcr-1, highlighting the dissemination of multidrug-resistant plasmids in food products.
The risk of pig and chicken farming for carriage and transmission of Escherichia coli containing extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) and mobile colistin resistance (mcr) genes in Thailand.
The study identified bla CTX-M-55 as a prevalent ESBL gene in pig farmers and mcr-1.1 as a dominant colistin resistance gene in various human and animal samples in Thailand.
Two-site study on performances of a commercially available MALDI-TOF MS-based assay for the detection of colistin resistance in Escherichia coli.
The study evaluated a MALDI-TOF MS-based assay for detecting colistin resistance in E. coli, identifying mcr-1, mcr-2, and mcr-3.2 as key genes, along with mutations in mgrB and pmrB contributing to resistance.
Greater Invasion and Persistence of mcr-1-Bearing Plasmids in Escherichia coli than in Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study shows that mcr-1-bearing plasmids exhibit greater invasion and persistence in Escherichia coli compared to Klebsiella pneumoniae, leading to a competitive advantage for E. coli.
Identification of mcr-1 Genes and Characterization of Resistance Mechanisms to Colistin in Escherichia coli Isolates from Colombian Hospitals.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene as a cause of colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from Colombian hospitals, with additional mutations in pmrA, pmrB, and phoP contributing to resistance mechanisms.
Colistin Resistance in Acinetobacter baumannii: Molecular Mechanisms and Epidemiology.
The study characterizes several AMR genes and mutations involved in colistin resistance in Acinetobacter baumannii, including pmrCAB, lpxA, lpxC, lpxD, mcr-1, mcr-4.3, and eptA, as well as mutations in pmrB, pmrA, lpxC, and lpxD.
First Known Report of mcr-Harboring Enterobacteriaceae in the Dominican Republic.
The study identifies the first occurrence of mcr-1-harboring Enterobacteriaceae in the Dominican Republic, highlighting the presence of colistin-resistant E. coli in food animal sources.
Comparative genomic analysis of Colistin resistant Escherichia coli isolated from pigs, a human and wastewater on colistin withdrawn pig farm.
The study identified mcr-1.1, mcr-3.2, and mcr-3.5 genes in colistin-resistant E. coli strains from pigs, a human, and wastewater, highlighting the role of plasmids in the dissemination of colistin resistance.
Unrecognized Potent Activities of Colistin Against Clinically Important mcr+ Enterobacteriaceae Revealed in Synergy with Host Immunity.
The study shows that colistin retains activity against mcr+ Enterobacteriaceae in more physiological media and in the presence of human serum, challenging the conventional understanding of mcr-1 mediated colistin resistance.
Genetic characteristic of coexisting of mcr-1 and bla (NDM-5) in Escherichia coli isolates from lesion-bearing animal organs.
The study identified the coexistence of mcr-1 and blaNDM-5 in Escherichia coli isolates from lesion-bearing animal organs, highlighting their extensive drug resistance and the role of chromosomal and plasmid-borne genes in resistance mechanisms.
The temporal dynamics of antimicrobial-resistant Salmonella enterica and predominant serovars in China.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella enterica isolates from China, highlighting the increasing prevalence of resistance to beta-lactams, quinolones, tetracyclines, and sulfonamides. Key genes include blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-14, aac(3)-IV, and mcr-1.
Exploring the epidemiology of mcr genes, genetic context and plasmids in Enterobacteriaceae originating from pigs and humans on farms in Thailand.
The study identified mcr-1, mcr-3, and mcr-9 variants in Enterobacteriaceae isolates from pigs and humans in Thailand, highlighting the prevalence and genetic diversity of plasmid-borne colistin resistance genes.
Prevalence and Genomic Characteristics of mcr-Positive Escherichia coli Strains Isolated from Humans, Pigs, and Foods in China.
The study identified mcr-1 as a major gene conferring colistin resistance in Escherichia coli isolates from humans, pigs, and foods in China. Additionally, several other resistance genes such as tet(A), floR, sul2, aadA1, strA, strB, blaCTX-M-14, fosA, lnu(F), and arr-3 were found to confer resistance to various antibiotics.
The Characteristics of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamases (ESBLs)-Producing Escherichia coli in Bloodstream Infection.
The study identified several extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including bla CTX-M, bla TEM, bla SHV, bla OXA-1, and the colistin resistance gene mcr-1, in ESBL-producing Escherichia coli strains causing bloodstream infections.
Epidemic characteristics of the SXT/R391 integrated conjugative elements in multidrug-resistant Proteus mirabilis isolated from chicken farm.
The study identified high prevalence of multidrug-resistant Proteus mirabilis strains in chicken farms, with blaOXA-1, blaCTX-M-1G, blaCTX-M-9G, and mcr-1 genes being highly prevalent. An SXT/R391 integrated conjugative element (ICE Pmi Chn5) carrying 17 resistance genes was identified in a multidrug-resistant strain, highlighting the role of ICEs in the transmission of resistance genes.
Outbreak report of polymyxin-carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae causing untreatable infections evidenced by synergy tests and bacterial genomes.
The study identifies multiple carbapenemase genes (blaKPC, blaNDM, blaOXA-48-like) and the mcr-1 gene, which confer resistance to carbapenems and polymyxin, respectively. Mutations in maeB and exuT are associated with resistance, survival, or proliferation in K. pneumoniae strains.
A Single Residue within the MCR-1 Protein Confers Anticipatory Resilience.
The study identifies that a single residue within the MCR-1 protein, specifically at position 198, influences colistin resistance. Mutations at this site, such as P198A and P198Y, alter MCR-1's stability and resistance activity, with P198Y leading to susceptibility. Additionally, the research highlights the role of the CpxRA envelope stress response in regulating MCR-1 activity and colistin resistance.
Colistin resistance in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae in humans and backyard animals in Ecuador.
The study found a high prevalence of the mcr-1 gene in Escherichia coli isolates, indicating molecular resistance to colistin, despite a low prevalence of phenotypic resistance.
Genetic characterization of ESBL-producing and ciprofloxacin-resistant Escherichia coli from Belgian broilers and pigs.
The study identified various ESBL genes such as bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-32, bla CTX-M-15, bla SHV-12, bla TEM-52C, and bla TEM-52B, as well as PMQR genes like qnrS1 and qnrB19, in ESBL-producing and ciprofloxacin-resistant E. coli from Belgian broilers and pigs. Additionally, colistin resistance genes mcr-1.1, mcr-2.1, and mcr-9 were detected. Mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N) and parC (S80I) were strongly associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
The evolution of colistin resistance increases bacterial resistance to host antimicrobial peptides and virulence.
The study demonstrates that the mobile colistin resistance (MCR) gene mcr-1 enhances resistance to various host antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) and increases bacterial virulence in a Galleria mellonella model.
Investigating Possible Interspecies Communication of Plasmids Associated with Transfer of Third-Generation Cephalosporin, Quinolone, and Colistin Resistance Between Simultaneously Isolated Escherichia Coli and Klebsiella Pneumoniae.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates, including bla CTX-M-14, qnrS1, mcr-1.1, and others, highlighting the role of plasmids in the transfer of resistance genes between species.
Virotyping and genetic antimicrobial susceptibility testing of porcine ETEC/STEC strains and associated plasmid types.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in porcine ETEC/STEC strains, including beta-lactamases (blaTEM-1A, blaTEM-1B, blaTEM-106), polymyxin resistance genes (mcr-1.1, mcr-2.1, mcr-5.1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IV, aac(3)-IVa, aph(3')-Ia, aadA1, aadA10, aadA12), florfenicol resistance gene (floR), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B)), quinolone resistance gene (qnrS1), and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA36).
Prevalence and molecular characteristics of polymyxin-resistant Enterobacterales in a Chinese tertiary teaching hospital.
The study identified mgrB mutations and mcr-1 genes as key contributors to polymyxin resistance in Enterobacterales isolates from a Chinese hospital.
Plasmid-mediated colistin resistance among human clinical Enterobacterales isolates: national surveillance in the Czech Republic.
The study identified mcr-1, mcr-4, and mcr-9 genes in colistin-resistant Enterobacterales isolates from the Czech Republic, highlighting their association with plasmid-mediated resistance and multidrug resistance features.
Molecular detection and antimicrobial resistance profiles of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) producing Escherichia coli in broiler chicken farms in Malaysia.
The study identified bla CTX-M, bla TEM, and mcr-1 genes as the primary resistance mechanisms in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from broiler chicken farms in Malaysia.
Multicenter Evaluation of the BIOFIRE Blood Culture Identification 2 Panel for Detection of Bacteria, Yeasts, and Antimicrobial Resistance Genes in Positive Blood Culture Samples.
The BIOFIRE BCID2 Panel demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity for detecting bacteria, yeasts, and antimicrobial resistance genes in positive blood culture samples. It effectively identified various AMR genes such as CTX-M, IMP, KPC, NDM, OXA-48-like, VIM, mecA/C, mcr-1, and vanA/B in Enterobacterales and other pathogens.
Detection of bla(NDM-1,)mcr-1 and MexB in multidrug resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolated from clinical specimens in a tertiary care hospital of Nepal.
The study identified blaNDM-1, mcr-1, and MexB genes in multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates from Nepal, highlighting the presence of carbapenem resistance, colistin resistance, and efflux pump-mediated resistance mechanisms.
Co-Harboring of Beta-Lactamases and mcr-1 Genes in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae from Healthy Carriers and Backyard Animals in Rural Communities in Ecuador.
The study identified the co-harborance of beta-lactamase genes (bla TEM, bla SHV, bla CTX-M-9, bla CTX-M-1, bla OXA-48, bla NDM) and the mcr-1 gene in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from healthy humans and backyard animals in rural Ecuador. These findings highlight the potential threat to the efficacy of last-resort antibiotics.
Genomic Surveillance of Salmonella from the Comunitat Valenciana (Spain).
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes including mcr-1, tet(A), aadA2, dfrA12, sul1, sul3, and ant(3")-Ia, along with mutations in gyrA that confer resistance to various antibiotics in Salmonella isolates from the Comunitat Valenciana, Spain.
Characterization of two novel colistin resistance gene mcr-1 variants originated from Moraxella spp.
This study identified two novel colistin resistance gene variants, mcr-1.35 and mcr-1.36, in Moraxella spp. isolated from pigs in China. These genes confer resistance to colistin when expressed in Escherichia coli.
Characterization of two novel colistin resistance gene mcr-1 variants originated from Moraxella spp.
This study identified two novel colistin resistance gene variants, mcr-1.35 and mcr-1.36, in Moraxella spp. isolated from pigs in China. These genes confer resistance to colistin when expressed in Escherichia coli.
Clinically relevant antibiotic resistance in Escherichia coli from black kites in southwestern Siberia: a genetic and phenotypic investigation.
The study identified multiple antibiotic resistance genes in E. coli isolates from black kites in Siberia, including mcr-1 for colistin resistance, qnrE1 for fluoroquinolone resistance, and others such as bla TEM-1B, tet(A), sul2, and aph(3')-Ib.
The evolution of infectious transmission promotes the persistence of mcr-1 plasmids.
The A51G mutation in the 5'UTR of traJ significantly increases plasmid conjugation efficiency, thereby improving the persistence of the mcr-1-bearing plasmid pHNSHP24.
Research note: Occurrence of mcr-encoded colistin resistance in Escherichia coli from pigs and pig farm workers in Vietnam.
The study found that mcr-1 is the primary gene responsible for colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from pigs and pig farm workers in Vietnam.
Epidemiology and zoonotic transmission of mcr-positive and carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales on German turkey farms.
The study found that mcr-1 was prevalent in 70.3% of turkey farms, with E. coli being the main carrier. Human colonization with mcr-1-positive E. coli was detected in 8.7% of participants.
Genomic Evidence of mcr-1.26 IncX4 Plasmid Transmission between Poultry and Humans.
The study identifies mcr-1.26 as a colistin resistance gene found on IncX4 plasmids in E. coli isolates from poultry and humans, highlighting the transmission of this resistance determinant between these sources.
Antimicrobial resistance in bacteria isolated from peridomestic Rattus species: A scoping literature review.
This scoping review identifies various antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in bacteria isolated from peridomestic Rattus species, including beta-lactamases (bla TEM, bla CTX-M, bla SHV, bla VIM, bla IMP, bla NDM-1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (strA, strB, aadA, aphA), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetB, tet34), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA17, dfr14), quinolone resistance genes (qnrB1), and others.
Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles and Co-Existence of Multiple Antimicrobial Resistance Genes in mcr-Harbouring Colistin-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae Isolates Recovered from Poultry and Poultry Meats in Malaysia.
The study identified the co-existence of the mcr gene with multiple antibiotic resistance genes in colistin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae isolates from poultry and poultry meats in Malaysia, highlighting the emergence of multidrug-resistant bacteria.
Antimicrobial resistance and mechanisms of epigenetic regulation.
The paper discusses the role of epigenetic modifications, such as DNA methylation, histone modification, and RNA methylation, in antimicrobial resistance. It highlights how these mechanisms contribute to bacterial adaptation and resistance to antibiotics.
Impact of antimicrobial use on abundance of antimicrobial resistance genes in chicken flocks in Vietnam.
The study found that antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) such as mcr-1, arnA, blaCTX-M, blaSHV, erm, and mcr-3 were prevalent in chicken flocks in Vietnam, with variations in abundance across different production stages. The intervention reduced antimicrobial use but had inconsistent effects on ARGs depending on the measurement metric.
Prevalence of AmpC, ESBL, and colistin resistance genes in Enterobacterales isolated from ready-to-eat food in Algeria.
The study identified the presence of various beta-lactamase genes (bla CTX-M, bla CMY-2, bla TEM, bla OXA-1, and bla SHV) and the mcr-1 gene in Enterobacterales isolated from ready-to-eat foods in Algeria. These genes confer resistance to multiple antibiotics, highlighting the potential public health concerns associated with antimicrobial resistance in food products.
Resensitizing multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria to carbapenems and colistin using disulfiram.
Disulfiram (DSF) and its derivatives enhance the efficacy of carbapenems and colistin against multidrug-resistant (MDR) Gram-negative bacteria by inhibiting NDM-beta-lactamases and MCR-phosphoethanolamine transferases, reducing resistance and preventing the evolution of drug-resistant strains.
Extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing E. coli from retail meat and workers: genetic diversity, virulotyping, pathotyping and the antimicrobial effect of silver nanoparticles.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli from retail meat and workers, including bla IMP, bla TEM, bla CTX-M-1, bla VIM, bla NDM, tetA (A), tetA (B), sul, flo R, and mcr-1. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as β-lactams, tetracycline, sulfonamides, fluoroquinolones, and colistin.
Dihydroartemisinin inhibits plasmid transfer in drug-resistant Escherichia coli via limiting energy supply.
DHA inhibits conjugative transfer of plasmids carrying mcr-1 and bla NDM-5 by impairing energy metabolism and down-regulating conjugation-related genes.
First report of mobile colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in avian pathogenic Escherichia coli isolated from turkeys in the Gaza Strip, Palestine.
The study reports the first detection of the mcr-1 gene in avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) isolated from turkeys in the Gaza Strip, highlighting the emergence of colistin resistance in poultry. The mcr-1 gene was found in 10.5% of APEC isolates, contributing to 32.5% of colistin-resistant isolates.
High rate of multidrug resistance and integrons in Escherichia coli isolates from diseased ducks in select regions of China.
The study identified a high rate of multidrug resistance in E. coli isolates from diseased ducks in China, with several AMR genes such as bla TEM, bla CTX-M, qnrS, aadA1, sul1, sul2, tet A, floR, mcr-1, intI1, and intI2 being characterized.
Genomic traits of multidrug resistant enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli isolates from diarrheic pigs.
The study identified 53 resistance genes and 13 categories of 195 virulence factors in multidrug-resistant ETEC isolates from diarrheic pigs, including tet(A), floR, aph(3')-Ia, aadA2, bleO, sul3, dfrA12, QnrS1, and tet(X4).
Prevalence and molecular characterization of cefotaxime-resistant Salmonella strains recovered from retail meat samples in Shenzhen, China, during 2014-2017.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-130, bla CTX-M-27, and bla CMY-2, as well as other resistance genes such as qnrS1, qnrB6, mph(A), oqxAB, mcr-1.1, tet(A), tet(B), sul1, sul2, sul3, aac(6')-Ib, aph(3")-Ib, floR, drfA14, drfA1, and Inu(F), which contribute to cefotaxime resistance in Salmonella strains isolated from retail meat samples in Shenzhen, China.
The phenotypic and genotypic antimicrobial resistance patterns of Salmonella isolated from chickens and meat at poultry slaughterhouses in Japan and Thailand.
The study identified ESBL-TEM, Int-1, and mcr-1 genes in Salmonella isolates from Thailand, with ESBL-TEM being the most prevalent. In Japan, all Salmonella isolates carried the Int-1 gene but showed no phenotypic resistance to the tested antibiotics.
Detection of Plasmid-Mediated Resistance against Colistin in Multi-Drug-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacilli Isolated from a Tertiary Hospital.
The study identified the presence of the mcr-1 gene in two E. coli isolates, indicating plasmid-mediated colistin resistance. The mcr-1 gene was found to be located on a 60 kb plasmid and was capable of horizontal transmission.
High Levels of Antibiotic Resistance in MDR-Strong Biofilm-Forming Salmonella Typhimurium ST34 in Southern China.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in Salmonella Typhimurium ST34, including gyrA, parC, oqxAB, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB, bla TEM, bla CTX-M, bla OXA, mcr-1, and bla NDM-5, highlighting the high levels of antibiotic resistance and biofilm formation in this strain.
Multidrug resistance pattern and molecular epidemiology of pathogens among children with diarrhea in Bangladesh, 2019-2021.
The study identified various AMR genes including blaTEM, qnrB, mcr-1, sxt, and tetA in E. coli, V. cholerae, Salmonella spp., and Shigella spp. These genes conferred resistance to cephalosporins, quinolones, colistin, cotrimoxazole, and tetracycline, highlighting the emergence of multidrug-resistant pathogens among children with diarrhea in Bangladesh.
Characteristics and genomic epidemiology of colistin-resistant Enterobacterales from farmers, swine, and hospitalized patients in Thailand, 2014-2017.
The study identified five novel mcr allelic variants (mcr-2.3, mcr-3.21, mcr-3.22, mcr-3.23, and mcr-3.24) in colistin-resistant Enterobacterales from farmers, swine, and hospitalized patients in Thailand. These genes were primarily found in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella spp. isolates, with mcr-1.1 and mcr-3 variants being the most prevalent. Additionally, chromosomal mutations in mgrB and pmrB were observed in some Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from hospitalized patients, contributing to colistin resistance.
Frequencies of mobilized colistin resistance (mcr-1, 2) genes in clinically isolated Escherichia coli; a cross sectional study.
The study identified the presence of the mcr-1 gene in 26 (36.11%) of E. coli isolates with MIC > 2 and 1 (1.38%) isolate with MIC ≤ 2, indicating its association with colistin resistance. No mcr-2 gene was detected.
Stability and genetic insights of the co-existence of bla(CTX-M-65), bla(OXA-1), and mcr-1.1 harboring conjugative IncI2 plasmid isolated from a clinical extensively-drug resistant Escherichia coli ST744 in Shanghai.
The study identified a conjugative IncI2 plasmid carrying bla(CTX-M-65), bla(OXA-1), and mcr-1.1 in an extensively drug-resistant E. coli ST744 isolate from Shanghai, highlighting the potential for horizontal gene transfer and the spread of multidrug resistance.
Isolation and Characterization of Carbapenem-Resistant Escherichia coli Carrying bla(NDM) and mcr-1 from Recurrent Urinary Tract Infection Patient.
The study identifies carbapenem-resistant E. coli isolates carrying bla NDM-1, bla NDM-5, mcr-1, and other resistance genes, highlighting their multidrug-resistant nature and the need for monitoring.
Isolation, Identification and Antimicrobial Resistance Analysis of Canine Oral and Intestinal Escherichia coli Resistant to Colistin.
The study identified Escherichia coli strains resistant to colistin, highlighting the presence of the mcr-1 gene associated with polymyxin resistance in canine oral and intestinal microbiota in China.
Genomic characterization of colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from intensive care unit patients in Egypt.
The study identifies mcr-1.1 as a plasmid-mediated colistin resistance gene and characterizes several chromosomal mutations in mgrB, arnT, pmrA, pmrB, pmrC, phoQ, and arnB that contribute to colistin resistance in K. pneumoniae isolates from Egypt.
Plasmid-mediated colistin resistance from fresh meat and slaughtered animals in the Czech Republic: nation-wide surveillance 2020-2021.
The study identified mcr-1 as the primary gene responsible for plasmid-mediated colistin resistance in Escherichia coli isolates from fresh meat and slaughtered animals in the Czech Republic. The mcr-1 gene was predominantly located on IncX4, IncI2, and IncHI2 plasmids.
The characteristics of mcr-bearing plasmids in clinical Salmonella enterica in Sichuan, China, 2014 to 2017.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes in clinical Salmonella enterica isolates in Sichuan, China, highlighting their association with plasmids and potential for horizontal transfer.
Regulatory fine-tuning of mcr-1 increases bacterial fitness and stabilises antibiotic resistance in agricultural settings.
Regulatory fine-tuning of mcr-1 reduces the fitness cost of colistin resistance while increasing resistance, and regulatory variants stabilize mcr-1 in agricultural settings.
Pathognomonic features of Pasteurella multocida isolates among various avian species in Sharkia Governorate, Egypt.
The study identified several AMR genes in Pasteurella multocida isolates, including ermX (erythromycin resistance), blaROB-1 (beta-lactam resistance), mcr-1 (colistin resistance), sul1 (sulfonamide resistance), dfrA1 (trimethoprim resistance), and tetH (tetracycline resistance).
Mobilome-driven partitions of the resistome in Salmonella.
The study identifies key antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) such as bla NDM, mcr, and tet(X) in Salmonella, highlighting their role in resistance to last-resort antibiotics and their association with mobile genetic elements (MGEs).
Prevalence and molecular epidemiology of mcr-mediated colistin-resistance Escherichia coli from healthy poultry in France after national plan to reduce exposure to colistin in farm.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as the sole mobile colistin resistance gene in Escherichia coli isolates from healthy poultry in France, highlighting its association with various plasmid types and multidrug resistance.
Genome analysis of third-generation cephalosporin-resistant Escherichia coli and Salmonella species recovered from healthy and diseased food-producing animals in Europe.
The study identified various beta-lactamase genes (bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CMY-2, bla SHV-12, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-55) and polymyxin resistance genes (mcr-1, mcr-3, mcr-4) in third-generation cephalosporin-resistant Escherichia coli and Salmonella species from food-producing animals in Europe.
Polymyxin B and fusidic acid, a novel potent synergistic combination against Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli isolates with polymyxin B resistance.
The study identifies the mcr-1 gene as a determinant of polymyxin B resistance in E. coli isolates, demonstrating that fusidic acid enhances the susceptibility of polymyxin B-resistant strains.
Emergence and Genomic Features of a mcr-1 Escherichia coli from Duck in Hungary.
The study reports the first detection of the mcr-1 gene in a multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli strain from a duck in Hungary, highlighting the emergence of colistin resistance in avian pathogens.
First Report and Characterization of the mcr-1 Positive Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Strain Isolated from Pigs in Croatia.
The study reports the first mcr-1 positive multidrug-resistant E. coli strain isolated from pigs in Croatia. The strain was resistant to colistin, gentamicin, ampicillin, cefepime, cefotaxime, ceftazidime, sulfamethoxazole, chloramphenicol, nalidixic acid, and ciprofloxacin. The mcr-1 gene was located on an IncX4 plasmid, along with other resistance genes such as bla TEM-1B, bla CTX-M-1, aac(3)-IId, aph(3’)-Ia, aadA5, sul2, and catA1. Mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N) and parC (A56T, S80I) were also identified, contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Carriage and within-host diversity of mcr-1.1-harbouring Escherichia coli from pregnant mothers: inter- and intra-mother transmission dynamics of mcr-1.1.
The study identified mcr-1.1 as a colistin resistance gene in Escherichia coli isolated from pregnant mothers, highlighting its potential for inter- and intra-mother transmission.
Prevalence of colistin resistance and antibacterial resistance in commensal Escherichia coli from chickens: An assessment of the impact of regulatory intervention in South Africa.
The study found no colistin-resistant Escherichia coli strains or mcr-1 gene carriers in chicken samples from South African poultry abattoirs, indicating the effectiveness of regulatory interventions in reducing colistin resistance.
Antimicrobial resistance and genomic characteristics of Salmonella from broilers in Shandong Province.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella isolates from broilers in Shandong Province, including tet(A), floR, cmlE, blaTEM, aph(4)-Ia, qnrS1, and mcr-1, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug-resistant strains.
Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles of Multidrug-Resistant Enterobacteria Isolated from Feces of Weaned Piglets.
The study identified the presence of various AMR genes, including bla TEM, bla SHV, bla CTX-M, tetA, and mcr-1, in multidrug-resistant enterobacteria isolated from weaned piglets. These genes were associated with resistance to beta-lactams, tetracycline, and colistin.
Predominance of Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria Isolated from Supermarket Retail Seafood in Japan.
The study identified multiple AMR genes, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-like, bla CTX-M-65, aac(6')-Ib, and mcr, in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from retail seafood in Japan, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug-resistant strains.
Genomic characterization of Salmonella isolated from retail chicken and humans with diarrhea in Qingdao, China.
The study identified 79 antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in Salmonella isolates from retail chicken and humans with diarrhea in Qingdao, China, including aac(6')-Iaa, bla TEM-1B, tet(A), aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib, sul2, floR, qnrS1, bla NDM-1, mcr-1.1, and mcr-9.1. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as aminoglycosides, beta-lactams, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, chloramphenicol, fluoroquinolones, carbapenems, and colistin.
Global emergence of a hypervirulent carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli ST410 clone.
The study identifies a hypervirulent carbapenem-resistant E. coli ST410 clone, B5/H24RxC, which carries the bla NDM-5 gene on a F-type plasmid and exhibits enhanced virulence and fitness compared to the B4/H24RxC clone.
Modeling the limits of detection for antimicrobial resistance genes in agri-food samples: a comparative analysis of bioinformatics tools.
The study evaluates the detection limits of antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in agri-food metagenomes using various bioinformatics tools. It identifies specific ARGs and their resistance profiles, highlighting challenges in accurate detection at low coverage levels.
Exploring Structure-Activity Relationships of Niclosamide-Based Colistin Potentiators in Colistin-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a key factor in colistin resistance in Escherichia coli, demonstrating its role in conferring resistance through phosphoethanolamine transferase activity.
Dissemination of mcr-1 and β-lactamase genes among Pseudomonas aeruginosa: molecular characterization of MDR strains in broiler chicks and dead-in-shell chicks infections.
The study identified the presence of mcr-1 and various β-lactamase genes, including bla TEM, bla SHV, bla CTX-M, and bla OXA-10, in multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates from broiler and dead-in-shell chicks in Egypt.
Convergence of plasmid-mediated Colistin and Tigecycline resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study identifies a K. pneumoniae strain co-harboring the colistin resistance gene mcr-1.1 and tigecycline resistance gene tmexCD1-toprJ1 on distinct plasmids, highlighting the co-occurrence of these resistance determinants and their potential for horizontal transfer.
Low prevalence of mcr-1 in Escherichia coli from food-producing animals and food products in China.
The study found a low prevalence of the colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in E. coli isolates from food-producing animals and food products in China, with mcr-1 located on IncI2, IncX4, and IncHI2 plasmids.
Development and validation of multiplex real-time PCR for simultaneous detection of six bacterial pathogens causing lower respiratory tract infections and antimicrobial resistance genes.
The study developed and validated multiplex real-time PCR assays for the simultaneous detection of six bacterial pathogens and 14 antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes directly from respiratory samples. The assays demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity for detecting pathogens and AMR genes, with particular emphasis on beta-lactamases, macrolide resistance, and methicillin resistance.
Antibiotic resistance and virulence profiles of Proteus mirabilis isolated from broiler chickens at abattoir in South Africa.
The study identified multiple antibiotic resistance genes in Proteus mirabilis isolates from broiler chickens, including bla CTX-M, bla TEM, qnrA, qnrD, mcr-1, catI, catII, and ampC, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing isolates.
Inter-plasmid transfer of antibiotic resistance genes accelerates antibiotic resistance in bacterial pathogens.
The study identifies numerous antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) that are transferred between plasmids, particularly beta-lactamases (bla TEM-1, bla NDM-4, bla KPC-2, bla SHV-1), aminoglycoside resistance gene aacC1, and colistin resistance gene mcr-1. These genes are shown to transfer between compatible plasmids in clinical pathogens, accelerating the spread of antibiotic resistance.
Phenotypic and genetic characterization of antimicrobial resistance in Salmonella enterica serovar Choleraesuis isolates from humans and animals in Spain from 2006 to 2021.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in Salmonella enterica serovar Choleraesuis isolates from humans and animals in Spain, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains and the role of plasmids in the dissemination of resistance mechanisms.
Genetic characterization of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli harboring colistin-resistant gene isolated from food animals in food supply chain.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes in 16 Escherichia coli strains isolated from retail meat samples, highlighting their role in colistin resistance and potential for horizontal gene transfer.
Resensitizing tigecycline- and colistin-resistant Escherichia coli using an engineered conjugative CRISPR/Cas9 system.
The study demonstrates the use of a CRISPR/Cas9 system to resensitize tigecycline- and colistin-resistant Escherichia coli by targeting the tet(X4) and mcr-1 genes, leading to plasmid loss and reduced resistance.
One Health surveillance of colistin-resistant Enterobacterales in Belgium and the Netherlands between 2017 and 2019.
The study identified plasmid-mediated mcr-1.1, mcr-2.1, mcr-2.2, mcr-5.1, mcr-9.1, and mcr-10 genes in colistin-resistant Enterobacterales, as well as chromosomal mutations in pmrB, pmrA, phoQ, and mgrB associated with colistin resistance.
Hybrid genome assembly of colistin-resistant mcr-1.5-producing Escherichia coli ST354 reveals phylogenomic pattern associated with urinary tract infections in Brazil.
The study identifies the mcr-1.5 gene in a colistin-resistant E. coli ST354 strain isolated from a urinary tract infection in Brazil, highlighting its association with the IncI2 plasmid and its phylogenomic relation to other mcr-1-positive strains.
Characterisation of colistin resistance in Gram-negative microbiota of pregnant women and neonates in Nigeria.
The study identifies mcr-1.1, mcr-9.1, and mcr-10 as the primary colistin resistance genes in Gram-negative bacteria from pregnant women and neonates in Nigeria, highlighting the presence of diverse mcr gene variants in various bacterial species.
Assessing the Microbial Quality of Shrimp (Xiphonaeus kroyeri) and Mussels (Perna perna) Illegally Sold in the Vitória Region, Brazil, and Investigating the Antimicrobial Resistance of Escherichia coli Isolates.
None of the 10 E. coli isolates carried genes associated with antibiotic resistance such as blaCTX-M-1, blaCTX-M-2, blaCTX-M-3, blaCTX-M-15, mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-3, mcr-4, and tet. Phenotypical resistance to tetracycline and fosfomycin was not observed, while only 20% demonstrated resistance to ciprofloxacin. Six isolates were resistant to β-lactams, and two to quinolones.
Horizontal transfer characterization of ColV plasmids in bla(CTX-M)-bearing avian Escherichia coli.
The study characterizes the horizontal transfer of ColV plasmids in bla(CTX-M)-bearing avian E. coli, identifying multiple resistance genes and virulence factors associated with these plasmids.
Antimicrobial resistance of avian pathogenic Escherichia coli isolated from broiler, layer, and breeder chickens.
The study identified multiple antibiotic resistance genes in avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) isolates from commercial chickens in Nepal, including blaTEM, sul1, qnrA, tetB, cat1, ereA, mcr1, and aac(3)-IV, which confer resistance to various antimicrobial agents.
Phenotypic and genotypic characterization of extended spectrum beta-lactamase producing E. coli harboring carbapenem and colistin-resistant genes from poultry farms in Egypt.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli from poultry farms in Egypt, including bla TEM-3, bla SHV-4, bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla NDM-1, and mcr-1, highlighting the public health risks associated with multidrug-resistant E. coli.
The emergence of highly resistant and hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae CC14 clone in a tertiary hospital over 8 years.
The study identifies the emergence of highly resistant and hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae ST2096 clone carrying bla OXA-48 and bla OXA-232 genes on plasmids, along with the iuc locus for hypervirulence.
A novel variant in Salmonella genomic island 1 of multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198.
The study identified a novel variant of SGI1-K in multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198, including the presence of blaTEM-1b and lnu(F) genes, along with chromosomal mutations in gyrA and parC contributing to ciprofloxacin resistance.
Klebsiella pneumoniae arms itself: poultry food chain drives spread and evolution of mcr-1.26-IncX4 plasmids.
The study reports the first detection of an mcr-1.26-IncX4 plasmid in a Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate from pre-packaged raw turkey meat in Germany, highlighting the spread and evolution of colistin resistance in the poultry food chain.
Tracking antimicrobial resistance transmission in urban and rural communities in Bangladesh: a One Health study of genomic diversity of ESBL-producing and carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli.
The study identified various beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1b, bla OXA-1, and carbapenem resistance genes like bla NDM-5, bla NDM-7, and bla NDM-1, in ESBL-producing and carbapenem-resistant E. coli isolates from Bangladesh.
ARGNet: using deep neural networks for robust identification and classification of antibiotic resistance genes from sequences.
ARGNet is a deep neural network that identifies and classifies antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) without relying on sequence alignment, demonstrating superior performance over existing models.
Sporadic clone Escherichia coli ST615 as a vector and reservoir for dissemination of crucial antimicrobial resistance genes.
The study identifies several antimicrobial resistance genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla KPC-2, bla NDM-5, bla NDM-1, aadB, and mcr-1, which were successfully acquired by the sporadic clone Escherichia coli ST615 through conjugation and transformation.
First detection and characterization of mcr-1 colistin resistant E. coli from wild rat in Bangladesh.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene in colistin-resistant E. coli isolated from wild rats in Bangladesh, highlighting the presence of this gene on a plasmid and its association with multidrug resistance.
Antimicrobial resistance and population genomics of emerging multidrug-resistant Salmonella 4,[5],12:i:- in Guangdong, China.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in Salmonella 4,[5],12:i:- isolates from Guangdong, China, including gyrA mutations, PMQR genes, and various beta-lactamase genes, contributing to multidrug resistance.
Lipid A modification of colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae does not alter innate immune response in a mouse model of pneumonia.
The mcr-1 plasmid confers colistin resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae without altering bacterial fitness or immune response in a mouse model.
Detection of Salmonella Pathogenicity Islands and Antimicrobial-Resistant Genes in Salmonella enterica Serovars Enteritidis and Typhimurium Isolated from Broiler Chickens.
The study identified several antimicrobial-resistant genes in Salmonella enterica serovars Enteritidis and Typhimurium isolated from broiler chickens, including tet(K), tet(O), tet(A), mcr-1, mcr-4, strA, strB, aadA, aadE, sulI, ampC, TEM, CTX-M, and OXA. These genes conferred resistance to tetracycline, colistin, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, and beta-lactam antibiotics.
Development and evaluation of rapid and accurate one-tube RPA-CRISPR-Cas12b-based detection of mcr-1 and tet (X4).
The study developed a one-tube RPA-CRISPR-Cas12b-based detection system for mcr-1 and tet(X4) with high sensitivity and specificity, enabling rapid and accurate identification of these resistance genes in pork and environmental samples.
Potent activity of polymyxin B is associated with long-lived super-stoichiometric accumulation mediated by weak-affinity binding to lipid A.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a gene that confers resistance to polymyxin B through covalent modification of lipid A.
Potent activity of polymyxin B is associated with long-lived super-stoichiometric accumulation mediated by weak-affinity binding to lipid A.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a gene that confers resistance to polymyxin B through covalent modification of lipid A.
Colistin-resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolated from patients with urinary tract infections.
The study identified the presence of the MCR-1 gene in a single E. coli isolate from a patient with a urinary tract infection in Jordan, indicating colistin resistance.
Genomic characterisation of Escherichia coli isolated from poultry at retail through Sink Surveillance in Dhaka, Bangladesh reveals high levels of multi-drug resistance.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli isolates from poultry in Bangladesh, including genes conferring resistance to various antibiotics such as tetracycline, ciprofloxacin, azithromycin, colistin, and others. High levels of multidrug resistance were observed, with specific genes like mcr1.1, bla CTX-M-65, and tet(A) playing significant roles.
Genomic characterisation of Escherichia coli isolated from poultry at retail through Sink Surveillance in Dhaka, Bangladesh reveals high levels of multi-drug resistance.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli isolates from poultry in Bangladesh, including genes conferring resistance to various antibiotics such as tetracycline, ciprofloxacin, azithromycin, colistin, and others. High levels of multidrug resistance were observed, with specific genes like mcr1.1, bla CTX-M-65, and tet(A) playing significant roles.
Tracing the possible evolutionary trends of Morganella morganii: insights from molecular epidemiology and phylogenetic analysis.
The study identified several antimicrobial resistance genes in Morganella morganii, including bla KPC-2, mcr-1, tet(X4), and tmexCD-toprJ. Additionally, a novel bla KPC-2-bearing plasmid was discovered, highlighting the role of mobile genetic elements in the spread of resistance.
Dissemination of clinical Escherichia coli strains harboring mcr-1, bla(NDM-7) and siderophore-producing plasmids in a Chinese hospital.
The study identifies the presence of mcr-1 and bla(NDM-7) genes in clinical Escherichia coli strains, highlighting their role in colistin and carbapenem resistance, respectively. The strains also harbor siderophore-producing plasmids, contributing to their virulence and adaptability.
Antibiotic Resistance Profile and Bio-Control of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolated from Raw Milk in Vietnam Using Bacteriophages.
The study identified multidrug-resistant E. coli strains in raw milk in Vietnam carrying bla TEM, bla CTX-M-1, and mcr-1 genes, which confer resistance to beta-lactams and colistin. Phage PEM3 effectively reduced the viable counts of these multidrug-resistant strains.
Molecular characterization and epidemiological investigation of colistin resistance in carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in a tertiary care hospital in Tehran, Iran.
The study identified mcr-1 as a cause of colistin resistance in CRKP isolates and characterized multiple carbapenemase genes, including bla OXA−48, bla KPC, bla VIM, bla IMP, and bla NDM.
Prevalence, Molecular Characterization, and Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles of Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated from Raw Beef, Pork, and Chicken Meat in Vietnam.
The study identified blaCTX-M-55 and mcr-1 genes in STEC isolates from raw meat in Vietnam, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains with resistance to cephalosporins and colistin.
Research Note: Synergistic effect of isopropoxy benzene guanidine and colistin against mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli in vitro and in duck intestine infection models.
The study demonstrates that the combination of isopropoxy benzene guanidine (IBG) and colistin shows a synergistic effect against mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli, effectively reducing bacterial load in vitro and in a duck intestinal infection model.
Characterization of a colistin resistant, hypervirulent hospital isolate of Acinetobacter courvalinii from Canada.
The study identifies an intrinsic phosphoethanolamine transferase (mcr-like gene) and a UDP-glucose dehydrogenase gene as potential contributors to colistin resistance in the Acinetobacter courvalinii isolate AB222-IK40.
Multi-drug resistant (MDR) Gram-negative pathogenic bacteria isolated from poultry in the Noakhali region of Bangladesh.
The study identified multiple AMR genes, including blaTEM, blaSHV, tetA, tetB, sul1, sul2, and mcr-1, in various multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria isolated from poultry in Bangladesh. These genes conferred resistance to a wide range of antibiotics, highlighting the significant public health concerns associated with AMR in poultry.
The Occurrence of Colistin Resistance in Potential Lactic Acid Bacteria of Food-Producing Animals in India.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes in colistin-resistant lactic acid bacteria from food-producing animals in India, highlighting the need for enhanced surveillance of colistin resistance.
Genomic characterization of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales from Dhaka food markets unveils the spread of high-risk antimicrobial-resistant clones and plasmids co-carrying bla (NDM) and mcr-1.1.
The study identifies the presence of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales in Dhaka food markets, highlighting the spread of high-risk clones and plasmids carrying bla NDM and mcr-1.1 genes, which confer resistance to carbapenems and colistin, respectively.
First report of detection of mcr-1 and virulence genes in avian pathogenic Escherichia coli in the center of Algeria.
The study reports the first detection of the mcr-1 gene in avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) in the center of Algeria, highlighting its association with colistin resistance. The mcr-1 gene was found in 96.3% of colistin-resistant isolates.
Bacterial Genomics for National Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance in Cambodia.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in bacterial isolates from Cambodia, including extended-spectrum beta-lactamase genes (blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-27, blaCTX-M-55), carbapenemase genes (blaOXA-23, blaNDM-1, blaOXA-58, blaOXA-66), and colistin resistance genes (mcr-1, mcr-3, mcr-7, mcr-9). Additionally, mutations in gyrA (S83F) and parC (S84L) were found to confer fluoroquinolone resistance in Salmonella enterica serovars Paratyphi A and Typhi.
Whole genome analysis of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolate collected from drinking water in Armenia revealed the plasmid-borne mcr-1.1-mediated colistin resistance.
The study identified the plasmid-borne mcr-1.1 gene in a multidrug-resistant E. coli isolate from drinking water in Armenia, which confers colistin resistance.
Research note: characteristics of bla(NDM) and mcr-1 co-producing Escherichia coli from retail chicken meat.
The study identified E. coli isolates from retail chicken meat co-harboring the carbapenem resistance gene bla(NDM) and the colistin resistance gene mcr-1. The bla(NDM) genes were found on diverse plasmids, including a novel IncFIA/IncFIB hybrid plasmid, while mcr-1 was located on IncI2 plasmids. These plasmids showed high similarity to those from human and animal sources, highlighting the risk of AMR gene dissemination through the food chain.
A Health Threat from Farm to Fork: Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli Co-Harboring bla(NDM-1) and mcr-1 in Various Sources of the Food Supply Chain.
The study identified the presence of bla(NDM-1) and mcr-1 genes in non-O157 Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) isolates from various food sources, highlighting the spread of multidrug-resistant strains in the food supply chain.
Phylogenetics and Mobilization of Genomic Traits of Cephalosporin-Resistant Escherichia coli Originated from Retail Meat.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in cephalosporin-resistant E. coli from retail meat, including bla CTX-M-1, bla SHV-12, bla CMY-2, and others, highlighting the role of mobile genetic elements in the spread of resistance.
Escherichia coli ST117: exploring the zoonotic hypothesis.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli ST117 isolates from Brazilian poultry outbreaks, including bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-8, bla TEM-1, mcr-1.1, and fosA3, which confer resistance to cephalosporins, penicillins, colistin, and fosfomycin.
Engineering probiotic Escherichia coli Nissle 1917 to block transfer of multiple antibiotic resistance genes by exploiting a type I CRISPR-Cas system.
The study demonstrates that the type I-E CRISPR-Cas3 system can be used to block the transfer of multiple antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in Escherichia coli Nissle 1917 (EcN).
Molecular Epidemiology of mcr-1-Positive Polymyxin B-Resistant Escherichia coli Producing Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase (ESBL) in a Tertiary Hospital in Shandong, China.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a key factor in polymyxin B resistance among ESBL-producing E. coli strains in Shandong, China. The gene was found to be horizontally transferable via plasmids, contributing to the spread of resistance.
Evaluation and Molecular Characterization of Colistin-Resistant Isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae from the Infected Wounds of Hospitalized Patients.
The study identified the mcr-1 gene as a contributor to colistin resistance in Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from hospitalized patients.
Evolution and maintenance of a large multidrug-resistant plasmid in a Salmonella enterica Typhimurium host under differing antibiotic selection pressures.
The study characterizes the evolution of a large multidrug-resistant plasmid (pJXP9) in Salmonella enterica Typhimurium under varying antibiotic selection pressures, identifying several AMR genes and mutations that contribute to resistance and plasmid maintenance.
Myroides species, pathogenic spectrum and clinical microbiology sight in Mexican isolates.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Myroides spp. isolates, including beta-lactamases (blaIMP-27, blaIMP-35, blaGOB-16, blaMUS-1, blaOXA-229, blaOXA-351, blaOXA-97), erythromycin esterase (ereB), and polymyxin resistance genes (mcr-3.6, mcr-3.7, mcr-3.10), indicating a high level of multidrug resistance.
Colistin-niclosamide effervescent dry suspension combats colistin-resistant Salmonella in vitro and in vivo.
The study demonstrates that the CNEDS formulation restores colistin susceptibility in colistin-resistant Salmonella, particularly those harboring the mcr-1 gene, through synergistic action of colistin and niclosamide.
Sequence variation in the active site of mobile colistin resistance proteins is evolutionarily accommodated through inter-domain interactions.
Genomic epidemiology and phenotypic characterisation of Salmonella enterica serovar Panama in Victoria, Australia.
The study identifies the first plasmid-mediated colistin-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Panama in Australia, highlighting the emergence of multidrug resistance in this invasive non-typhoidal Salmonella serovar.
Genomic epidemiology and phenotypic characterisation of Salmonella enterica serovar Panama in Victoria, Australia.
The study identifies the first plasmid-mediated colistin-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Panama in Australia, highlighting the emergence of multidrug resistance in this invasive non-typhoidal Salmonella serovar.
High carriage and possible hidden spread of multidrug-resistant Salmonella among asymptomatic workers in Yulin, China.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including qnrS, oqxA, aac(6')-Ib-cr, blaTEM, blaCTX-M, blaOXA, mcr-1, and mcr-9, in Salmonella isolates from asymptomatic workers in Yulin, China, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains.
Site-selective modifications by lipid A phosphoethanolamine transferases linked to colistin resistance and bacterial fitness.
The study characterizes the functional diversity of lipid A phosphoethanolamine transferases (PETs) including mcr-1, mcr-3, mcr-9, eptA, petB, and petC, demonstrating their roles in colistin resistance and bacterial fitness in Escherichia coli.
The association between the genetic structures of commonly incompatible plasmids in Gram-negative bacteria, their distribution and the resistance genes.
The study characterizes various resistance genes carried by incompatible plasmids in Gram-negative bacteria, highlighting their role in the spread of antibiotic resistance. Key genes include beta-lactamases like bla VIM-1, bla SHV-12, bla TEM-1B, and bla CTX-M-15, as well as sulfonamide resistance genes sul1 and sul2, tetracycline resistance gene tetA, and polymyxin resistance gene mcr-1.
Prevalence, detection of virulence genes and antimicrobial susceptibility of Escherichia coli isolated from arbor acres broilers feeding cycle in China.
The study identified several antibiotic resistance genes in E. coli isolates from broiler chickens, including floR, qnrS, mcr-1, aadE-Sat4-aphA-3, blaNDM, and aac(6')-lb. These genes were associated with resistance to various antibiotics such as florfenicol, ciprofloxacin, colistin, kanamycin, gentamicin, ampicillin, ceftiofur, and meropenem.
A bacterial methyltransferase that initiates biotin synthesis, an attractive anti-ESKAPE druggable pathway.
The study identifies and characterizes two BioC isoenzymes, AbBioC from Acinetobacter baumannii and KpBioC from Klebsiella pneumoniae, which function as malonyl-ACP methyltransferases in the initial step of biotin synthesis. These enzymes are crucial for biotin synthesis and play a role in colistin resistance in A. baumannii.
Harnessing CRISPR interference to resensitize laboratory strains and clinical isolates to last resort antibiotics.
The study demonstrates that CRISPR interference (CRISPRi) can re-sensitize laboratory strains and clinical isolates to last-resort antibiotics by repressing the expression of specific antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs).
National Multicenter Study on the Prevalence of Carbapenemase-Producing Enterobacteriaceae in the Post-COVID-19 Era in Argentina: The RECAPT-AR Study.
The study identified bla NDM, bla KPC, and bla OXA-163 as the main carbapenemase genes in Enterobacterales isolates from Argentina, with NDM and KPC being the most prevalent.
Phenotypic and Genomic Characterization of ESBL- and AmpC-β-Lactamase-Producing Enterobacterales Isolates from Imported Healthy Reptiles.
The study identified multiple ESBL and AmpC β-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-3, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-65, bla SHV-12, bla SHV-42, bla DHA-1, bla CMY-2, bla CMY-3, bla CMY-46, bla CMY-101, bla ACT-16, bla CMH-like, and bla MIR-9, along with other AMR genes such as mcr-1, qnrS1, aac(6')-Ib-cr5, and various tetracycline, aminoglycoside, sulfonamide, chloramphenicol, macrolide, lincosamide, and rifampicin resistance genes in Enterobacterales isolates from imported healthy reptiles.
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.
ESKAPE pathogens rapidly develop resistance against antibiotics in development in vitro.
The study identifies that ESKAPE pathogens rapidly develop resistance against antibiotics in development in vitro, with resistance mutations already present in natural populations and mobile resistance genes prevalent in clinical isolates, soil, and human gut microbiomes.
Assessment of antibiotic resistance and virulence in Escherichia coli strains isolated from poultry in Spain.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-2 genes as the primary mechanisms of colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from poultry in Spain. These genes were detected in 4.6% of isolates with phenotypic resistance and 1.3% with genotypic resistance.
Evaluation of the resistome and gut microbiome composition of hospitalized patients in a health unit of southern Brazil coming from a high animal husbandry production region.
The study identified a high prevalence of aminoglycoside and tetracycline resistance genes, including aph(3')-IIIa, ermB, mcr-1, qnrB19, and tetQ, in hospitalized patients from a high animal husbandry region. Unique resistance genes and mutations, such as dfrF and gyrB, were noted at discharge.
High frequency of chromosomal polymyxin resistance in Escherichia coli isolated from dairy farm animals and genomic analysis of mcr-1-positive strain.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a significant contributor to polymyxin resistance in E. coli isolated from dairy farm animals, alongside chromosomal mutations in arnA, pmrC, pmrE, and pmrF genes.
Genomic Insights into Colistin and Tigecycline Resistance in ESBL-Producing Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae Harboring bla(KPC) Genes in Ecuador.
The study identified the mcr-1.1 gene as a plasmid-borne polymyxin resistance gene in E. coli and mutations in marA, acrA, mgrB, arnB, eptA, pmrB, pmrJ, phoQ, and ramR associated with colistin and tigecycline resistance in E. coli and K. pneumoniae.
Genomic diversity of mcr-carrying plasmids and the role of type IV secretion systems in IncI2 plasmids conjugation.
The study identifies mcr-1, mcr-3, and mcr-9 as key genes responsible for colistin resistance in pMCRs, highlighting their prevalence and co-carriage with other resistance genes. T4SS P3 plays a critical role in the conjugative transfer of these plasmids.
Epidemic trend of Salmonella from swines and broilers in China from 2014 to 2023 and genetic evolution analysis of ESBLs-producing strains.
The study identified several AMR genes in ESBL-producing Salmonella strains from swines and broilers in China, including blaCTX-M-14, blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-65, aac(6')-Iaa, floR, sul2, tet(B), arr-2, fosA3, dfrA12, mph(A), lnu(F), blaCTX-M-55, blaOXA-1, sul1, tet(A), catB3, qnrS1, and mcr-1.1. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, rifampicin, fosfomycin, trimethoprim, macrolides, lincomycin, quinolones, and colistin.
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.
Fecal carriage and molecular characterization of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae from hospitalized children in a tertiary hospital of Shandong, China.
The study identified bla NDM-1, bla NDM-5, and bla OXA-1 as the most prevalent carbapenemase genes in CRE isolates from hospitalized children in Shandong, China. Additional resistance genes such as bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-15, sul 1, tet A, and mcr-1.26 were also characterized.
Fecal carriage and molecular characterization of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae from hospitalized children in a tertiary hospital of Shandong, China.
The study identified bla NDM-1, bla NDM-5, and bla OXA-1 as the most prevalent carbapenemase genes in CRE isolates from hospitalized children in Shandong, China. Additional resistance genes such as bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-15, sul 1, tet A, and mcr-1.26 were also characterized.
The emergence of highly resistant and hypervirulent Escherichia coli ST405 clone in a tertiary hospital over 8 years.
The study identifies the ST405 clone of Escherichia coli as highly resistant and hypervirulent, with unique resistance genes mph(E) and msr(E) contributing to macrolide resistance.
Emergence of plasmid-mediated fosfomycin resistance among Escherichia coli harboring fosA4, tet(X4), and mcr-1 genes in wild birds.
The study identifies the co-existence of fosA4, mcr-1, and tet(X4) genes in Escherichia coli isolates from wild birds in Pakistan, indicating the potential for horizontal gene transfer and the spread of multidrug-resistant plasmids.
Genomic insights into extended-spectrum β-lactamase- and plasmid-borne AmpC-producing Escherichia coli transmission between humans and livestock in rural Cambodia.
The study identifies a wide range of AMR genes, including bla CTX-M, bla TEM, tet(A), sul2, aph(3'')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS1, lnu(F), mph(A), and mcr-1.1, in ESC-Ec strains from humans and livestock in rural Cambodia, highlighting the transmission of these genes between hosts.
Isolation and Characterization of Campylobacter and Salmonella Species from Water Sources in Uttarakhand, India: Assessing Colistin Resistance in the Isolates.
The study identified mcr-1, mcr-2, and mcr-3 genes in Salmonella isolates, indicating colistin resistance. Campylobacter isolates did not show mcr genes but exhibited colistin resistance through other mechanisms.
Inosine monophosphate overcomes the coexisting resistance of mcr-1 and bla(NDM-1) in Escherichia coli.
The study shows that inosine monophosphate (IMP) effectively combats the resistance conferred by mcr-1 and bla(NDM-1) in Escherichia coli, demonstrating potent bactericidal activity and a low risk of resistance development.
Dynamics of Antimicrobial Susceptibility and Risk Factors Associated with Infections Caused by Colistin-Resistant Bacteria: A Study from the Northern Region of Haryana, India.
The study identified mcr-1 to mcr-5 genes as potential contributors to colistin resistance in Gram-negative bacteria, although none of the colistin-resistant isolates harbored these genes. The study highlights the importance of monitoring colistin resistance and identifying risk factors associated with its development.
Evaluation of the multiplex PCR combined with capillary electrophoresis technique for detecting pathogenic bacteria and antibiotic resistance genes in bone infections.
The study evaluated the performance of mPCR-CE for detecting pathogens and antibiotic resistance genes in bone infections, highlighting the effectiveness of the method in identifying multidrug-resistant organisms such as MRSA, ESBL-producing bacteria, and carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae.
Genomic insights and epidemiology of mcr-1-Carrying Escherichia albertii isolated from agricultural soil in China.
The study identifies an Escherichia albertii strain (6S-65-1) carrying the mcr-1 gene, which confers resistance to polymyxins. Additional resistance genes such as aph(3')-Ia, aadA1, aadA2b, cmlA1, sul3, tet(A), and bleO were also found, contributing to multidrug resistance.
Genomic analyses reveal presence of extensively drug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovars isolated from clinical samples in Guizhou province, China, 2019-2023.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in XDR Salmonella isolates from Guizhou, China, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-55, qnrS1, oqxA, aac(6')-Ib-cr, tetA, mcr-1.1, and bla NDM-1, as well as mutations in gyrA and parC associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genomic characterization of plasmids of mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli isolated from cohabiting rats, dairy cattle and pigs.
The study identified mcr-1.1 and mcr-1.5 variants in E. coli isolates from cohabiting rats and pigs, highlighting the potential for horizontal plasmid transfer and the spread of colistin resistance.
Genomic characterization of plasmids of mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli isolated from cohabiting rats, dairy cattle and pigs.
The study identified mcr-1.1 and mcr-1.5 variants in E. coli isolates from cohabiting rats and pigs, highlighting the potential for horizontal plasmid transfer and the spread of colistin resistance.
Inhibitory effects of benzyl isothiocyanate on widespread mcr-1-harbouring IncX4 plasmid transfer.
The study characterizes the presence of mcr-1.1, mcr-3.5, blaCTX-M-55, and tet(X4) genes in clinical isolates of Enterobacterales from Thailand, highlighting their role in multidrug resistance and the potential for horizontal gene transfer.
Extended spectrum beta-lactamase producing Escherichia coli and antimicrobial resistance gene sharing at the interface of human, poultry and environment: results of ESBL tricycle surveillance in Kathmandu, Nepal.
The study identified various extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-14, bla CMY-148, bla CMY-2, bla CMY-4, bla DHA-1, bla OXA-1, bla OXA-9, bla NDM-5, bla TEM-1, bla TEM-135, bla TEM-176, bla TEM-190, and the polymyxin resistance gene mcr-1 in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from human, poultry, and environmental sources in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Genome-based assessment of antimicrobial resistance of Escherichia coli recovered from diseased swine in eastern China for a 12-year period.
The study identified the emergence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance genes mcr-1 and mcr-3 in animals and humans in China, highlighting the significance of these genes in the spread of colistin resistance. Additionally, the tet(X4) gene was detected, indicating tetracycline resistance.
Colistin exerts potent activity against mcr+ Enterobacteriaceae via synergistic interactions with the host defense.
The study shows that colistin retains potent bactericidal activity against mcr-1+ Enterobacteriaceae in physiological media and in the presence of human serum, challenging the conventional antimicrobial susceptibility testing results.
Persistence of Colistin Resistance and mcr-1.1-Positive E. coli in Poultry Despite Colistin Ban in Japan.
The study identified mcr-1.1-positive colistin-resistant E. coli strains in Japanese broilers despite the colistin ban, highlighting the persistence of colistin resistance in poultry.
Genome-Based Molecular Diversity of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli From Pigeons in China.
The study identifies multiple extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including bla CTX-M, bla TEM, bla OXA, bla LAP, and bla CMY, as well as other antibiotic resistance genes such as mcr-1, mcr-1.1, tet(X4), aadA1, aadA2, aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-IIa, aac(3)-IVa, aph(4)-Ia, tet(A), tet(M), sul2, sul3, dfrA14, qnrS1, arr-2, fosA3, cmlA5, floR, mph(A), and lnu(F) in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from pigeons in China.
Genome-Based Molecular Diversity of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli From Pigeons in China.
The study identifies multiple extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) genes, including bla CTX-M, bla TEM, bla OXA, bla LAP, and bla CMY, as well as other antibiotic resistance genes such as mcr-1, mcr-1.1, tet(X4), aadA1, aadA2, aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-IIa, aac(3)-IVa, aph(4)-Ia, tet(A), tet(M), sul2, sul3, dfrA14, qnrS1, arr-2, fosA3, cmlA5, floR, mph(A), and lnu(F) in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from pigeons in China.
Identification and Genomic Analyses of a Multidrug Resistant Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli Coharboring mcr-1, bla (TEM-176) and bla (CTX-M-14) Genes.
The study identified a multidrug-resistant APEC isolate carrying mcr-1, bla(CTX-M-14), and bla(TEM-176) genes, which conferred resistance to polymyxin B and third-generation cephalosporins.
Plasmid-Mediated Co-Occurrence of mcr-1.1 in Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase (ESBL)-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated From the Indigenous Seminomadic Community in Malaysia.
The study identifies the presence of mcr-1.1, bla TEM, bla CTX-M−15, bla CTX-M−55, and other resistance genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from the Jehai community in Malaysia, highlighting the co-occurrence of multiple antibiotic resistance mechanisms.
Simultaneous detection of pathogens and antimicrobial resistance genes with the open source, cloud-based, CZ ID platform.
The study highlights the integration of pathogen detection and AMR profiling using the CZ ID platform, demonstrating the ability to detect various AMR genes such as bla, aac(6')-Ic, mecA, mcr, blaCTX-M, blaNDM, blaKPC, and ampC in clinical and environmental samples.
Shelter dogs as reservoirs of international clones of Escherichia coli carrying mcr-1.1 and bla(CTX-M) resistance genes in Lima, Peru.
The study identifies mcr-1.1 and bla CTX-M resistance genes in E. coli isolates from shelter dogs in Lima, Peru, highlighting their role as reservoirs of multidrug-resistant bacteria.
Penfluridol synergizes with colistin to reverse colistin resistance in Gram-negative bacilli.
Penfluridol synergizes with colistin to reverse colistin resistance in Gram-negative bacilli, demonstrating significant reduction in colistin MICs and enhancement of membrane permeability.
Emergence of an XDR Klebsiella pneumoniae ST5491 strain co-harboring NDM-5, MCR-1.1, tmexCD1-toprJ1, and a novel plasmid carrying CTX-M-15.
The study identifies a novel XDR Klebsiella pneumoniae strain, KP09, co-harboring multiple resistance genes including tmexCD1-toprJ1, bla CTX-M-15, bla NDM-5, and mcr-1.1. The strain exhibits resistance to a wide range of antibiotics, with only susceptibility to cefiderocol. The research highlights the role of plasmids in the dissemination of resistance genes and the emergence of a new sequence type, ST5491.
IncI2 plasmid transfer and changes of intestinal microbiota in mice under β-lactam antibiotic pressure.
The study identified that the mcr-1 gene, carried on the IncI2 plasmid, confers resistance to colistin and its transfer is enhanced by sub-MIC levels of β-lactam antibiotics such as amoxicillin/clavulanate and cephalexin.
One Health study of mobile colistin resistance (mcr) in Salmonella enterica in Canada, 2017-2022.
The study identified mcr-1.1, mcr-3.1, mcr-3.2, and mcr-1.2 alleles in human-derived Salmonella isolates that confer colistin resistance. These variants were not detected in animal or food-source isolates.
One Health study of mobile colistin resistance (mcr) in Salmonella enterica in Canada, 2017-2022.
The study identified mcr-1.1, mcr-3.1, mcr-3.2, and mcr-1.2 alleles in human-derived Salmonella isolates that confer colistin resistance. These variants were not detected in animal or food-source isolates.
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.
Coexistence of bla(NDM-1,) mcr-1 and bla(CTX-M-199) in an ST499 multidrug resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae iIsolate.
The study reports the coexistence of bla(NDM-1), mcr-1, and bla(CTX-M-199) in a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate, highlighting the complex resistance mechanisms and the potential for increased treatment challenges.
Whole genome analysis reveals the distribution and diversity of plasmid reservoirs of NDM and MCR in commercial chicken farms in China.
The study identifies the widespread presence of bla NDM-5 and mcr genes in multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria isolated from commercial chicken farms in China, highlighting the role of plasmids in the dissemination of these resistance determinants.
Detection assay of polymyxin resistance coding mcr-1 gene based on CRISPR/Cas13a system.
The study developed a CRISPR-ERASE assay for the rapid detection of the mcr-1 gene, which confers resistance to colistin. The assay demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity, with a detection limit of 100 copies/mL and no cross-reactivity with non-mcr-1 strains.
Evaluation of Six Commercial and Noncommercial Colistin Resistance Diagnostics.
The study evaluated six colistin resistance diagnostic tests and identified mcr-1 as a gene associated with colistin resistance in Escherichia coli.
Acquired antibiotic resistance of Pseudomonas spp., Escherichia coli and Acinetobacter spp. in the Western Balkans and Hungary with a One Health outlook.
The study identifies various acquired antibiotic resistance genes in Pseudomonas spp., Escherichia coli, and Acinetobacter spp. in the Western Balkans and Hungary, including beta-lactamases like bla VIM-2-like, bla NDM-1, bla OXA-23, and bla OXA-66, aminoglycoside resistance genes such as aacA4, aadA2, and aphA, sulfonamide resistance gene sul1, and others. These genes confer resistance to multiple antibiotics, highlighting the complexity of antimicrobial resistance in the region.
Heterogeneous efflux pump expression underpins phenotypic resistance to antimicrobial peptides.
The study identifies that low accumulators of tachyplesin exhibit enhanced efflux activity, mediated by the AcrAB-TolC efflux pump and regulated by quorum sensing genes qseB and qseC. Deletion of these genes reduces efflux and increases tachyplesin accumulation, demonstrating their role in phenotypic resistance.
High prevalence of bla(CTX-M-55)-carrying Escherichia coli in both ceftiofur-use and non-use pig farms.
The study identifies bla CTX-M-55 as the primary ESBL/AmpC β-lactamase gene responsible for ceftiofur resistance in E. coli from pigs and their farm environment in South Korea. Other genes like bla CMY-2, bla DHA-1, and mcr-1 were also found to contribute to resistance.
Dynamic Behavior and Substrate Interactions of the Polymyxin Resistance Determinant MCR-1 Investigated by Molecular Dynamics Simulations in the Membrane Environment.
The study characterizes the MCR-1 phosphoethanolamine transferase, demonstrating its role in colistin resistance through molecular dynamics simulations and experimental validation.
An Evaluation of Alternative Treatment Strategies in Mitigating Colistin Resistance: Targeting Plasmid Transfer Through the Use of Bambermycin or the Protein Coded by the Mcr-1 Gene With Antibodies and Streptomycin.
The study investigated the effectiveness of bambermycin and streptomycin in mitigating colistin resistance by targeting the mcr-1 gene, which confers resistance to colistin. The results showed that bambermycin had no significant effect on the transfer of the mcr-1 gene, while the combination of bambermycin and colistin showed synergistic effects.
Exploring Virulence Characteristics of Clinical Escherichia coli Isolates from Greece.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes (bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-27, bla NDM-1, bla KPC-2) and the colistin resistance gene mcr1.1 in E. coli isolates, highlighting the presence of multidrug resistance.
Population Structure, Genomic Features, and Antibiotic Resistance of Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli in Shandong Province and Adjacent Regions, China (2008-2023).
The study identified multiple antibiotic resistance genes and mutations in Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) isolates from Shandong Province and adjacent regions in China, highlighting the high prevalence of multidrug resistance and the presence of specific resistance mechanisms such as beta-lactamases, tetracycline resistance genes, and fluoroquinolone resistance mutations.
Drug-resistant Escherichia coli metabolomics via pseudo-targeted SWATH/IDA-MRM: Bridging high coverage and precision.
The study characterizes the metabolic reprogramming in antibiotic-resistant E. coli strains carrying the resistance genes mcr-1, bla NDM-1, and bla NDM-5, highlighting their impact on metabolic pathways and resistance mechanisms.
Uncovering hidden threats: prevalence, antibiotic resistance and virulence gene profiles of Escherichia coli strains isolated from Testudines and their aquatic habitats.
The study identified various antibiotic resistance genes in E. coli isolates from Testudines and their aquatic habitats, including mcr-1, mcr-2, mcr-4, bla TEM, bla SHV, qnrA, qnrD, eaeA, virF, stx1, and stx2. These genes confer resistance to colistin, cephalothin, ampicillin, ciprofloxacin, and nalidixic acid, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant E. coli in wild reptiles and their environments.
Ecological connectivity of genomic markers of antimicrobial resistance in Escherichia coli in Hong Kong.
The study identifies various antimicrobial resistance genes in E. coli isolates from Hong Kong, including blaTEM-1, floR, tet(A), aph(3')-Ia, blaNDM, tet(X4), and mcr, which confer resistance to multiple antibiotics.
Investigation into the occurrence and molecular characteristics of Salmonella from food animals in Shandong, China.
The study identified several AMR genes in Salmonella isolates from food animals in Shandong, China, including blaTEM, blaCTX-M, qnrS, oqxA, oqxB, aph(3')-II, aac(6')-Ib-cr, rmtB, mcr-1, and mphA, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as ampicillin, cefotaxime, ciprofloxacin, gentamicin, amikacin, colistin, and azithromycin.
Plasmid-driven clonal expansion of multidrug-resistant monophasic Salmonella Typhimurium in a Global Food Trade Hub.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant Salmonella 1,4,[5],12:i:-, including aac(6')-Iaa, tet(B), blaTEM-1B, blaOXA-1, qnrS1, mcr-1.1, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-55, blaNDM-5, and sul2, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics.
In-silico Analysis of a Novel MCR-1.1 Variant on an IncX4 Plasmid Attenuating Colistin Resistance in Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli ST131.
A novel mcr-1.1 variant on an IncX4 plasmid in E. coli ST131 exhibits reduced colistin resistance due to a F265L substitution in the MCR-1.1 enzyme, which impairs lipid A modification.
Metabolism-dependent succinylation governs resource allocation for antibiotic resistance.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a gene that confers colistin resistance by modifying lipopolysaccharide. It also reveals that succinylation of specific proteins like CpxR and PdhR up-regulates LPS biosynthesis, which helps in restoring colistin susceptibility when succinate is added.
Molecular characterization of colistin resistance in carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae from a tertiary hospital in China.
The study identified mgrB inactivation as the primary mechanism of colistin resistance in carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CRKP) isolates, with mcr-1.1 and mcr-8.2 genes also contributing to resistance. Mutations in pmrB, pmrA, and phoQ were also associated with colistin resistance.
High-throughput screening of monoclonal antibodies against carbapenemases using a multiplex protein microarray platform.
The study identifies and characterizes monoclonal antibodies targeting various carbapenemases (bla KPC, bla NDM, bla IMP-1, bla VIM, bla OXA-23, bla OXA-48, bla OXA-58) and the mcr-1 gene, which confers resistance to colistin. These antibodies show high specificity and sensitivity in detecting resistance determinants using a protein microarray platform.
Antimicrobial Resistance of Salmonella and Characterization of Two Mcr-1-Harboring Isolates from Pork Products in Guangdong, China.
Two mcr-1-harboring Salmonella Kentucky ST198 isolates were identified, showing resistance to multiple antibiotics including colistin, tetracycline, and fluoroquinolones. The study highlights the presence of complex resistance determinants such as the multidrug resistance region (MRR) and SGI1-KI.
Fitness costs of mobilised colistin resistance gene 3 (mcr-3): systematic review, epidemiological study, and functional analysis.
The study identifies mcr-3 as a gene that confers colistin resistance in E. coli, highlighting its increasing global prevalence and the impact of codon bias on its fitness cost.
Research note: Emergence of bla(NDM-13) producing Escherichia coli from a broiler chicken and farm environment in Jiangsu Province, China.
The study identified blaNDM-13-producing E. coli strains in a chicken farm in Jiangsu Province, China, which exhibit multidrug resistance, including resistance to carbapenems, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and florfenicol. The study also characterizes the plasmids carrying blaNDM-13 and confirms their ability to transfer between bacteria.
Phenotypic and Molecular Study of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolates Expressing Diverse Resistance and Virulence Genes from Broilers in Tunisia.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from broilers in Tunisia, including bla CTX-M-G1, bla TEM, bla SHV, bla OXA-48, bla IMP, mcr-1, aadA-1, aadA-5, aac(6)-Ib-cr, qnrS, and qnrB.
Antibiogram and Detection of Resistant Genes in Escherichia coli Isolated From Meat and Meat Products of Kathmandu, Nepal.
The study identified ESBL genes bla CTX and bla TEM-52, and colistin resistance gene mcr-1 in E. coli isolates from meat and meat products in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Antimicrobial resistance of Enterobacteriaceae in rabbit farms: an underestimated reservoir harboring mcr-1.1.
The study identifies the mcr-1.1 gene as a significant contributor to colistin resistance in Enterobacteriaceae isolated from rabbit farms, highlighting the potential for horizontal gene transfer and the need for increased surveillance in agricultural settings.
Antibiotic resistance and β-lactam resistant genes among bacterial isolates from clinical, river water and poultry samples from Kathmandu, Nepal.
The study identified blaTEM, mcr-1, blaNDM-1, and mecA genes in various bacterial isolates from clinical, poultry, and water samples in Kathmandu, Nepal, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant bacteria and resistance genes across different sources.
ROCker models for reliable detection and typing of short-read sequences carrying mcr, erm, mph, and lnu antibiotic resistance genes.
The study presents ROCker models for the reliable detection and typing of short-read sequences carrying mcr, erm, mph, and lnu antibiotic resistance genes. These models demonstrate improved performance in detecting these genes compared to traditional methods.
Understanding Recent Developments in Colistin Resistance: Mechanisms, Clinical Implications, and Future Perspectives.
The paper discusses the emergence and spread of plasmid-mediated MCR genes (MCR-1 to MCR-10) that confer colistin resistance in Gram-negative bacteria, emphasizing their role in reducing the efficacy of colistin as a last-resort antibiotic.
Co-Occurrence and Molecular Characterization of ESBL-Producing and Colistin-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolates from Retail Raw Meat.
The study identified blaCTX-M-1 as the predominant ESBL gene in E. coli isolates from retail meat, alongside blaTEM and mcr-1, with mcr-2 detected in one isolate. Colistin resistance was primarily associated with mcr-1, and co-occurrence of resistance genes was observed in poultry and lamb meat.
The Prevalence Rates of Colistin Resistance Among Third-Generation Cephalosporin-Resistant E. coli Isolates From Thai Patients.
The study identified mcr-1 and mcr-3 genes in colistin-resistant E. coli isolates from Thai patients, highlighting the prevalence of plasmid-mediated colistin resistance.
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.
Analysis of avian pathogenic Escherichia Coli (APEC) and its antimicrobial resistance risk characteristics and critical control points in laying hens.
The study identified several AMR genes in APEC isolates, including tet(A), floR, sul2, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, bla TEM-1B, qnrS1, bla CTX-M-55, dfrA14, and mph(A), which contribute to resistance against tetracyclines, florfenicol, sulfonamides, aminoglycosides, beta-lactams, fluoroquinolones, and macrolides.
Genomic evolution and stability of the mcr-1-harboring IncI2 plasmid in the presence and absence of colistin.
The mcr-1 gene on the IncI2 plasmid pBD110 shows remarkable stability under various colistin concentrations, with increased plasmid abundance under strong selective pressure and structural changes in the shufflon region affecting conjugation efficiency.
Multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae and Klebsiella oxytoca isolated from backyard broiler chickens and their contacts with antimicrobial resistance genes of Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Klebsiella pneumoniae and Klebsiella oxytoca isolates from backyard broiler chickens and human contacts, including ermB, blaTEM, blaCTX-M1, sul1, tetA, gyrA, blaOXA-48, and mcr-1, indicating widespread multidrug resistance.
Geographics and bacterial networks differently shape the acquired and latent global sewage resistomes.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including aph(6)-id_2, mef(c), mef(b), mph(e), mph(g), msr(d), lnu(b), lnu(d), aadA, ant(6)-Ia, blaCTX-M, blaTEM, blaSHV, blaOXA, qnrS1, mcr-1, and vanA, which are associated with resistance to various antibiotics such as aminoglycosides, macrolides, lincosamides, beta-lactams, fluoroquinolones, polymyxins, and glycopeptides.
Isolation and characterization of Salmonella enterica serovars from poultry in Egypt: a comprehensive genetic analysis of ESBLs, MCR, integron and other resistance genes.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella enterica isolates from poultry in Egypt, including bla TEM, bla SHV, bla CTX-M, bla OXA-10, bla CMY-2, mcr-1, and intI 1. These genes were associated with resistance to various antibiotics, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains.
Isolation and characterization of Salmonella enterica serovars from poultry in Egypt: a comprehensive genetic analysis of ESBLs, MCR, integron and other resistance genes.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella enterica isolates from poultry in Egypt, including bla TEM, bla SHV, bla CTX-M, bla OXA-10, bla CMY-2, mcr-1, and intI 1. These genes were associated with resistance to various antibiotics, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains.
Monitoring of Antimicrobial Resistance Genes and Susceptibility Profiles in Bacterial Isolates From Animal-Origin Meat.
The study identified several AMR genes, including bla_KPC, bla_NDM, bla_OXA-48, bla_SPM, bla_VIM, bla_TEM, bla_SHV, bla_CTX-M, and mcr-1, in bacterial isolates from animal-origin meat samples. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, beta-lactams, and polymyxins.
Flavomycin inhibits plasmid-mediated conjugative transfer of antibiotic resistance genes by disrupting energy metabolism and pilus assembly.
Flavomycin inhibits the conjugative transfer of plasmids carrying bla CTX-M, bla NDM, and mcr-1 genes by disrupting energy metabolism and pilus assembly.
Mechanistic basis of antimicrobial resistance mediated by the phosphoethanolamine transferase MCR-1.
The study characterizes the MCR-1 phosphoethanolamine transferase, which mediates polymyxin resistance by modifying lipid A. Functional and structural analyses reveal the mechanism of action involving substrate binding and conformational changes.
Diversity of Multi-Drug Resistance Genes in Escherichia coli Isolated from Poultry in Southern Togo.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli isolates from poultry in southern Togo, including blaCTX-M-55, sul2, tet(A), floR, aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib, gyrA, gyrB, parC, parE, pmrA, pmrB, folp, 23S, 16S-rrsB, 16S-rrsC, 16S-rrsH, ampC-promoter, rpoB, and mcr-1.1. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance in poultry-associated E. coli.
Chitosan mitigates pan drug resistance in citrobacter freundii exhibiting AmpC and ESBL from Egyptian livestock.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Citrobacter freundii isolates from Egyptian livestock, including bla TEM, bla CTX-M, bla OXA-10, bla CMY-2, qnrA, aadA1, sul2, dfrA1, ermB, tet(M), int1, and mcr-1, which confer resistance to various antibiotics.
Convergence of plasmid-driven virulence and antibiotic resistance in Escherichia coli.
The study identifies mcr-1 as a key gene conferring colistin resistance in ColVLP co-integrates, highlighting the convergence of virulence and resistance on plasmids in E. coli.
A quantitative characterization of antibiotic resistance and its influencing factors in hospital wastewaters across Lebanon.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) and mobile genetic elements (MGEs) in hospital wastewaters across Lebanon, highlighting the prevalence of resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and glycopeptides.
Prevalence and genetic basis of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli carriage in broiler farms in the United Arab Emirates.
The study identified bla TEM and bla CTX-M as the most common β-lactam resistance genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from broiler farms in the UAE, with bla CTX-M-55 and bla CTX-M-15 being the prevalent variants. Additionally, the mcr-1.1 gene was detected in 10.3% of isolates, indicating colistin resistance.
Cross-regional dynamics of antibiotic resistance (AR): Genomic evidence of transmission for Escherichia coli carrying last-resort AR gene between food animals and humans in China.
The study identifies the transmission of LARG-harboring E. coli between food animals and humans in China, highlighting the role of cross-regional transmission in the spread of antibiotic resistance.
Molecular characterization of mcr-1.1-harboring multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from chicken in the United Arab Emirates: implications for one health surveillance.
The study identified mcr-1.1-harboring multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from chicken in the UAE, highlighting the presence of various AMR genes and mutations contributing to resistance against multiple antibiotics, including colistin, beta-lactams, quinolones, and aminoglycosides.
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