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macrolide 2'-phosphotransferase I
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| Allele | Database | Papers | Drug Classes | Organisms | Countries | Years | Sequence Accession | Protein Accession |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mph(A) | Card DatabaseReference Gene CatalogResFinder DatabaseReslit | 215 | Erythromycin, Macrolide +7 |
| Portugal, Paris, French Guiana|Senegal|Niger|France|Vietnam, Egypt, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Quebec, Canada, United States, Global, Netherlands, China, Australia, Canada, United States|New York|Florida|Illinois|Gaza|Colombia|South America|Mediterranean region, Norway, South Korea, Germany, Switzerland, Singapore, Czechia|Czech Republic, Gothenburg, Europe|Switzerland, Peru, Egypt|Africa|Europe|Asia|Middle East|Indonesia|India|USA, India, Utah, Israel, South Africa, Texas, Bangladesh, Greece, Japan, Spain, Philippines, Brazil, China|USA|Italy|Israel, Europe|Italy, USA|Peru|Egypt|Cambodia|Kenya, Europe, Malawi, Jakarta, Pacific region|Hawaii, Ghana, Europe|Spain|Hungary|Germany|France|Belgium|Poland|United Kingdom|Denmark, Sri Lanka, Vermont, United Kingdom|England|Australia, Europe|broiler production pyramid, New York State, North Carolina|USA, Finland|Eastern Finland, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA|USA, Europe|dairy calves in the US, Tanzania, Japan|France|United Kingdom|North America|South America|Europe|Asia/Oceania|Africa, Kuwait, Europe|EU|China|Portugal|Germany, Iran, Thailand, Hong Kong SAR, North America|Asia|Europe|Middle East|Africa, Italy, Hungary, UK|France, Denmark, Brazilian Amazon, Yangzhou, China, Taiwan, Portugal|Antarctic|South Shetland Islands|North Adriatic Sea|Bohai Sea|Adriatic Sea|Pacific Ocean|Baltic Sea, Barcelona, California, USA, Ethiopia|USA|Israel|Turkey|United Kingdom|France|Belgium|Denmark|Czechia, Russia|Switzerland|Italy|USA|Norway|Spain|Ghana, West Texas, USA, Shenzhen, China|China, Mozambique, Ontario, Uganda, Central Adriatic|Central Adriatic Sea, Tennessee, USA|East Tennessee, USA|Honduras|UK|Kenya, France, Argentina, Canada|France|Germany|North America|Europe, UK, Guangdong, China, Accra, Ghana|Ghana, Fiji, Guangzhou, China, China|North America|Asia|Europe|Oceania|South America|Africa|Global|West China, United States|India, Ethiopia, Ecuador, Gaza Strip, Pakistan, Kenya, Uruguay, Europe|South America|Asia|North Africa, 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, Türkiye, Tunisia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Shanghai|Minhang District, Western Balkans|Hungary, Nigeria, England|Yemen|Kenya|Sub-Saharan Africa|Mexico, Xinjiang, China, Germany|Spain|UK|Vietnam, Atlanta, Algeria, Vietnam, United Arab Emirates |
| 1995, 2000, 2004, 2008, 2009, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| AB038042 |
| BAA03776.1 |
| mphA | Reslit | 143 | Erythromycin, Azithromycin +3 | Pseudomonas aeruginosa +59 | Japan, Los Angeles, California, United States, Nepal, Japan|Thailand|Canada|France|Spain|South Korea|United Kingdom|Croatia|Vietnam|global, Greece, Europe|Portugal, Nepal|Japan, San Francisco|Seattle|Minnesota|Minneapolis|Sacramento|Dallas|Jackson, England, Southeast Asia, England|France|UK, UK|Latin America, Scotland, Australia|Denmark, Southern India, Italy, Tanzania|Thailand|human|swine, Ecuador, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Bangladesh, Italy|Far East countries, Egypt, Lake Victoria, Tanzania, India, Anhui, China, Shanghai, China, UK, China, Europe|Netherlands, North America|turtle, Australia, Brazil, Vietnam, Kenya, South Korea, Spain, India|Malaysia|South China, Portugal, Europe, Germany|United States|Canada|Singapore|Japan|Kenya|Nepal, Thailand, New York State, Iran|Nepal|Jordan|China|Brazil|Egypt|Italy|France|Austria|Belgium|Serbia|global, Northeastern Ohio, the United States|Northeastern Ohio, Uganda|Kenya, India|United States, United Kingdom, southern Ontario, Canada, South America|Asia|Europe|Africa, New South Wales, Australia, South America, Europe|USA|Portugal|Germany|Australia|China|India|Pakistan|Sweden|Colorado, Abuja, Nigeria, Shenzhen, China, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China, Pakistan|Karachi, Pakistan, Balochistan, Pakistan, Kuwait, Southeast Asia|Vietnam|Europe|USA|Asia|Oceania, Tamaulipas, Mexico, South Africa, South Africa|Spain|Netherlands|Switzerland|India|China|Germany|Russia|USA|Australia|Other countries, Jiangsu Province|China, Virginia|Illinois, Ghana, Malaysia, Pakistan|China|United States|United Kingdom|Canada|Australia|Spain|Denmark|UAE|Ethiopia|India|South Asia, Vancouver, Canada, Armenia, Somali region, Ethiopia|Somali Region, Ethiopia, Calabria|Italy, Finland, Shihezi City, Xinjiang, China|China, Lebanon, USA, China|Europe|Americas|Asia|North Africa|Middle East, Shandong, China, Northern Nigeria|Nigeria, Mayurbhanj, Odisha, India|India, southwestern Nigeria, Australia|France|Bangladesh|United States, China|United Kingdom|Argentina|Europe|Americas|Asia|Africa|Australasia|Vietnam|Switzerland|Thailand|Mexico, East Africa|Tanzania|Uganda | 1995, 2000, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 | AB048591 | - |
| mph | Reslit | 10 | Erythromycin, Azithromycin +1 | Escherichia coli +10 | Greece, Europe|Greece, Europe, India, Asia|China | 2007, 2008, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025 | DQ839391 | - |
| mph (A) | Reslit | 18 | Azithromycin, Macrolide +1 | Escherichia coli +6 | Peru, Japan, Cameroon, China, United States, China|USA|Italy|Israel, Australia, Finland|Eastern Finland, Europe|dairy calves in the US, Italy, Germany, Malaysia | 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 | DRA004833 | - |
| mph(A)-like | Reslit | 1 | Macrolide | Photobacterium damselae subsp. damselae 04Ya311 +1 | Japan | 2015 | - | - |
| mph(A)/mph(K) | Reslit | 2 | Erythromycin, Azithromycin +1 | Klebsiella pneumoniae +2 | Kenya, USA|Peru|Egypt|Cambodia|Kenya | 2017, 2020 | NCBI Accession no. KX377894|KX377894 | - |
| mph A | Reslit | 3 | Macrolide | Escherichia coli +5 | Southeast Nigeria, Shandong, China | 2022, 2025 | PRJEB43719 | - |
| mphA-01 | Reslit | 1 | Macrolide | Escherichia coli | Europe | 2025 | - | - |
| Mph (A) | Reslit | 1 | Macrolide | Shigella sonnei | - | 2025 | - | - |
Regulation of transcription of the mph(A) gene for macrolide 2′-phosphotransferase I in Escherichia coli: characterization of the regulatory gene mphR(A).
The study characterizes the mph(A) gene, which encodes macrolide 2′-phosphotransferase I, responsible for inactivating erythromycin in Escherichia coli. It also identifies the regulatory gene mphR(A) that controls the inducible expression of mph(A).
Detection and characterization of a macrolide 2′-phosphotransferase from a Pseudomonas aeruginosa clinical isolate.
The study identified a novel macrolide 2′-phosphotransferase gene, mphA, in Pseudomonas aeruginosa clinical isolates, which confers resistance to multiple macrolide antibiotics.
The mef(A) Gene Predominates among Seven Macrolide Resistance Genes Identified in Gram-Negative Strains Representing 13 Genera, Isolated from Healthy Portuguese Children.
The study identified seven macrolide resistance genes in gram-negative bacteria from healthy Portuguese children, with mef(A) being the most predominant. The genes included mef(A), erm(B), ere(A), ere(B), mph(A), mph(B), and mph(D).
Erythromycin Resistance-Conferring Plasmid pRSB105, Isolated from a Sewage Treatment Plant, Harbors a New Macrolide Resistance Determinant, an Integron-Containing Tn402-Like Element, and a Large Region of Unknown Function.
The study identifies two macrolide resistance genes, mel and mph, on plasmid pRSB105, which confer resistance to erythromycin and azithromycin. The mel gene primarily contributes to erythromycin resistance, while mph contributes to both erythromycin and azithromycin resistance.
Macrolide-resistant Shigella sonnei.
The study identifies the mph(A) gene as the cause of azithromycin resistance in Shigella sonnei UCN59, which was found to be plasmid-mediated and capable of conferring cross-resistance to macrolides.
Escherichia coli as reservoir for macrolide resistance genes.
The study identified the plasmid-borne mph(A) gene as the most common macrolide resistance gene in Escherichia coli isolates from five countries on four continents, along with the rare erm(B) and mph(B) genes.
Massively parallel pathogen identification using high-density microarrays.
The study demonstrates the use of a high-density microarray for the identification of pathogens and the detection of antibiotic resistance genes, including blaZ, ermC, mph, and tetK, in clinical samples.
Notes from the field: Outbreak of infections caused by Shigella sonnei with decreased susceptibility to azithromycin--Los Angeles, California, 2012.
The study reports an outbreak of Shigella sonnei with decreased susceptibility to azithromycin, attributed to the presence of the plasmid-encoded macrolide resistance gene mphA.
Molecular characterization of multidrug resistant hospital isolates using the antimicrobial resistance determinant microarray.
The study characterized various AMR genes in multidrug-resistant hospital isolates using the Antimicrobial Resistance Determinant Microarray (ARDM). Key findings include the detection of beta-lactamase genes (bla TEM, bla SHV, bla CTX-M, bla OXA), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA1, aadA2, aph3'/str(A), aph6/str(B), aac(3)-III, aac(6')-Ib), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B), tet(D), tet(39)), sulfonamide resistance genes (sulI, sulII), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA10, dfrA14, dfrA17), quaternary amine resistance gene (qacEΔ1), chloramphenicol resistance genes (catA1, cat4), and glycopeptide resistance genes (vanB, vanB2).
Notes from the field: Shigella with decreased susceptibility to azithromycin among men who have sex with men - United States, 2002-2013.
The study identifies Shigella isolates with decreased susceptibility to azithromycin, primarily due to the presence of mphA and ermB macrolide resistance genes.
Invasive Salmonella enterica serotype typhimurium infections, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 2007-2011.
The study identifies the mph(A) gene encoding a macrolide 2'-phosphotransferase and the cat gene conferring chloramphenicol resistance in Salmonella enterica serotype Typhimurium isolates from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Shigella spp. with reduced azithromycin susceptibility, Quebec, Canada, 2012-2013.
The study identifies the mph(A) gene as responsible for reduced azithromycin susceptibility in Shigella spp. isolates from Montreal, Canada, during 2012-2013.
Resistance determinants and mobile genetic elements of an NDM-1-encoding Klebsiella pneumoniae strain.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes in the NDM-1-encoding Klebsiella pneumoniae strain, including eight beta-lactamase genes and various other resistance determinants, highlighting the complexity of its resistance profile.
Antimicrobial Resistance Mechanisms in Salmonella and Other Bacteria
The paper discusses multidrug efflux pumps from various bacterial food pathogens including Enterobacteriaceae, Vibrio cholerae, and Staphylococcus aureus, highlighting their role in multidrug resistance.
Draft Genome Sequence of a New Delhi Metallo-β-Lactamase-5 (NDM-5)-Producing Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolate.
The study reports the identification of blaNDM-5 along with multiple other antibiotic resistance genes in a multidrug-resistant E. coli isolate, highlighting the complex resistance profile of the strain.
Clinical epidemiology and molecular analysis of extended-spectrum-β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli in Nepal: characteristics of sequence types 131 and 648.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15, aac (3)-IIa, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, qnrB4, qnrS1, aac (6')-Ib-cr, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1B, bla SHV-12, bla CMY-42, bla DHA-1, mphA, ermB, catA1, catB3, sul1, sul2, dfrA12, dfrA17, dfrA1, dfrA5, tetA, tetB, and tetD as key AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates in Nepal, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance.
Molecular characterization of a multidrug resistance IncF plasmid from the globally disseminated Escherichia coli ST131 clone.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes on the IncF plasmid pEC958 from E. coli ST131, including blaCTX-M-15, aac(6')-Ib-cr, blaOXA-1, catB4, mph(A), dfrA17, aadA5, sulI, and tet(A). These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, chloramphenicol, macrolides, trimethoprim, sulfamethoxazole, and tetracycline.
An outbreak of colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae in the Netherlands (July to December 2013), with inter-institutional spread.
The study describes an outbreak of colistin-resistant KPC-producing K. pneumoniae ST258 in the Netherlands, highlighting the presence of multiple resistance genes including blaKPC-2, blaSHV-12, and various other AMR genes.
Insight into the mobilome of Aeromonas strains.
The study characterizes various antibiotic resistance genes (ARG) in Aeromonas strains, highlighting the presence of beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, tetracycline resistance genes, and others. These genes are often located on plasmids and contribute to multidrug resistance.
Comparative analysis of antimicrobial resistance in enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli isolates from two paediatric cohort studies in Lima, Peru.
The study identified several AMR genes in ETEC isolates from Peruvian children, including bla TEM-like for ampicillin resistance, sul2 for sulfamethoxazole resistance, tet(A) and tet(B) for tetracycline resistance, and mph(A) for azithromycin resistance.
Persistence of Multi-Drug Resistance Plasmids in Sterile Water under Very Low Concentrations of Tetracycline.
The study shows that multi-drug resistance plasmids pAQU1 and IncFIB can persist in bacterial populations under very low selective pressure, including in non-culturable states. The plasmids retain their resistance genes, such as tet(M), tet(B), floR, mph(A)-like, mef(A)-like, and sul2, which confer resistance to tetracycline, florfenicol, macrolides, and sulfonamides.
SSTAR, a Stand-Alone Easy-To-Use Antimicrobial Resistance Gene Predictor.
The study presents SSTAR, a software tool for identifying antimicrobial resistance (AR) genes from whole-genome sequencing data. It detects known AR genes and potential new variants, including truncated forms. The tool was applied to analyze resistance genes in Klebsiella pneumoniae ST437 and Escherichia coli ST44, revealing various beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside resistance genes, and porin mutations contributing to resistance.
Whole-Genome Sequencing for Detecting Antimicrobial Resistance in Nontyphoidal Salmonella.
The study identified 65 unique resistance genes in nontyphoidal Salmonella, including bla CTX-M1 and bla SHV2a, which were first reported in retail meat isolates in the United States. The research highlights the effectiveness of whole-genome sequencing in detecting antimicrobial resistance genes and correlating them with phenotypic resistance.
Streaming algorithms for identification of pathogens and antibiotic resistance potential from real-time MinION(TM) sequencing.
The study presents a real-time analysis framework for MinION sequencing data, demonstrating the ability to identify pathogens and antibiotic resistance genes within a few hours of sequencing. Key resistance genes identified include blaSHV, mphA, strA, strB, blaTEM, sul2, blaOXA, aac3, aac6, blaCMY, blaCFE, blaLAT, blaBIL, QnrB, aadA, oqxA, tetA, oqxB, rmtC, sul1, sul3, fosA, blaNDM, oqxA, blaSHV, oqxB, aadB, sul1, sul3, blaOXA, blaOKP, fosA, blaSHV, blaOKP, blaLEN, oqxA, and oqxB.
Elevated Risk for Antimicrobial Drug-Resistant Shigella Infection among Men Who Have Sex with Men, United States, 2011-2015.
The study found that Shigella isolates from clusters associated with men who have sex with men (MSM) showed significantly higher rates of resistance to azithromycin, ciprofloxacin, and ceftriaxone compared to other clusters. Azithromycin resistance was primarily due to the presence of macrolide resistance genes mphA and ermB.
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.
The First Report of a Fully Sequenced Resistance Plasmid from Shigella boydii.
The study reports the first fully sequenced resistance plasmid from Shigella boydii, p2246-CTXM, which carries bla CTX-M-14, erm(B), and mph(A) genes, conferring resistance to ceftriaxone, erythromycin, and azithromycin.
Isolation and plasmid characterization of carbapenemase (IMP-4) producing Salmonella enterica Typhimurium from cats.
The study identifies the blaIMP-4 gene in Salmonella enterica Typhimurium from cats, which confers resistance to carbapenems. The gene is part of a multidrug-resistant IncHI2 plasmid carrying various resistance genes.
Shigella flexneri with Ciprofloxacin Resistance and Reduced Azithromycin Susceptibility, Canada, 2015.
The study reports the presence of the mph(A) gene in a multidrug-resistant Shigella flexneri isolate from Canada, which is associated with reduced azithromycin susceptibility.
Comparative Genome Analysis of Extended-Spectrum-β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Sequence Type 131 Strains from Nepal and Japan.
The study identified multiple AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, tet(A), mphA, strA, strB, aadA5, sul1, sul2, dfrA12, dfrA17, catA1, and catB3, in ESBL-producing E. coli ST131 isolates from Nepal and Japan. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, including β-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, macrolides, sulfonamides, and chloramphenicol.
Comprehensive Genome Analysis of Carbapenemase-Producing Enterobacter spp.: New Insights into Phylogeny, Population Structure, and Resistance Mechanisms.
The study identifies multiple carbapenemase genes (bla KPC-2, bla KPC-3, bla KPC-4, and bla NDM-1) and other resistance genes (such as qnrB19, qnrB2, qnrS1, bla TEM-1A, bla TEM-1B, bla OXA-9, bla SHV-12, aadA2, aac(6')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-Ic, strA, strB, sul1, sul2, dfrA14, dfrA18, mph(A), catB3, arr-3, and tet(D)) in carbapenem-resistant Enterobacter spp. These genes are primarily located on plasmids and contribute to multidrug resistance.
Whole-Genome Analysis of Antimicrobial-Resistant and Extraintestinal Pathogenic Escherichia coli in River Water.
The study identified numerous antimicrobial resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from river water, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant and extraintestinal pathogenic strains. Key resistance genes included blaTEM-1, aac(3)-IId, qnrB7, and others.
Marine Bivalve Mollusks As Possible Indicators of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli and Other Species of the Enterobacteriaceae Family.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli isolates from marine bivalves, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and various aminoglycoside, trimethoprim, sulfonamide, tetracycline, chloramphenicol, quinolone, and macrolide resistance genes. These findings highlight the potential risk of MDR Enterobacteriaceae in marine environments.
Genomic Analysis of Factors Associated with Low Prevalence of Antibiotic Resistance in Extraintestinal Pathogenic Escherichia coli Sequence Type 95 Strains.
The study identifies several AMR genes in ST95 E. coli strains, including blaTEM-1, blaCTX-M14, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, aac3, strA, strB, tetA, tetB, tetD, sul1, sul2, dfrA5, dfrA12, dfrA17, mphA, and catA1, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as ampicillin, cephalothin, streptomycin, tetracycline, sulfamethoxazole, trimethoprim, azithromycin, and chloramphenicol.
Antimicrobial resistance of Klebsiella pneumoniae stool isolates circulating in Kenya.
The study identified 46 AMR genes or gene families in 90 Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from Kenya, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance and the diversity of resistance mechanisms.
Systematic longitudinal survey of invasive Escherichia coli in England demonstrates a stable population structure only transiently disturbed by the emergence of ST131.
The study identified various antibiotic resistance genes, including bla CTX-M-15, aac(6')-Ib, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1, dfrA, mphA, sul1, and tetA, in E. coli isolates, highlighting the multidrug-resistant nature of ST131 and the presence of distinct plasmid profiles contributing to resistance.
Genomic characterization of novel IncFII-type multidrug resistant plasmids p0716-KPC and p12181-KPC from Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study characterizes two novel IncFII-type multidrug-resistant plasmids, p0716-KPC and p12181-KPC, from Klebsiella pneumoniae. These plasmids carry multiple resistance genes, including blaKPC-2, mph(A), strAB, aacC2, qacEΔ1, sul1, sul2, dfrA25, aphA1a, and blaTEM-1, contributing to resistance against various antibiotics.
Rapid Nanopore Sequencing of Plasmids and Resistance Gene Detection in Clinical Isolates.
The study demonstrates the feasibility of rapid nanopore sequencing for detecting plasmid-borne antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in clinical isolates. It identifies several AMR genes, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, sulfonamide resistance genes, tetracycline resistance genes, macrolide resistance genes, and phenicol resistance genes, in both Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates.
Extensively Drug-Resistant Escherichia coli Sequence Type 1642 Carrying an IncX3 Plasmid Containing the blaKPC-2 Gene Associated with Transposon Tn4401a.
The study identifies several AMR genes in an extensively drug-resistant E. coli ST1642 isolate, including blaKPC-2, blaSHV-11, blaTEM-1, aadA5, strA, strB, aac(3)-IId, mph(A), sul1, sul2, tet(B), dfrA17, and qnrS1, which contribute to resistance against multiple antibiotics.
VIM-1 carbapenemase-producing Escherichia coli isolated from retail seafood, Germany 2016.
The study identifies a VIM-1 carbapenemase-producing E. coli isolate from retail seafood in Germany, highlighting the presence of multiple resistance genes including blaVIM-1, aacA4, aadA1, aph(3')-XV, catB2, qnrS1, blaSHV-12, blaACC-1, strA-like, strB-like, dfrA14-like, mph(A), sul1, and sul2.
Clonal Diversity, Virulence Potential and Antimicrobial Resistance of Escherichia coli Causing Community Acquired Urinary Tract Infection in Switzerland.
The study identified plasmid-mediated resistance genes aac(6')-Ib-cr, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and mph(A) in Escherichia coli isolates causing community-acquired urinary tract infections in Switzerland.
Complete Genome Sequence of a bla(CTX-M-1)-Harboring Escherichia coli Isolate Recovered from Cattle in Germany.
The study reports the complete genome sequence of an Escherichia coli isolate carrying the bla(CTX-M-1) gene, along with other resistance genes including mph(A), sul2, dfrA5, strA, and strB, indicating multidrug resistance.
Azithromycin Resistance in Shigella spp. in Southeast Asia.
The study identified mphA and ermB as the primary genes responsible for azithromycin resistance in Shigella spp. in Southeast Asia.
Genome Sequencing of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase (ESBL)-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolated from Pigs and Abattoir Workers in Cameroon.
The study identified multiple antibiotic resistance genes in ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae isolates from pigs and abattoir workers in Cameroon, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, bla SHV-28, and others, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains and their potential for zoonotic transmission.
Genomic Analysis of a Pan-Resistant Isolate of Klebsiella pneumoniae, United States 2016.
The study reports a pan-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate with resistance to all 26 antibiotics tested, including multiple beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, sulfonamide resistance, and colistin resistance due to mgrB inactivation.
Horizontal antimicrobial resistance transfer drives epidemics of multiple Shigella species.
The study identifies the azithromycin resistance plasmid pKSR100 and its associated genes mphA and ermB as critical drivers of epidemics among multiple Shigella species, highlighting the role of horizontal gene transfer in the spread of antimicrobial resistance.
An outbreak of a rare Shiga-toxin-producing Escherichia coli serotype (O117:H7) among men who have sex with men.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in STEC O117:H7 isolates, including the azithromycin resistance gene mphA, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, blaTEM-1B, blaTEM-1C, dfrA1, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA, dfrA5, ermB, strA, strB, sul1, sul2, tet(A), tet(B), qnrs1, and a mutation in gyrA (S83L) associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Characterization of a novel multidrug resistance plasmid pSGB23 isolated from Salmonella enterica subspecies enterica serovar Saintpaul.
The study characterizes a novel multidrug resistance plasmid pSGB23 isolated from Salmonella enterica subspecies enterica serovar Saintpaul, carrying 11 antibiotic resistance genes responsible for resistance to 9 classes of antibiotics and quaternary ammonium compounds.
Genetic analysis of invasive Escherichia coli in Scotland reveals determinants of healthcare-associated versus community-acquired infections.
The study identified several antibiotic resistance genes in E. coli isolates, including blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-9, aac(3)-II, aac(6')-Ib, aadA1, dfrA1, sul1, sul2, mphA, and mrxA, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics such as third-generation cephalosporins, aminoglycosides, trimethoprim, sulfonamides, and macrolides.
A pan-genome-based machine learning approach for predicting antimicrobial resistance activities of the Escherichia coli strains.
The study identifies and characterizes several AMR genes in E. coli, including beta-lactamases (blaTEM-1, blaOXA-1, blaCMY-2, ampC), aminoglycoside modifying enzymes (aac(3')-Ia, aac(3')-VI), dihydrofolate reductases (dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA12, dfrA15), quinolone resistance proteins (qnrB2, qnrB6, qnrS2), and others. These genes were validated through computational and wet lab methods, showing their roles in conferring resistance to various antibiotics.
Characterization of NDM-Encoding Plasmids From Enterobacteriaceae Recovered From Czech Hospitals.
The study characterized NDM-encoding plasmids from Enterobacteriaceae isolates in Czech hospitals, identifying blaNDM-1, blaNDM-4, and blaNDM-5 genes as the primary resistance determinants.
Comparative genomics of five different resistance plasmids coexisting in a clinical multi-drug resistant Citrobacter freundii isolate.
The study identifies five resistance plasmids in a clinical Citrobacter freundii isolate, each carrying multiple AMR genes, including bla NDM-1, bla IMP-4, qnrS1, bla KPC-2, catB3, and mph (A), contributing to multidrug resistance.
The resistomes of six carbapenem-resistant pathogens - a critical genotype-phenotype analysis.
The study characterized the resistomes of six carbapenem-resistant pathogens, identifying various carbapenemase genes such as bla KPC-2, bla OXA-48, bla OXA-72, bla NDM-1, bla NDM-7, and bla VIM-1, along with other resistance genes like aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, tet(B), erm(B), mph(A), sul1, sul2, dfrA17, dfrA14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CMY-6, bla OXA-1, bla SHV-200, bla OXA-10, and bla NDM-7.
Genomic Diversity, Virulence, and Antimicrobial Resistance of Klebsiella pneumoniae Strains from Cows and Humans.
The study identified an IncN-type plasmid, pC5, carrying the bla CTX-M-1 and mph (A) genes, which confer resistance to ceftiofur and macrolides, respectively, in Klebsiella pneumoniae strains from dairy cows and humans.
Multidrug Resistant Uropathogenic Escherichia coli ST405 With a Novel, Composite IS26 Transposon in a Unique Chromosomal Location.
The study identifies a novel composite IS26 transposon, Tn6242, in multidrug-resistant E. coli ST405, carrying resistance genes including dfrA17, aadA5, sul1, mphA, strA, strB, blaTEM-1b, and sul2.
First clinical case of KPC-3-producing Klebsiella michiganensis in Europe.
The study reports the first clinical case of a KPC-3-producing Klebsiella michiganensis isolate in Europe, highlighting the emergence of this multidrug-resistant pathogen and the significance of molecular diagnostics in identifying novel resistance mechanisms.
Reconsidering azithromycin disc diffusion interpretive criteria for Salmonellae in view of azithromycin MIC creep among typhoidal and nontyphoidal salmonella.
The study identifies the mphA gene as associated with high azithromycin MICs in nontyphoidal Salmonella spp., highlighting its role in azithromycin resistance.
Azithromycin resistance levels and mechanisms in Escherichia coli.
The study identifies the mph(A) gene as the most prevalent macrolide resistance gene in E. coli isolates, contributing significantly to azithromycin resistance. The presence of mph(A) was strongly correlated with elevated MIC levels, with 93% of isolates carrying this gene exhibiting MICs ≥ 32 mg/L.
Diversity, Virulence, and Antimicrobial Resistance in Isolates From the Newly Emerging Klebsiella pneumoniae ST101 Lineage.
The study characterizes the antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in the emerging Klebsiella pneumoniae ST101 lineage, highlighting the presence of multiple resistance mechanisms including carbapenemases, extended-spectrum beta-lactamases, and various other resistance genes.
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.
Global phylogenomics of multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serotype Kentucky ST198.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serotype Kentucky ST198, including genes such as blaTEM-1, aacA4, aadA1, sul1, tetA, catA1, mph(A), blaCTX-M-1, blaOXA-48, blaNDM-1, blaCMY-2, and dfrA12, along with mutations in gyrA and parC that confer resistance to various antibiotics.
Diverse Commensal Escherichia coli Clones and Plasmids Disseminate Antimicrobial Resistance Genes in Domestic Animals and Children in a Semirural Community in Ecuador.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in commensal Escherichia coli isolates from children and domestic animals in a semirural community in Ecuador. These genes included blaTEM-1B, dfrA8, qnrB19, strA, strB, tetA, tetB, sul1, sul2, and others, contributing to resistance against multiple antibiotics such as ampicillin, trimethoprim, tetracycline, and sulfamethoxazole. The research highlights the role of plasmids in disseminating these AMR genes and emphasizes the complexity of AMR transmission in such environments.
Eukaryotic cell culture media affect macrolide minimum inhibitory concentrations but not resistance interpretation for foodborne pathogens.
The study shows that the growth medium affects macrolide MICs but not resistance interpretation for foodborne pathogens. It highlights the role of mphA and ermB genes in macrolide resistance.
Evaluation of the Synergy of Ceftazidime-Avibactam in Combination with Meropenem, Amikacin, Aztreonam, Colistin, or Fosfomycin against Well-Characterized Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
The study evaluated the synergy of ceftazidime-avibactam (CZA) in combination with other antibiotics against multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Several AMR genes, including blaKPC-2, blaKPC-3, blaCTX-M-15, and others, were identified as conferring resistance to CZA and other antibiotics.
Emergence of Azithromycin Resistance Mediated by Phosphotransferase-Encoding mph(A) in Diarrheagenic Vibrio fluvialis.
The study reports the emergence of azithromycin resistance in Vibrio fluvialis isolates due to the presence of the mph(A) gene, which encodes a phosphotransferase that inactivates azithromycin.
Population dynamics of an Escherichia coli ST131 lineage during recurrent urinary tract infection.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in E. coli ST131 isolates from a patient with recurrent UTIs, including plasmid-borne resistance genes and chromosomal mutations contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Tracking Carbapenem-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Outbreak in an Intensive Care Unit by Whole Genome Sequencing.
The study identified multiple carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CP-Kp) strains carrying various resistance genes, including blaKPC-2, blaNDM-1, and others, contributing to multidrug resistance. Plasmid analysis revealed the presence of resistance genes on different plasmids, highlighting the complexity of resistance mechanisms.
An African Salmonella Typhimurium ST313 sublineage with extensive drug-resistance and signatures of host adaptation.
The study identifies an extensively drug-resistant (XDR) sublineage II.1 of Salmonella Typhimurium ST313 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, carrying resistance genes such as catA, blaTEM1, dfrA, blaSHV-2A, mphA, qnrS, and gyrA mutations, along with an IncHI2 plasmid pSTm-ST313-II.1.
Antimicrobial Resistance Mechanisms in Antibiotic-Producing Bacteria and Pathogens
The paper discusses various antimicrobial resistance mechanisms in antibiotic-producing bacteria and pathogens, focusing on genes and mutations that confer resistance to different classes of antibiotics, including beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, macrolides, and others.
Genetic characterization of a novel sequence type of multidrug-resistant Citrobacter freundii strain recovered from wastewater treatment plant.
The study reports the identification of a multidrug-resistant Citrobacter freundii strain R17 carrying 13 antibiotic-resistance genes, including blaCMY-85, aadA2, aac(3)-lld, blaDHA-1, blaTEM-1B, qnrB4, mph(A), catA2, sul1, sul2, tet(D), and dfrA12, which confer resistance to various antibiotic classes.
Azithromycin non-susceptible Shigella circulating in Israel, 2014-2016.
The study identified the presence of macrolide resistance genes mph(A) and erm(B) in azithromycin non-susceptible Shigella strains in Israel, highlighting the need for establishing clinical breakpoints for azithromycin susceptibility testing.
The Resistome, Mobilome, Virulome and Phylogenomics of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Clinical Isolates from Pretoria, South Africa.
The study characterized the resistome, mobilome, and virulome of 20 multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from Pretoria, South Africa. Key findings include the identification of various beta-lactamase genes (blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-27, blaOXA-1, blaOXA-10, blaTEM-1B), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, aac(6')-Ib-cr, mph(A)), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), dihydrofolate reductase genes (dfrA17, dfrA14, dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA12, dfrA23), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B)), chloramphenicol resistance genes (catB3, catA1), and fluoroquinolone resistance mutations in gyrA, gyrB, parC, and parE.
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.
First Report of Coexistence of Three Different MDR Plasmids, and That of Occurrence of IMP-Encoding Plasmid in Leclercia adecarboxylata.
The study reports the first identification of three different multidrug-resistant (MDR) plasmids in a single clinical isolate of Leclercia adecarboxylata, including the blaIMP-8 gene encoded on an IMP-encoding plasmid. These plasmids harbor various AMR genes such as blaIMP-8, aacC2, aadA2, mph(A), sul1, qacED1, mer, chrA, dfrA12, tmrB, catA1, catB8, tet(C), blaCTX-M-9, and blaTEM-1.
Emerging Variants of the Integrative and Conjugant Element ICEMh1 in Livestock Pathogens: Structural Insights, Potential Host Range, and Implications for Bacterial Fitness and Antimicrobial Therapy.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes within the ICE Mh1 PM22, including aminoglycoside, sulfonamide, macrolide, and tetracycline resistance genes. These genes contribute to multidrug resistance in livestock pathogens.
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.
Identification and characterization of Shigella with decreased susceptibility to azithromycin in the United States, 2005 to 2014.
The study identified Shigella isolates with decreased susceptibility to azithromycin, primarily due to the presence of mphA and ermB genes on plasmids, and also noted mutations in rrlH, rplD, and rplV genes in one isolate.
Genomic Diversity and Antimicrobial Resistance of Escherichia coli Isolated from Soils and Feces in Rural Bangladesh
The study identified the presence of antimicrobial resistance genes such as mph(A) and ermB in E. coli isolates from soils and feces in rural Bangladesh, contributing to azithromycin resistance.
New Delhi Metallo-β-Lactamase-5-Producing Escherichia coli in Companion Animals, United States.
The study identifies a carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli isolate producing New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase-5 (blaNDM-5) in companion animals in the United States, along with several other resistance genes including tet(A), aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA5, aadA2, blaOXA-1, blaCTX-M-15, catB3, dfrA17, dfrA12, sul1, and mph(A).
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.
Evaluating the genome and resistome of extensively drug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae using native DNA and RNA Nanopore sequencing.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in extensively drug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates, including beta-lactamases (blaSHV-11, blaTEM-1B, blaVEB-1, blaOXA-10, blaKPC-2, blaOXA-9, blaVIM-27, blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaOXA-48), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA1, ant(2'')-Ia, aph(6)-Id, arr-2, aadA24, aph(3')-Ia, aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IIa, aac(6')Ib-cr, aac(6')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(G)), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA14, dfrA23), chloramphenicol resistance genes (cmlA1, catB4), and others.
Complete Nucleotide Sequence of Plasmids of Two Escherichia coli Strains Carrying bla (NDM-) (5) and bla (NDM) (-) (5) and bla (OXA) (-) (181) From the Same Patient.
The study characterizes two carbapenemase-producing E. coli strains carrying blaNDM-5 and blaOXA-181, along with various other resistance genes such as qnrS1, blaCTX-M-15, aac(6')-lb-cr, catB3, sul1, dfrA17, qacEΔ1, aadA5, rmtB, ermB, mphA, tetB, catA1, dfrA14, dfrA12, blaTEM-1B, and blaCMY-42.
Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacter hormaechei ST1103 with IMP-26 Carbapenemase and ESBL Gene bla (SHV-178).
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant Enterobacter hormaechei strain L51 carrying the bla IMP-26 carbapenemase gene and bla SHV-178 ESBL gene, along with other resistance genes on a conjugative IncHI2/2A plasmid.
Oral colonisation by antimicrobial-resistant Gram-negative bacteria among long-term care facility residents: prevalence, risk factors, and molecular epidemiology.
The study identified several AMR genes in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from LTCF residents, including bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-14, bla TEM-1B, bla IMP-1, and others, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as β-lactams, aminoglycosides, and fluoroquinolones.
Genotypic characterization of multiple drug resistant Escherichia coli isolates from a pediatric cancer hospital in Egypt.
The study identified multiple drug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from a pediatric cancer hospital in Egypt, highlighting the prevalence of various antimicrobial resistance genes such as TEM-220, NDM-11, aph(6)-Id, sul2, and others, indicating a significant threat to immunocompromised patients.
Genome-Based Analysis of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli in the Aquatic Environment and Nile Perch (Lates niloticus) of Lake Victoria, Tanzania.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli from Nile perch and water samples in Lake Victoria, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, aadA2, aac(3)-IId, sul1, sul2, dfrA12, qepA4, tetB, tetD, mphA, mdfA, catA1, strA, strB, nfaE, iss, vat, and lpfA.
Phylogenetic Grouping of Human Ocular Escherichia coli Based on Whole-Genome Sequence Analysis.
The study identified 22 AMR genes in 10 ocular E. coli isolates, including bla CTX-M-15, dfrA17, aadA2, aadA5, bla OXA-1, bla NDM-5, dfrA12, bla TEM-1 B, mdfA, emrB, mphA, sul1, sul2, and aac(6')-1b-cr. Additionally, chromosomal mutations in parE, gyrA, and parC were found to confer resistance to fluoroquinolones.
Novel Insights and Features of the NDM-5-Producing Escherichia coli Sequence Type 167 High-Risk Clone.
The study identifies the NDM-5-producing Escherichia coli sequence type 167 clone, highlighting its resistance mechanisms and the presence of various resistance genes such as blaNDM-5, aadA2, dfrA12, sul1, tet(A), mphA, rmtB, and aac(3)-IIa.
Nanopore sequencing reveals genomic map of CTX-M-type extended-spectrum β-lactamases carried by Escherichia coli strains isolated from blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) in Norway.
The study identified CTX-M-type extended-spectrum beta-lactamases in Escherichia coli strains isolated from blue mussels in Norway, highlighting the potential for mobility of these resistance genes.
Prevalence of Cefotaxime-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolates from Healthy Cattle and Sheep in Northern Spain: Phenotypic and Genome-Based Characterization of Antimicrobial Susceptibility.
The study identified various AMR genes in cefotaxime-resistant E. coli isolates from cattle and sheep in the Basque Country, including bla CTX-M-14, bla CMY-2, and others, highlighting the prevalence of ESBL and AmpC-producing strains.
Integrating whole-genome sequencing within the National Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Program in the Philippines.
The study identifies various carbapenemase genes such as blaNDM-1, blaNDM-7, blaCTX-M-15, and blaOXA-181, along with other AMR genes like rmtC, sul1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, mph(A), qnrB1, and others, which contribute to resistance against multiple antibiotics in Klebsiella pneumoniae, Escherichia coli, Acinetobacter baumannii, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa in the Philippines.
Comparative analysis of multidrug resistance plasmids and genetic background of CTX-M-producing Escherichia coli recovered from captive wild animals.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in MDR E. coli strains from captive wild animals, highlighting the presence of CTX-M-8 and CTX-M-65 beta-lactamases, along with various other resistance mechanisms such as aminoglycoside, tetracycline, and fluoroquinolone resistance genes, as well as mutations in quinolone resistance-determining regions.
Structural Genomics of repA, repB 1-Carrying IncFIB Family pA1705-qnrS, P911021-tetA, and P1642-tetA, Multidrug-Resistant Plasmids from Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study characterizes multidrug-resistant plasmids pA1705-qnrS, p911021-tetA, and p1642-tetA from Klebsiella pneumoniae, identifying several AMR genes including beta-lactamases (bla CTX-M-14, bla TEM-1, bla OXA-1, bla SHV-12, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-65), quinolone resistance gene qnrS1, tetracycline resistance genes tetA (A) and tetA (D), aminoglycoside resistance genes aacA4cr and aacC2, streptomycin resistance genes strA and strB, dihydrofolate reductase genes dfrA1 and dfrA14, sulfonamide resistance gene sul2, macrolide resistance gene mph (A), efflux pump gene oqxAB, chloramphenicol acetyltransferase gene catB3, and tunicamycin resistance gene tmrB.
Structural Genomics of repA, repB 1-Carrying IncFIB Family pA1705-qnrS, P911021-tetA, and P1642-tetA, Multidrug-Resistant Plasmids from Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study characterizes multidrug-resistant plasmids pA1705-qnrS, p911021-tetA, and p1642-tetA from Klebsiella pneumoniae, identifying several AMR genes including beta-lactamases (bla CTX-M-14, bla TEM-1, bla OXA-1, bla SHV-12, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-65), quinolone resistance gene qnrS1, tetracycline resistance genes tetA (A) and tetA (D), aminoglycoside resistance genes aacA4cr and aacC2, streptomycin resistance genes strA and strB, dihydrofolate reductase genes dfrA1 and dfrA14, sulfonamide resistance gene sul2, macrolide resistance gene mph (A), efflux pump gene oqxAB, chloramphenicol acetyltransferase gene catB3, and tunicamycin resistance gene tmrB.
High-resolution characterisation of ESBL/pAmpC-producing Escherichia coli isolated from the broiler production pyramid.
The study identified multiple AMR genes, including bla CTX-M-55, bla CMY-2, bla CTX-M-1, bla SHV-12, sul2, aac(3)-Ia, aadA, strA, strB, tet(A), tet(B), dfrA14, floR, cmlA1, catA1, catB3, qnrS1, qnrS2, qnrB19, mph(A), mph(B), arr-3, and aac(6')Ib-cr, in ESBL/pAmpC-producing E. coli isolates from broiler production.
Tracking Recombination Events That Occur in Conjugative Virulence Plasmid p15WZ-82_Vir during the Transmission Process.
The study characterizes the recombination events in the conjugative virulence plasmid p15WZ-82_Vir during transmission, identifying multiple antibiotic resistance genes and their roles in the formation of mosaic plasmids that carry both virulence and resistance traits.
Prevalence of Plasmid-Mediated Determinants With Decreased Susceptibility to Azithromycin Among Shigella Isolates in Anhui, China.
The study identifies the plasmid-mediated mphA gene as the most common macrolide resistance gene in Shigella isolates in Anhui, China, contributing to decreased susceptibility to azithromycin.
Occurrence and Antimicrobial Resistance Traits of Escherichia coli from Wild Birds and Rodents in Singapore.
F Plasmids Are the Major Carriers of Antibiotic Resistance Genes in Human-Associated Commensal Escherichia coli.
The study identifies various antibiotic resistance genes in commensal E. coli isolates, highlighting the prevalence of resistance genes on F plasmids and the role of mobile genetic elements in their dissemination.
A new plasmid carrying mphA causes prevalence of azithromycin resistance in enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli serogroup O6.
The study identifies the mphA gene on a 103 kb plasmid as the primary cause of azithromycin resistance in ETEC serogroup O6 strains in Shanghai, China.
Tracking Antimicrobial Resistance Determinants in Diarrheal Pathogens: A Cross-Institutional Pilot Study.
The study identified 55 different antimicrobial resistance determinants in diarrheal pathogens, highlighting the presence of genes conferring resistance to multiple antibiotic classes, including beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, macrolides, tetracyclines, phenicols, sulfonamides, and others. Notably, carbapenemase genes like bla OXA-48 and bla NDM were detected in certain isolates, indicating emerging resistance concerns.
Tracking Antimicrobial Resistance Determinants in Diarrheal Pathogens: A Cross-Institutional Pilot Study.
The study identified 55 different antimicrobial resistance determinants in diarrheal pathogens, highlighting the presence of genes conferring resistance to multiple antibiotic classes, including beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, macrolides, tetracyclines, phenicols, sulfonamides, and others. Notably, carbapenemase genes like bla OXA-48 and bla NDM were detected in certain isolates, indicating emerging resistance concerns.
The European Union Summary Report on Antimicrobial Resistance in zoonotic and indicator bacteria from humans, animals and food in 2017/2018.
The report highlights the prevalence of antimicrobial resistance in zoonotic and indicator bacteria, focusing on Salmonella, Campylobacter, and E. coli. It notes high resistance levels to ampicillin, sulfonamides, and tetracyclines in Salmonella and E. coli isolates, along with rising resistance to fluoroquinolones in certain serovars. Carbapenemase-producing E. coli and Salmonella were rarely detected.
Evolution of antibiotic resistance at low antibiotic concentrations including selection below the minimal selective concentration.
The study identifies ermF, intI1, and mphA as genes that show positive selection under specific antibiotic concentrations, highlighting their role in antibiotic resistance development at low concentrations.
Outbreak of multi-drug-resistant (MDR) Shigella flexneri in northern Australia due to an endemic regional clone acquiring an IncFII plasmid.
The study identifies several AMR genes in a multi-drug-resistant Shigella flexneri strain, including bla DHA, bla OXA-1, tet(B), catA1, dfrA1, mph(A), ermB, qnrB, aadA, and qacEΔ1, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, trimethoprim, macrolides, quinolones, aminoglycosides, and quaternary ammonium compounds.
Outer Membrane Disruption Overcomes Intrinsic, Acquired, and Spontaneous Antibiotic Resistance.
The study demonstrates that outer membrane (OM) disruption can overcome intrinsic, acquired, and spontaneous antibiotic resistance in Gram-negative bacteria. Specifically, OM disruption by SPR741 effectively counteracts resistance mediated by macrolide resistance elements (mphA, ermC, mphB, ereA), rifampicin resistance elements (arr, rph-Lm, rpoB), and other resistance mechanisms.
Using Therapeutic Drug Monitoring to Treat KPC-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Central Nervous System Infection With Ceftazidime/Avibactam.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes in a KPC-3-producing K. pneumoniae isolate, including blaKPC-3, aac(3)-Ib, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, blaOXA-1, blaSHV-214, mphA, qacH, catB3, arr-3, sul1, and dfrA14, which confer resistance to various antibiotics.
Characteristics and Epidemiology of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae From Red Kangaroo, China.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate from a Red Kangaroo, including beta-lactamases (bla DHA–3, bla SHV–1, bla CTX–M–14, bla TEM–191, bla TEM–1, bla CTX–M–3), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aph(3″)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IIa, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, aadA16, arr-3), quinolone resistance genes (qnrS1, qnrB2), macrolide resistance gene (mphA), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul3, sul1), dihydrofolate reductase (dfrA3, dfrA27), chloramphenicol resistance gene (floR), tetracycline resistance genes (tetG, tetR), and multidrug efflux pump (qacEΔ1).
A Multifactorial Approach for Surveillance of Shigella spp. and Entero-Invasive Escherichia coli Is Important for Detecting (Inter)national Clusters.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in Shigella spp. and EIEC isolates, including beta-lactamases (blaTEM-1b, blaOXA-1, blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-32, blaCTX-M-55, blaDHA-1), dihydrofolate reductase variants (dfrA1, dfrA14, dfrA17, dfrA7, dfrA8), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2), macrolide resistance genes (erm(B), mphA), and chromosomal mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE associated with ciprofloxacin resistance.
Aeromonas hydrophila RIT668 and Citrobacter portucalensis RIT669-Potential Zoonotic Pathogens Isolated from Spotted Turtles.
Aeromonas hydrophila RIT668 and Citrobacter portucalensis RIT669 were found to be resistant to several antibiotics including gentamicin, tetracycline, doxycycline, kanamycin, streptomycin, tobramycin, novobiocin, and erythromycin, but susceptible to neomycin and cotrimoxazole. They exhibited multidrug resistance in the planktonic phase and weak biofilm eradication even with neomycin and cotrimoxazole.
Whole-Genome Sequence Analysis of an Extensively Drug-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Agona Isolate from an Australian Silver Gull (Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae) Reveals the Acquisition of Multidrug Resistance Plasmids.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in a multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Agona isolate from a silver gull, including bla CTX-M-55, dfrA14, sul3, qnrS1, tet(A), bla TEM-1, and others, indicating the acquisition of multidrug resistance plasmids.
Genomic epidemiology of Escherichia coli isolates from a tertiary referral center in Lilongwe, Malawi.
The study identifies the blaCTX-M-15 gene as a major contributor to cephalosporin resistance in Escherichia coli isolates from Malawi, along with other AMR genes such as aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, aadA5, ant(3'')-Ih, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(3')-Ia, aph(6)-Id, strA, strB, acrF, emrD, mdtM, blaTEM-1, catA1, catB3, dfrA17, sul2, mph(A), and tet(A).
Genome-based characterization of Escherichia coli causing bloodstream infection through next-generation sequencing.
The study identified various AMR genes in E. coli isolates from bloodstream infections, including genes conferring resistance to beta-lactams, macrolides, aminoglycosides, chloramphenicol, and trimethoprim. Additionally, mutations in quinolone resistance-determining regions of gyrA, parC, and parE were associated with ciprofloxacin resistance.
A Longitudinal Evaluation of the Bacterial Pathogens Colonizing Chronic Non-Healing Wound Sites at a United States Military Treatment Facility in the Pacific Region.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in bacterial isolates from chronic non-healing wounds, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, macrolide resistance genes, and others. These genes were found in various bacterial species such as E. coli, S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, and others.
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.
Endophytic Lifestyle of Global Clones of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Priority Pathogens in Fresh Vegetables: a Trojan Horse Strategy Favoring Human Colonization?
The study identifies multiple AMR genes in endophytic ESBL-producing Enterobacterales isolated from fresh vegetables, highlighting their potential role in the spread of antibiotic resistance.
Emerging carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae sequence type 16 causing multiple outbreaks in a tertiary hospital in southern Vietnam.
The study identifies carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae sequence type 16 causing multiple outbreaks in a hospital in Vietnam. Key AMR genes include blaOXA-181, blaOXA-48, and mutations in gyrA and parC contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance. Colistin resistance was due to disruption of the mgrB gene by an IS L3-like element.
Detection of diverse carbapenem and multidrug resistance genes and high-risk strain types among carbapenem non-susceptible clinical isolates of target gram-negative bacteria in Kenya.
The study identified various carbapenemase genes (blaNDM-1, blaNDM-5, blaVIM-1, blaVIM-6, blaOXA-23, blaOXA-58, blaOXA-66, blaOXA-69, blaOXA-91, blaOXA-181, blaOXA-50) and other resistance genes (such as armA, rmtC, rmtF, aac(3)-I, aadA1, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-VI, aph(3')-Via, aph(6')-Id, mphE, msrE, mphA, ereA, dfrA1, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17, dfrA20, sul1, sul2, tetB, tetD, tetG, tet39, qnrVC1, qnrS1, qnrB4, floR, catA1, catA2, catB3, catB7, cmlA1, cmlA5, arr-3, arr-2, sat2, acrF, mdtM, emrD, mexA, mexE, mexX, kdeA, oxa-10, oxa-395, oxa-396, oxa-846, adc-25, dha-1, act-16, cmY, ctx-m-15, shv-67, tem-1b) in carbapenem non-susceptible clinical isolates of gram-negative bacteria in Kenya, highlighting the diversity and prevalence of multidrug resistance.
Advanced molecular characterization of enteropathogenic Escherichia coli isolated from diarrheic camel neonates in Egypt.
The study identified antibiotic resistance genes ampC, aadB, and mphA in E. coli isolates from diarrheic camel neonates in Egypt, indicating multidrug resistance.
Deceiving Phenotypic Susceptibility Results on a Klebsiella pneumoniae Blood Isolate Carrying Plasmid-Mediated AmpC Gene bla(DHA-1).
The study identifies a carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate carrying the plasmid-mediated AmpC gene blaDHA-1, along with other resistance genes such as blaOXA-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, sul1, oqxA, oqxB, qnrB4, arr-3, tet(A), catB3, mph(A), fosA, IncFIB(K), and IncR.
Epidemic HI2 Plasmids Mobilising the Carbapenemase Gene bla(IMP-4) in Australian Clinical Samples Identified in Multiple Sublineages of Escherichia coli ST216 Colonising Silver Gulls.
The study identifies epidemic HI2 plasmids harboring the carbapenemase gene bla(IMP-4) in multiple sublineages of Escherichia coli ST216 isolated from Australian silver gulls, highlighting the role of these plasmids in disseminating antibiotic resistance genes.
Clonal Clusters, Molecular Resistance Mechanisms and Virulence Factors of Gram-Negative Bacteria Isolated from Chronic Wounds in Ghana.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from chronic wounds in Ghana, including beta-lactamases, fosfomycin resistance genes, chloramphenicol resistance genes, aminoglycoside resistance genes, fluoroquinolone resistance genes, tetracycline resistance genes, sulfonamide resistance genes, trimethoprim resistance genes, and efflux pumps. Mutations in gyrA, parE, and parC were also found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Emergence of High Level Carbapenem and Extensively Drug Resistant Escherichia coli ST746 Producing NDM-5 in Influent of Wastewater Treatment Plant, Seoul, South Korea.
The study reports the emergence of a high-level carbapenem-resistant and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) Escherichia coli strain N7 producing NDM-5, highlighting the presence of multiple resistance genes on plasmids and chromosomes.
Genomic Diversity and Virulence Potential of ESBL- and AmpC-β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Strains From Healthy Food Animals Across Europe.
The study identifies various ESBL and AmpC beta-lactamase genes, including bla SHV-12, bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-2, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-52, and bla CMY-2, along with the mcr-1 gene conferring colistin resistance in E. coli isolates from food animals in Europe.
Antimicrobial Resistance Genes in ESBL-Producing Escherichia coli Isolates from Animals in Greece.
The study identified several AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from animals in Greece, including bla CTX-M-1/15, bla TEM, aadA1, aadA2, aphA, strA, strB, sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA1, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA15, dfrA17, dfrA19, mph, mrx, intI1, tnpISE cp1, qnrS, and qnrB.
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.
Azithromycin and Ciprofloxacin Treatment Outcomes During an Outbreak of Multidrug-Resistant Shigella sonnei Infections in a Retirement Community-Vermont, 2018.
The study identified macrolide resistance genes mph(A) and erm(B) in multidrug-resistant Shigella sonnei isolates, which conferred resistance to azithromycin. Additionally, a gyrA S83L mutation was found, contributing to decreased susceptibility to ciprofloxacin despite being classified as susceptible by CLSI criteria.
Genomic Insights into Drug Resistance and Virulence Platforms, CRISPR-Cas Systems and Phylogeny of Commensal E. coli from Wildlife.
The study identified various AMR genes in commensal E. coli strains from wildlife, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-1, tet(A), tet(B), and several resistance gene cassettes in integrons. These genes were found to confer resistance to multiple antibiotics, highlighting the presence of AMR in wildlife E. coli populations.
Diversity of Plasmids and Genes Encoding Resistance to Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase in Escherichia coli from Different Animal Sources.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in E. coli isolates from different animal sources, highlighting the presence of ESBL genes such as bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, and bla CMY-28, as well as mutations in parC and gyrA that confer resistance to fluoroquinolones.
Clinical evolution of ST11 carbapenem resistant and hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study identifies a conjugative plasmid p17ZR-91-Vir-KPC that encodes both carbapenem resistance and hypervirulence in Klebsiella pneumoniae, providing insight into the evolution of ST11 carbapenem-resistant and hypervirulent strains.
Hybrid genome assembly of Shigella sonnei reveals the novel finding of chromosomal integration of an IncFII plasmid carrying a mphA gene.
The study identified the mphA gene in a Shigella sonnei isolate with an azithromycin MIC of 16 mg/l, and found that an IncFII plasmid carrying mphA was integrated into the chromosome of S. sonnei.
Foodborne Pathogenic Vibrios: Antimicrobial Resistance.
The paper discusses the presence of various antibiotic resistance genes in Vibrio species, including strB, sul2, tetA, blaTEM, qnrA, ermB, floR, aac(3)-IIa, blaNDM-1, blaCMY, blaP1, catB3, and others, which confer resistance to antibiotics such as streptomycin, sulfamethoxazole, tetracycline, ampicillin, fluoroquinolones, erythromycin, florfenicol, gentamicin, carbapenems, chloramphenicol, and trimethoprim.
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.
Acquisition and loss of CTX-M plasmids in Shigella species associated with MSM transmission in the UK.
The study identifies the presence of bla CTX-M-27, erm(B), mph(A), aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, sul2, and tet(A) in Shigella isolates associated with MSM transmission in the UK, highlighting the role of plasmids in the spread of antimicrobial resistance.
Phylum barrier and Escherichia coli intra-species phylogeny drive the acquisition of antibiotic-resistance genes.
The study analyzed 70,301 E. coli genomes and identified 1,027,651 antibiotic-resistance genes (ARGs). It found that certain ARGs were distributed according to the phylogenetic background of the strains, showing phenotypic adaptive convergence. The study also identified four instances of potential horizontal gene transfer of ARGs from non-Proteobacteria to E. coli.
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.
Metagenomic analysis of MWWTP effluent treated via solar photo-Fenton at neutral pH: Effects upon microbial community, priority pathogens, and antibiotic resistance genes.
Solar photo-Fenton treatment effectively removed a wide range of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) including those conferring resistance to sulfonamides, macrolides, tetracyclines, and beta-lactams. The study identified several ARGs such as sul1, sul2, tet(X), erm(F), mph(A), mph(E), msr(E), aadA, aph(3"), aph(6), strA, and blaBKC.
Multidrug-Resistant Lineage of Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli ST182 With Serotype O169:H41 in Airline Waste.
The study identifies multidrug-resistant E. coli ST182 isolates from airline waste carrying genes such as blaCTX-M-15, qnrS1, aadA5, mphA, sul1, and dfrA17, along with the S83L mutation in gyrA, contributing to resistance against multiple antibiotics.
Occurrence of Colibacillosis in Broilers and Its Relationship With Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) Population Structure and Molecular Characteristics.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) isolates, including beta-lactamases (blaCMY-2, blaSHV-12, blaTEM-52, blaCTX-M-1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IV, aadA, strA, strB, aph(3')-Ib), sulfonamide resistance gene (sul1), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B)), trimethoprim resistance gene (dfrA), quinolone resistance genes (qnrS1, qnrS2, qnrB19), macrolide resistance genes (mph(A), mph(B)), and chloramphenicol resistance gene (catA1).
Insight Into Whole Genome of Aeromonas veronii Isolated From Freshwater Fish by Resistome Analysis Reveal Extensively Antibiotic Resistant Traits.
The study identified 17 AMR genes in Aeromonas veronii isolates from tilapia, highlighting extensive antibiotic resistance traits, including resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, and others.
Use of Molecular Methods To Detect Shigella and Infer Phenotypic Resistance in a Shigella Treatment Study.
The study identified several AMR genes including ermB, mphA, blaTEM, blaCTX-M1, blaDHA, blaOXA-1, dfrA, and sul in Shigella isolates. Mutations in gyrA (83L) and parC (80I) were associated with ciprofloxacin resistance.
Identification of Three Novel PmGRI1 Genomic Resistance Islands and One Multidrug Resistant Hybrid Structure of Tn7-like Transposon and PmGRI1 in Proteus mirabilis.
The study identifies three novel variants of PmGRI1 and a hybrid structure combining Tn7-like transposon and PmGRI1 in Proteus mirabilis, highlighting their role in carrying multiple antibiotic resistance genes.
Monitoring the Microevolution of Salmonella enterica in Healthy Dairy Cattle Populations at the Individual Farm Level Using Whole-Genome Sequencing.
The study identified several AMR genes, including bla CMY-2, floR, sul2, and tetA, in Salmonella enterica isolates from dairy cattle. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics such as cephalosporins, florfenicol, sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim, and tetracycline.
Monitoring the Microevolution of Salmonella enterica in Healthy Dairy Cattle Populations at the Individual Farm Level Using Whole-Genome Sequencing.
The study identified several AMR genes, including bla CMY-2, floR, sul2, and tetA, in Salmonella enterica isolates from dairy cattle. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics such as cephalosporins, florfenicol, sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim, and tetracycline.
Whole-Genomic Analysis of NDM-5-Producing Enterobacteriaceae Recovered from an Urban River in China.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes, including bla NDM-5, bla OXA-10, and bla TEM-1B, in NDM-5-producing Enterobacteriaceae isolates from an urban river in China. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as carbapenems, cephalosporins, quinolones, and aminoglycosides.
Co-occurrence of Klebsiella variicola and Klebsiella pneumoniae Both Carrying bla (KPC) from a Respiratory Intensive Care Unit Patient.
The study identified Klebsiella variicola and Klebsiella pneumoniae strains carrying multiple resistance genes, including bla KPC-2, bla TEM-1A, bla LEN17, aadA16, arr-3, qnrB4, oqxA/B, dfrA27, sul1, tetD, fosA, qacEΔ1, bla CTX-M-3, bla TEM-1B, bla CTX-M-65, bla SHV-27, aac(6')-IIa, rmtB, aph(3')-Ia, aadA16, qnrS1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB91, oqxA/B, mph(A), tet(A), fosA, dfrA27, and two copies of qacEΔ1-sul1.
Bacteriological and histopathological findings in cetaceans that stranded in the Philippines from 2017 to 2018.
The study identified multiple antibiotic-resistant bacteria from cetaceans stranded in the Philippines, highlighting the presence of resistance genes such as ermB, aadA, aac(6')-Ib, blaTEM, blaCTX-M, blaSHV, blaOXA, qnrS1, tet(A), and mph(A).
Co-conjugation of Virulence Plasmid and KPC Plasmid in a Clinical Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain.
The study characterizes a carbapenem-resistant hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae strain that harbors a conjugative virulence plasmid and a bla KPC–2-bearing plasmid. The virulence plasmid contains multiple resistance genes, including bla KPC–2, qnrB4, bla DHA–1, sul1, msr(E), mph(E), bla TEM–1B, aac(3)-IId, bla SHV–12, mph(A), bla CTX–M–65, bla TEM–1B, fosA3, and rmtB. The study also shows that these plasmids can be transferred to other bacterial strains, contributing to the spread of multidrug-resistant and hypervirulent K. pneumoniae.
Mechanisms of Resistance to Macrolide Antibiotics among Staphylococcus aureus.
The paper discusses the mechanisms of resistance to macrolide antibiotics among Staphylococcus aureus, focusing on the roles of ermA, ermB, ermC, and msrA genes in mediating resistance through modifications of the ribosomal target site and efflux mechanisms.
Identification of CTX-M Type ESBL E. coli from Sheep and Their Abattoir Environment Using Whole-Genome Sequencing.
The study identified various CTX-M-type beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-32, bla CTX-M-55, and bla CTX-M-65, as well as other beta-lactamase genes such as bla TEM-1, bla CARB-2, and bla CMY-2 in ESBL E. coli isolates from sheep and their abattoir environment. Additional AMR genes related to aminoglycosides, macrolides, phenicols, quinolones, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, and trimethoprim were also detected.
Carbapenem-Resistant Citrobacter spp. as an Emerging Concern in the Hospital-Setting: Results From a Genome-Based Regional Surveillance Study.
The study identifies various carbapenemase genes, including bla KPC-2, bla OXA-48, bla VIM-1, bla NDM-5, bla OXA-162, and bla KPC-3, in Citrobacter spp. isolates, highlighting their role in carbapenem resistance.
Genomic comparisons of Escherichia coli ST131 from Australia.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in Australian E. coli ST131 isolates, including bla CTX-M-15 and bla CTX-M-27 for beta-lactam resistance, aadA5, strA, strB, mphA, dfrA17, sul1, qacEΔ1, and chrA for resistance to aminoglycosides, macrolides, trimethoprim, sulfonamides, quaternary ammonium compounds, and chromate. Fluoroquinolone resistance mutations in gyrA and parC were also found.
Letter to the Editor: Importation of the First Bovine ST361 New Delhi Metallo-5 Positive Escherichia coli in Greece.
The study reports the first bovine ST361 NDM-5 positive Escherichia coli in Greece, highlighting the importation of multidrug-resistant strains and the need for continued surveillance.
Prevalence and Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles of Foodborne Pathogens Isolated from Dairy Cattle and Poultry Manure Amended Farms in Northeastern Ohio, the United States.
The study identified several antimicrobial resistance genes in foodborne pathogens isolated from dairy cattle and poultry manure amended farms in Northeastern Ohio, including mphA, aadA, aphA1, tetA, aac(3)-IV, sulII, blaTEM, tetB, strA, aac(3)-Iva, ampC, lde, ermB, tet(O), aadB, penA, blaOXA-61, aadE, and aph-3-1.
Pan-Resistome Characterization of Uropathogenic Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae Strains Circulating in Uganda and Kenya, Isolated from 2017-2018.
The study identified various AMR genes in uropathogenic E. coli and K. pneumoniae strains from Uganda and Kenya, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing strains.
Genomic evolution of the globally disseminated multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae clonal group 147.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in the pandrug-resistant K. pneumoniae strain DJ, including carbapenemases (bla NDM-5, bla OXA-181, bla CTX-M-15), aminoglycoside resistance genes (rmtB, rmtF, aac(6')-Ib, aadA2, strAB), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2), dihydrofolate reductase (dfrA12), polymyxin resistance gene (mgrB), tetracycline resistance gene (ramR), chloramphenicol resistance genes (catA2, catB), fosfomycin resistance gene (fosA), and macrolide resistance genes (mphA, ermB). Mutations in gyrA, parC, ompK35, ompK36, and ramR contribute to resistance to fluoroquinolones, polymyxins, tetracyclines, and other antibiotics.
The Genomic Characterization of KPC-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae from the ICU of a Teaching Hospital in Shanghai, China.
The study identified the carbapenemase gene blaKPC-2 and blaKPC-24, along with fosfomycin resistance gene fosA6, and various extended-spectrum beta-lactamase genes such as blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-65, and blaCTX-M-27 in KPC-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae strains. Additionally, genes associated with fluoroquinolone, macrolide, aminoglycoside, and sulfonamide resistance were also characterized.
Plethora of Resistance Genes in Carbapenem-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria in Greece: No End to a Continuous Genetic Evolution.
The study identified a variety of resistance genes in carbapenem-resistant Gram-negative bacteria, including bla KPC, bla NDM, bla VIM, and others, highlighting the complex genetic diversity of these pathogens.
Whole-Genome Sequencing of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli From Human Infections in Finland Revealed Isolates Belonging to Internationally Successful ST131-C1-M27 Subclade but Distinct From Non-human Sources.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-3, bla SHV-12, and bla TEM-1, which confer resistance to beta-lactam antibiotics. Other resistance genes such as aadA5, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, mph(A), sul1, sul2, tet(A), and dfrA17, dfrA12, dfrA1, and dfrA14 were also characterized, providing insights into the multidrug resistance profiles of ESBL-producing E. coli isolates in Finland.
Whole-Genome Sequencing of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli From Human Infections in Finland Revealed Isolates Belonging to Internationally Successful ST131-C1-M27 Subclade but Distinct From Non-human Sources.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-3, bla SHV-12, and bla TEM-1, which confer resistance to beta-lactam antibiotics. Other resistance genes such as aadA5, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, mph(A), sul1, sul2, tet(A), and dfrA17, dfrA12, dfrA1, and dfrA14 were also characterized, providing insights into the multidrug resistance profiles of ESBL-producing E. coli isolates in Finland.
A Genomic and Bioinformatics View of the Classification and Evolution of Morganella Species and Their Chromosomal Accessory Genetic Elements Harboring Antimicrobial Resistance Genes.
The study identified 88 acquired antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in 166 Morganella isolates, with a focus on tetracycline, aminoglycoside, sulfonamide, trimethoprim, and beta-lactam resistance genes. Key ARGs included blaKPC-2, blaNDM-1, aacA4, aadA5, dfrA17, catB3, arr-3, blaOXA-1, aacA4cr, mph(A), rmtB, sul2, floR, qnrS1, tetA, and ermB.
Similarities in Virulence and Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Gene Profiles among Cefotaxime-Resistant Escherichia coli Wastewater and Clinical Isolates.
The study identifies several beta-lactamase genes, including blaCTX-M-1, blaKPC-2, blaTEM-350, blaOXA-1, and blaCTX-M-15, as well as various aminoglycoside, macrolide, and tetracycline resistance genes in cefotaxime-resistant E. coli isolates from hospital and urban wastewater. Mutations in parC, parE, and gyrA contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Prevalence and Profiles of Antibiotic Resistance Genes mph(A) and qnrB in Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL)-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated from Dairy Calf Feces.
The study identified the presence of mph(A) and qnrB resistance genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from dairy calves, highlighting their association with specific bla CTX-M groups and age-related prevalence.
Prevalence and Profiles of Antibiotic Resistance Genes mph(A) and qnrB in Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL)-Producing Escherichia coli Isolated from Dairy Calf Feces.
The study identified the presence of mph(A) and qnrB resistance genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from dairy calves, highlighting their association with specific bla CTX-M groups and age-related prevalence.
Comparative Analysis of Bacillus cereus Group Isolates' Resistance Using Disk Diffusion and Broth Microdilution and the Correlation between Antimicrobial Resistance Phenotypes and Genotypes.
The study identified several antimicrobial resistance genes in Bacillus cereus group isolates, including beta-lactamase-encoding genes (bla1, blaZ, blaTEM), mph for erythromycin resistance, rph for rifampicin resistance, and fosB for fosfomycin resistance. These genes were detected using ABRIcate and MEGARes 2.0 database, and their association with resistance phenotypes was analyzed.
First identification of bla (NDM-5) producing Escherichia coli from neonates and a HIV infected adult in Tanzania.
The study identifies bla NDM-5 producing Escherichia coli in Tanzania, highlighting the presence of carbapenem resistance and other resistance genes on various plasmids.
Virulome and genome analyses identify associations between antimicrobial resistance genes and virulence factors in highly drug-resistant Escherichia coli isolated from veal calves.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in highly drug-resistant Escherichia coli isolates from veal calves, including blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-15, mph(A), erm(B), aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS1, aadA5, aadA1, aph(3')-Ic, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6')-Id, sul1, sul2, tet(A), and tet(B). Additionally, mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N) and parC (A56T) were found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genomic diversity and antimicrobial resistance among non-typhoidal Salmonella associated with human disease in The Gambia.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in non-typhoidal Salmonella isolates from The Gambia, including aac(6')-Iaa_1, aph_3_Ib, aph_6_Id, dfrA14, dfrA7, dfrA8, blaTEM-1B, catA1_1, fosA7_1, mph_A, sul1, sul2, tet_A, and tet_B. These genes confer resistance to aminoglycosides, trimethoprim, beta-lactams, chloramphenicol, fosfomycin, macrolides, sulfonamides, and tetracyclines. The study also found that multidrug resistance (MDR) was primarily associated with Salmonella serovar Enteritidis, especially in the eastern region.
Global population structure of the Serratia marcescens complex and identification of hospital-adapted lineages in the complex.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes and mutations in the Serratia marcescens complex, highlighting the presence of hospital-adapted lineages with a high prevalence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) strains. Key AMR genes include blaCTX-M, blaNDM, blaOXA, qnrS1, tet(A), aac(6')-Ib, mph(A), erm(B), aadA, floR, sul1, and dfrA12, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines, aminoglycosides, macrolides, florfenicol, sulfonamides, and trimethoprim.
Identification and genetic characterization of two conjugative plasmids that confer azithromycin resistance in Salmonella.
The study identifies two conjugative plasmids and a non-transferable virulence plasmid that encode azithromycin resistance in Salmonella. The resistance is conferred by the erm(B) gene and the IS 26-mph(A)-mrx-mphR- IS 6100 genetic structure.
Whole Genome Sequence Analysis of Multidrug Resistant Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae Strains in Kuwait.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates from Kuwait, including beta-lactamases (blaKPC-2, blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaCMY-4, blaTEM), aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes (aac(3)-IIa, aph(6)-Id, aadA5), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2), quinolone resistance genes (gyrA_D87N, qnrB1), and others. Colistin resistance was linked to the pmrB_R256G mutation.
Use of genomics to explore AMR persistence in an outdoor pig farm with low antimicrobial usage.
The study identified various AMR genes in E. coli isolates from a low antimicrobial usage pig farm, highlighting the persistence of multidrug-resistant strains despite minimal selective pressure.
IncFIB-4.1 and IncFIB-4.2 Single-Replicon Plasmids: Small Backbones with Large Accessory Regions.
The study characterizes several AMR genes and mutations in IncFIB-4.1 and IncFIB-4.2 plasmids, highlighting their role in conferring resistance to various antibiotics.
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.
Decreased Susceptibility of Shigella Isolates to Azithromycin in Children in Tehran, Iran.
The study identified the mph(A) gene as the primary mechanism of azithromycin resistance in Shigella isolates from Tehran, Iran, with 49.2% of isolates carrying this gene.
Using whole-genome sequence data to examine the epidemiology of antimicrobial resistance in Escherichia coli from wild meso-mammals and environmental sources on swine farms, conservation areas, and the Grand River watershed in southern Ontario, Canada.
The study identified several AMR genes in E. coli isolates from wild meso-mammals and environmental sources, including blaTEM-1, tet(A), tet(B), sul1, sul2, aph(3”)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, blaCMY-2, qnrS1, and floR. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, aminoglycosides, and quinolones.
Drinking water chlorination has minor effects on the intestinal flora and resistomes of Bangladeshi children.
The study identified several antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in the gut microbiome of Bangladeshi children, including bla CTX-M, mph(A), qnrS1, mdf(A), tet(A), sul2, aadA5, tet(X), erm(X), nimE, dfrA17, bla TEM, and ant(6’)-Ia. These genes were associated with resistance to various antibiotics such as third-generation cephalosporins, azithromycin, fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, streptomycin, spectinomycin, macrolides, lincosamides, streptogramin B, nitroimidazoles, trimethoprim, penicillins, and aminoglycosides.
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.
In vitro Synergistic Activities of Fosfomycin in Combination with Other Antimicrobial Agents Against Carbapenem-Resistant Escherichia coli Harboring bla (NDM-1) on the IncN2 Plasmid and a Study of the Genomic Characteristics of These Pathogens.
The study identified several AMR genes in bla NDM-1 -harboring CREC isolates, including bla NDM-1, aac(3)-IId, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aadA5, aadA16, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB6, ARR-3, dfrA17, dfrA27, sul1, sul2, tet(A), mph(A), bla TEM-1C, bla TEM-57, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and bla CMY-2. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, rifampicin, trimethoprim, sulfonamides, tetracycline, and macrolides.
Epidemiology of Klebsiella michiganensis Carrying Multidrug-Resistant IncHI5 Plasmids in the Southeast Coastal Area of China.
The study identified multiple AMR genes on IncHI5 plasmids in Klebsiella michiganensis, including beta-lactamases (blaCTX-M-3, blaTEM-1, blaSHV-12, blaIMP-4, blaNDM-1, blaOXA-1, blaOXA-16, blaSFO-1, blaSIM-1), aminoglycoside modifying enzymes (aacA4, arr3, aadA5, gcu37, dfrA1), chloramphenicol acetyltransferase (catA2), streptomycin resistance genes (strA, strB), macrolide resistance genes (msrAB, mph(A)), and quaternary ammonium compound resistance gene (qacG2).
Mechanism of action, resistance, synergism, and clinical implications of azithromycin.
The paper discusses various mechanisms of macrolide resistance, including mutations in 23S rRNA, ribosomal proteins L4 and L22, and the presence of genes such as ermB, mphA, mef(E), and efflux pumps like lpeAB and CmeABC. These mechanisms contribute to high-level macrolide resistance in several bacterial species.
Comparison of Two Distinct Subpopulations of Klebsiella pneumoniae ST16 Co-Occurring in a Single Patient.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in Klebsiella pneumoniae ST16 isolates, including bla NDM-4, bla OXA-181, and a frameshift mutation in acrR, contributing to carbapenem and fluoroquinolone resistance.
Urban Wildlife Crisis: Australian Silver Gull Is a Bystander Host to Widespread Clinical Antibiotic Resistance.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes, including bla_IMP-4, bla_SHV-12, sul1, sul2, mphA, and floR, in Escherichia coli isolates from Australian silver gulls, highlighting the role of wildlife in the spread of clinical antibiotic resistance.
Genetic Characterization of a Conjugative Plasmid That Encodes Azithromycin Resistance in Enterobacteriaceae.
The study identifies a conjugative plasmid carrying three macrolide resistance genes: erm(B), a novel erm(42) gene, and mph(A), which confer resistance to azithromycin in Enterobacteriaceae.
Multidrug Resistance Genes Carried by a Novel Transposon Tn7376 and a Genomic Island Named MMGI-4 in a Pathogenic Morganella morganii Isolate.
The study identifies a novel transposon Tn7376 and a genomic island MMGI-4 in a multidrug-resistant Morganella morganii isolate, carrying multiple antimicrobial resistance genes including dfrA24, mph(A), aadA1, sul1, floR, catA2, cmlA1, aph(3')-Ia, aac(6')-Ib-cr, tet(A), tet(B), arr-3, blaTEM-1B, blaDHA-17, blaCARB-2, blaOXA-1, blaCTX-M-3, and fosA3.
Hybrid Plasmids Encoding Antimicrobial Resistance and Virulence Traits Among Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae ST2096 in India.
The study characterizes hybrid plasmids in MDR-HvKp ST2096 isolates from India, identifying multiple AMR genes such as bla NDM-5, bla OXA-232, aadA2, armA, and others, along with virulence genes like rmpA2 and iucABCD.
Occurrence and Genomic Characterization of Clone ST1193 Clonotype 14-64 in Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections Caused by Escherichia coli in Spain.
The study identified the occurrence of fluoroquinolone-resistant ST1193 clone in uncomplicated urinary tract infections (uUTI) caused by Escherichia coli in Spain. Several AMR genes and mutations were characterized, including blaTEM-1B, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, mdf(A), mph(A), sul2, dfrA14, dfrA17, sitABCD, and chromosomal mutations in gyrA (S83L, D87N), parC (S80I), and parE (L416F).
KPC-3-, GES-5-, and VIM-1-Producing Enterobacterales Isolated from Urban Ponds.
The study identified bla KPC-3, bla GES-5, and bla VIM genes in various Enterobacterales isolates from urban ponds, highlighting their role in carbapenem resistance.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Virulence Characteristics of Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolates in Kenya by Whole-Genome Sequencing.
The study identified several AMR genes in K. pneumoniae isolates from Kenya, including blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-181, blaOXA-181, blaNDM-1, mcr-8, armA, rmtF, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3")-ib, aph(6)-id, dfrA, sul2, qnrB, tetA, and catII, which confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, carbapenems, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines, and chloramphenicol.
Clinical and Genomic Investigation of an International Ceftriaxone- and Azithromycin-Resistant Shigella sonnei Cluster among Men Who Have Sex with Men, Montréal, Canada 2017-2019.
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 an O101:H9-ST167 NDM-5-Producing Escherichia coli Strain from a Kitten in Italy.
The study characterizes an NDM-5-producing Escherichia coli ST167 strain from a kitten in Italy, highlighting the presence of multiple AMR genes including blaNDM-5, bla_ble, blaAmpH, blaAmpC1, and others, along with mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Cross-Sectional Survey of Antibiotic Resistance in Extended Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Enterobacteriaceae Isolated from Pigs in Greece.
The study identified a high prevalence of ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae in Greek pigs, with a focus on resistance mechanisms involving bla CTX-M1/15, bla TEM, and bla SHV genes, as well as resistance to fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, macrolides, and colistin.
Characterization of β-Lactamases and Multidrug Resistance Mechanisms in Enterobacterales from Hospital Effluents and Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The study identified several β-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-27, bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-30, and bla SHV-12, along with a variety of other AMR genes such as aadA5, aph(3''-Ib), aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IIa, sul1, sul2, dfrA17, dfrA14, qnrB1, tet(A), mph(A), qacE∆, and catB3, which confer resistance to various antibiotics in Enterobacterales isolated from hospital effluents and wastewater treatment plants.
Genomic Analysis of a Highly Virulent NDM-1-Producing Escherichia coli ST162 Infecting a Pygmy Sperm Whale (Kogia breviceps) in South America.
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant NDM-1-producing E. coli ST162 strain isolated from a pygmy sperm whale, highlighting the presence of various AMR genes including blaNDM-1, blaTEM-1C, blaOXA-1, and others, as well as mutations in gyrA and parC contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Occurrence of antibiotics and bacterial resistance genes in wastewater: resistance mechanisms and antimicrobial resistance control approaches.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations associated with resistance to various antibiotics in wastewater environments, highlighting the role of these genes in the spread of antimicrobial resistance.
Genetic Analysis of Carbapenem-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii Isolates from India: Identification of Resistance Islands and Mobile Genetic Elements
This study identified various AMR genes including blaOXA-23, blaNDM-1, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, armA, mph, msr, cmlA1, ARR-2, sul1, sul2, tet(B), and blaPER-7 in carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii isolates from India. These genes were found to be associated with resistance islands and mobile genetic elements, contributing to the spread of multidrug resistance.
Characterization of NDM-5 Carbapenemase-Encoding Gene (bla (NDM-5)) - Positive Multidrug Resistant Commensal Escherichia coli from Diarrheal Patients.
The study characterizes the bla NDM-5 gene in multidrug-resistant commensal E. coli from diarrheal patients, highlighting its resistance to various antibiotics and its potential for horizontal transfer.
First Report of bla (CTX-M-167), bla (SHV-1), and bla (TEM-1B) Carrying Klebsiella pneumonia Showing High-Level Resistance to Carbapenems.
The study identifies the first report of a carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae strain carrying bla CTX-M-167, bla TEM-1B, and bla SHV-1, along with other resistance genes such as qnrS1, aac(6')-1b-cr, aadA16, tet(A), fosA, sul1, and mph(A).
Multiple Mechanisms Confer Resistance to Azithromycin in Shigella in Bangladesh: a Comprehensive Whole Genome-Based Approach.
The study identifies mph(A), erm(B), and msr(E) as key genes contributing to azithromycin resistance in Shigella isolates from Bangladesh, highlighting the role of plasmid-borne resistance gene clusters in the dissemination of resistance.
Distribution of ESBL/AmpC-Escherichia coli on a Dairy Farm.
The study identified ESBL/AmpC-producing E. coli on a dairy farm, with a high prevalence in calves. Key resistance genes included blaCTX-M-1, blaCTX-M-15, floR, strA, strB, catA, aadA, dfrA, tetA, tetR, tetY, mph(A), and TEM-105.
A tale of two plasmids: contributions of plasmid associated phenotypes to epidemiological success among Shigella.
The study identifies that the plasmid pKSR100 confers a broader range of antimicrobial resistance compared to pAPR100, contributing to its greater epidemiological success. pKSR100 carries more AMR genes, including those for macrolides, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, and tetracyclines, while pAPR100 has fewer AMR genes, primarily for macrolides, beta-lactams, and tetracyclines.
Molecular characterization of extended spectrum cephalosporin resistant Escherichia coli isolated from livestock and in-contact humans in Southeast Nigeria.
The study identified four variants of bla CTX-M (CTX-M-15, CTX-M-55, CTX-M-64, and CTX-M-65) in extended-spectrum cephalosporin-resistant Escherichia coli from livestock and in-contact humans in Southeast Nigeria. Other AMR genes such as bla TEM-1b, aac 3-IId, qnr S1, and sul 2 were also characterized.
Emergence of a Novel NDM-5-Producing Sequence Type 4523 Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain Causing Bloodstream Infection in China.
The study identifies a novel sequence type 4523 Klebsiella pneumoniae strain, ST4523, which is resistant to multiple antibiotics, including carbapenems, and carries the bla NDM-5 gene on a plasmid. The strain also possesses various other resistance genes on plasmids pSHX180-1 and pSHX180-NDM5.
Molecular characterization of multi drug resistant Escherichia coli isolates at a tertiary hospital in Abuja, Nigeria.
The study identified several AMR genes in multi-drug resistant E. coli isolates, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-65, bla OXA-1, bla OXA-2, bla CMY-2, bla NDM-1, bla NDM-5, aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IIe, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aad A5, ant(2′′)-Ia, aph(3′′)-Ib, aph(3′′)-VI, aph(6)-Id, ermB, ermD, fosA3, fosA7, mdtM, emrD, sul1, sul2, sul3, tetA, tetB, tetM, dfrA1, dfrA7, dfrA8, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17, dfrA82, dfrB4, qepA, qepA1, qepA2, qepA4, qnrB19, qnrS1, qacE, catA1, catA2, catB3, cmlA1, mphA.
Dissecting microbial communities and resistomes for interconnected humans, soil, and livestock.
The study identified qnrS1 as a quinolone resistance gene present in both broiler chicken and human samples, indicating potential transmission between these hosts.
Macrolide Resistance and In Vitro Potentiation by Peptidomimetics in Porcine Clinical Escherichia coli.
The study identifies erm(B), mph(A), mph(B), and mef(C) as acquired macrolide resistance genes in porcine clinical E. coli, demonstrating their association with increased macrolide MICs and the potential of peptidomimetics to potentiate macrolide activity.
Antimicrobial resistance of Salmonella Indiana from retail chickens in China and emergence of an mcr-1-harboring isolate with concurrent resistance to ciprofloxacin, cefotaxime, and colistin.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Salmonella Indiana isolates, including bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-28, bla CTX-M-79, aac(6')-Ib-cr, oqxAB, and mcr-1, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics.
Prevalence and risk factors of bacterial enteric pathogens in men who have sex with men: A cross-sectional study at the UK's largest sexual health service.
The study identified the mphA gene, a marker of azithromycin resistance, as commonly carried by men who have sex with men, especially those with bacterial enteric pathogens.
Genomic Characterization of an Extensively Drug-Resistant Extra-Intestinal Pathogenic (ExPEC) Escherichia coli Clinical Isolate Co-Producing Two Carbapenemases and a 16S rRNA Methylase.
The study describes an extensively drug-resistant (XDR) E. coli ST361 isolate co-carrying bla KPC-3, bla NDM-5, and various other resistance genes on multiple plasmids, showing resistance to nearly all antibiotics except tigecycline, colistin, and fosfomycin.
Detection and characterization of ESBL-producing Escherichia coli and additional co-existence with mcr genes from river water in northern Thailand.
The study identified ESBL-producing E. coli in river water in northern Thailand, with bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-14, and bla CTX-M-27 being the most prevalent beta-lactamase genes. Additionally, mcr-1.1 and mcr-3.4 genes were found to confer resistance to colistin. Various other resistance genes were also characterized, including aac(3)-IId, aadA5, ant(3″)-Ia, aph(3″)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, qnrS1, mdf(A), erm(B), mph(A), floR, sul2, sul3, tet(A), tet(X), tet(M), dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA17, cmlA1, catA2, lnu(F), and erm(42).
Antimicrobial resistance: mechanisms and implications
The review discusses various molecular mechanisms of antibiotic resistance, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, tetracycline resistance genes, and efflux pumps, highlighting their roles in conferring resistance to multiple antibiotics.
The hazard of carbapenemase (OXA-181)-producing Escherichia coli spreading in pig and veal calf holdings in Italy in the genomics era: Risk of spill over and spill back between humans and animals.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including bla OXA-181, bla TEM-1B, aac (3)-IId, aad A2, cml A1, dfr A12, mef (B), sul 3, tet (A), tet (M), incX3, incX1, incFII, qnr S1, aph (3″)-Ib, aph (6)-Id, flo R, lnu (F), sul 2, sul 3, tet (B), mph (A), mph (G), qnr B4, rmt B, and fos A3, in OXA-181-producing E. coli isolates from pigs and bovines in Italy. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, cephalosporins, penicillins, aminoglycosides, trimethoprim, macrolides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, and fosfomycin.
The hazard of carbapenemase (OXA-181)-producing Escherichia coli spreading in pig and veal calf holdings in Italy in the genomics era: Risk of spill over and spill back between humans and animals.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including bla OXA-181, bla TEM-1B, aac (3)-IId, aad A2, cml A1, dfr A12, mef (B), sul 3, tet (A), tet (M), incX3, incX1, incFII, qnr S1, aph (3″)-Ib, aph (6)-Id, flo R, lnu (F), sul 2, sul 3, tet (B), mph (A), mph (G), qnr B4, rmt B, and fos A3, in OXA-181-producing E. coli isolates from pigs and bovines in Italy. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, cephalosporins, penicillins, aminoglycosides, trimethoprim, macrolides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, and fosfomycin.
Isolation, Identification, and Genetic Characterization of Antibiotic Resistance of Salmonella Species Isolated from Chicken Farms.
The study identified several AMR genes in Salmonella isolates from chicken farms in Egypt, including blaTEM, blaSHV, ermB, ereA, and mphA, which conferred resistance to ampicillin, erythromycin, and lincomycin.
Genomic Analysis of Klebsiella pneumoniae ST258 Strain Coproducing KPC-2 and CTX-M-14 Isolated from Poultry in the Brazilian Amazon Region.
The study characterizes a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST258 strain (KP411) isolated from poultry in the Brazilian Amazon, which carries several AMR genes including blaKPC-2, blaCTX-M-14, and others, highlighting the potential of food-producing animals as reservoirs of MDR clones.
ggMOB: Elucidation of genomic conjugative features and associated cargo genes across bacterial genera using genus-genus mobilization networks.
The study identifies various conjugative features and associated cargo genes, highlighting the significant role of conjugation in the spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) across bacterial genera. Key AMR genes such as Tn916, CTn341, SXT, ICEEc2, ICEclc, Tn1549, and Tn4555 were found to be prevalent in conjugative genomes, demonstrating their involvement in the dissemination of resistance traits.
Genomic Characterization of ESBL/AmpC-Producing Escherichia coli in Stray Dogs Sheltered in Yangzhou, China.
The study identified several beta-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-55, and others, along with additional resistance genes such as tet(A), qnrS1, and oqxAB, contributing to multidrug resistance in ESBL/AmpC-producing E. coli isolated from stray dogs in Yangzhou, China.
Molecular and Clinical Characteristics of Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolates at a Tertiary Hospital in Wuhan, China.
The study identified multiple carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CRKP) isolates carrying various resistance genes, including blaKPC-1, blaCTX-M-65, blaTEM-1, blaSHV-182, rmtB, aadA2, APH(3')-Ia, sul1, sul2, QnrS1, mphA, FosA6, floR, and tet(A). These genes confer resistance to carbapenems, beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, fluoroquinolones, macrolides, fosfomycin, chloramphenicol, and tetracyclines.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Mechanisms of Azithromycin Resistance in Nontyphoidal Salmonella Isolates in Taiwan, 2017 to 2018.
The study identifies mph(A), erm(42), erm(B), and ramAp as the primary mechanisms of azithromycin resistance in non-typhoidal Salmonella isolates from Taiwan.
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.
Genome-wide association studies reveal distinct genetic correlates and increased heritability of antimicrobial resistance in Vibrio cholerae under anaerobic conditions.
The study identifies genes associated with antimicrobial resistance in Vibrio cholerae under anaerobic conditions, highlighting the importance of environmental factors in resistance development.
Increasing trend of antimicrobial resistance in Shigella associated with MSM transmission in Barcelona, 2020-21: outbreak of XRD Shigella sonnei and dissemination of ESBL-producing Shigella flexneri.
The study reports an increasing trend of antimicrobial resistance in Shigella spp. among MSM in Barcelona, primarily due to the spread of XDR ESBL-producing S. sonnei and MDR ESBL-producing S. flexneri. Key AMR genes identified include bla CTX-M-27, mph(A), erm(B), dfrA17, sul1, and aadA5, along with fluoroquinolone resistance mutations in gyrA (S83L) and parC (S80I).
In silico analyses of diversity and dissemination of antimicrobial resistance genes and mobile genetics elements, for plasmids of enteric pathogens.
The study identifies a diverse array of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes across various plasmid replicon types in enteric pathogens, highlighting the prevalence of resistance genes in plasmids such as IncHI2, IncN, IncA/C, IncP, IncHI1, and IncFIA. Key AMR genes include aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IIg, aac(6')-Ib3, aadA1, aadA5, aph(3'')-Ib, bla CMY-2, bla CTX-M-27, bla NDM-1, mcr-9.1, and others, which confer resistance to antibiotics such as gentamicin, cephalosporins, carbapenems, colistin, and tetracycline.
Silver nanoparticles enhance the efficacy of aminoglycosides against antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
The study identifies several AMR genes, including mcr-1, mcr-3, mcr-4, aadA5, catA1, bla CMY-2, bla CTX-M-55, dfrA17, fosA, mph(A), rmtB, strA, strB, sul1, sul2, bla TEM-1B, and bla CMY-48, which confer resistance to various antibiotics in different bacterial strains.
Characterization of Extensively Drug-Resistant Salmonella enterica Serovar Kentucky Sequence Type 198 Isolates from Chicken Meat Products in Xuancheng, China.
Extensively drug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198 isolates from chicken meat products in Xuancheng, China, were characterized. These isolates carried multiple resistance genes, including bla CTX-M-55, bla TEM-1B, aac(3)-IId, aadA17, rmtB, tet(A), floR, lnu(F), arr-2, qnrS1, sul1, mph(A), and fosA3, and mutations in gyrA (S83F, D87N) and parC (S80I), leading to resistance against several antimicrobial agents.
Integrative omics identifies conserved and pathogen-specific responses of sepsis-causing bacteria.
The study identified various AMR genes in sepsis-causing bacteria, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, tetracycline resistance genes, and others, highlighting the complexity of AMR in these pathogens.
Antibiotics and Bacterial Resistance-A Short Story of an Endless Arms Race.
The paper discusses the mechanisms of antibiotic actions and bacterial resistance strategies, highlighting the challenges posed by multidrug-resistant microbes and the need for new antimicrobial agents.
Characterization of resistance genes and plasmids from sick children caused by Salmonella enterica resistance to azithromycin in Shenzhen, China.
The study identified the mphA gene as the primary resistance determinant for azithromycin in Salmonella enterica isolates from Shenzhen, China. The gene was found on various plasmids and showed high sequence identity across different plasmid structures.
Genome profiling of uropathogenic E. coli from strictly defined community-acquired UTI in paediatric patients: a multicentric study.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in E. coli isolates from pediatric UTI cases, including bla CTX-M-15, bla NDM-5, bla OXA-1, and others, highlighting the presence of high-risk clones like ST131 and ST167.
Extensively Drug-Resistant Shigella flexneri 2a, California, USA, 2022
The study identifies multiple AMR genes in an extensively drug-resistant Shigella flexneri 2a isolate, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, mph(A), qnrS1, tet(B), dfrA17, sul1, and gyrA D87N+S83L, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics. Whole-genome sequencing confirmed the presence of these genes and guided effective treatment with fosfomycin.
Concordance between Genotypic and Phenotypic Drug-Resistant Profiles of Shigella Isolates from Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China, 2005 to 2016.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in Shigella isolates from Taiyuan City, including beta-lactamases (blaTEM-1, blaOXA-1, blaCTX-M-14, blaCTX-M-55), quinolone resistance genes (qnrS1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IId), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetB), macrolide resistance genes (mphA, ermB), and chloramphenicol resistance gene (catI). Mutations in gyrA and parC were associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genomic Characteristics of a Multidrug-Resistant ST648 Escherichia coli Isolate Co-Carrying bla(KPC-2) and bla(CTX-M-15) Genes Recovered from a Respiratory Infection in China.
The study identifies a multidrug-resistant ST648 Escherichia coli isolate carrying bla(KPC-2) and bla(CTX-M-15) genes, along with other resistance genes such as tet(B), mdf(A), mph(A), dfrA17, aadA5, and sul1.
A global genomic analysis of Salmonella Concord reveals lineages with high antimicrobial resistance in Ethiopia.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in Salmonella enterica serovar Concord, including sul1, sul2, blaCTX-M-15, qnrA1, qnrB2, and mph(A), which contribute to multidrug resistance (MDR), extensive drug resistance (XDR), and pandrug resistance (PDR).
Whole-Genome Sequencing Revealed the Fusion Plasmids Capable of Transmission and Acquisition of Both Antimicrobial Resistance and Hypervirulence Determinants in Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolates.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes and hypervirulence determinants in multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates, highlighting the role of fusion plasmids in the transmission of these traits.
Urinary Plasmids Reduce Permissivity to Coliphage Infection.
Urinary E. coli plasmids reduce permissivity to coliphage infection. Specific plasmid-encoded genes such as bla TEM-1B, aadA5, aac(6′)-Ib-cr, tet(B), sul2, dfrA17, mph(A), qacE, catB3, traT, and senB contribute to antibiotic resistance and phage resistance.
Expansion of healthcare-associated hypervirulent KPC-2-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae ST11/KL64 beyond hospital settings.
Two carbapenem-resistant K. pneumoniae strains (PINH-4250 and PINH-4900) were recovered from the Pinheiros River, carrying the blaKPC-2 carbapenemase gene and other resistance determinants. They exhibited a broad resistome and hypervirulent behavior.
Investigation of multidrug-resistant plasmids from carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae clinical isolates from Pakistan.
The study identified 34 antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in multidrug-resistant (MDR) plasmids from carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae clinical isolates in Pakistan, including bla NDM-1, bla OXA-48, and various beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside resistance genes, and others.
Dominance of Escherichia coli sequence types ST73, ST95, ST127 and ST131 in Australian urine isolates: a genomic analysis of antimicrobial resistance and virulence linked to F plasmids.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes in E. coli isolates from Australian urine samples, including blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-14, blaTEM-28, sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA17, dfrA5, dfrA1, dfrB4, tetA, tetB, mphA, cmlA1, cmlA5, catB3, sat2, qnrD1, fosA7, aac(3)-IId, aac(3)-IIe, aph(3')-IIa, aph(6)-Id, ant(3'')-IIa, intI1, and intI2. These genes were associated with resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, sulfonamides, trimethoprim, tetracycline, macrolides, chloramphenicol, streptothricin, quinolones, fosfomycin, and aminoglycosides.
Case of Extensively Drug-Resistant Shigella sonnei Infection, United States
The study reports a case of extensively drug-resistant Shigella sonnei infection in an immunocompromised patient, highlighting the challenge of identifying XDR strains using traditional microbiological methods and emphasizing the need for whole-genome sequencing for accurate diagnosis. The isolate exhibited resistance to all first-line antimicrobials, including ciprofloxacin, azithromycin, and ceftriaxone, and carried several AMR genes such as blaCTX-M-27, qnrB19, mph(A), sul1, sul2, dfrA1, dfrA17, and tet(A).
Genomic Characterization of Fecal Escherichia coli Isolates with Reduced Susceptibility to Beta-Lactam Antimicrobials from Wild Hogs and Coyotes.
The study identified beta-lactamase genes (blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-55, blaCTX-M-27), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetB, tetC), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(3)-IId, aadA5, ant(3")-Ia, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3")-lb, aph(6)-ld), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), amphenicol resistance gene (floR), trimethoprim resistance genes (dfrA1, dfrA17), and MLS resistance genes (Inu(F), erm(B), mph(A)) in E. coli isolates from coyotes and wild hogs. Additionally, chromosomal mutations in ampC, gyrA, parC, and parE were found to confer resistance to beta-lactam and quinolone antibiotics.
The impact of applying various de novo assembly and correction tools on the identification of genome characterization, drug resistance, and virulence factors of clinical isolates using ONT sequencing.
The study evaluates the impact of various de novo assembly and read correction tools on the identification of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes, plasmids, and virulence factors in clinical Escherichia coli isolates using Oxford Nanopore sequencing. It highlights the effectiveness of Flye and Canu in detecting AMR genes and the importance of read correction tools like Medaka and Racon in improving assembly quality and AMR gene detection.
Antimicrobial resistance heterogeneity among multidrug-resistant Gram-negative pathogens: Phenotypic, genotypic, and proteomic analysis.
The study identified various AMR genes in multidrug-resistant Gram-negative pathogens, highlighting the prevalence of bla CTX-M-15, bla CMY-42, bla NDM-5, aadA, bla TEM-1B, bla OXA-232, bla NDM-1, rmtB, rmtC, bla VEB, bla VIM-2, aph(3'), strA/B, bla OXA-23, aph (3′), catB, dfrB, bla VIM-2, fosA, oqxA, oqxB, bla OXA-23, bla CARB, bla OXA-91, bla OXA-51, bla PAO, bla SHV, aph (3′)-Ib, aph (6)-Id, mphE, msrE, ermB, mphA, aadA, rmtB, qnrB, dfrA, sul1, sul2, and fosA7.
Genomic and functional portrait of multidrug-resistant, hydrogen sulfide (H(2)S)-producing variants of Escherichia coli.
The study identified multidrug-resistant, hydrogen sulfide-producing variants of Escherichia coli from Bangladesh, highlighting the presence of various AMR genes such as bla TEM1B, bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-65, bla CTX-M-123, aadA1, aadA2, aph (3')-Ia, aph (3'')-Ib, aph (6)-Id, tet(A), tet(M), sul3, sul2, dfrA12, mph(A), floR, cmlA1, qacL, and qnrS1.
Poultry production as the main reservoir of ciprofloxacin- and tigecycline-resistant extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198.2-2 causing human infections in China.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198.2-2, including blaCTX-M-14b, blaCTX-M-55, blaTEM-1B, aadA7, aph(3')-Ia, aac(3)-IId, rmtB, tet(A), sul1, dfrA14, floR, lnu(F), mph(A), arr-2, and fosA3, which confer resistance to various antibiotics. Mutations in gyrA and parC also contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
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.
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.
Emergence of Raoultella ornithinolytica in human infections from different hospitals in Ecuador with OXA-48-producing resistance.
The study identifies the presence of bla OXA-48, ORN-1, and mphA genes in Raoultella ornithinolytica strains isolated from Ecuador, contributing to carbapenem, beta-lactam, and macrolide resistance, respectively.
Virulence Factors and Antimicrobial Resistance of Uropathogenic Escherichia coli EQ101 UPEC Isolated from UTI Patient in Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in the E. coli EQ101 isolate, including genes involved in antibiotic efflux, inactivation, and drug replacement. Key resistance genes include TolC, emrR, evgA, qacEdelta1, H-NS, cpxA, mdtM, aadA5, mphA, CTX-M-15, sul1, and dfrA14.
Antibiotic Resistance Mediated by Escherichia coli in Kuwait Marine Environment as Revealed through Genomic Analysis.
The study identified various antibiotic resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from Kuwait's marine environment, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, fluoroquinolone resistance genes, sulfonamide resistance genes, tetracycline resistance genes, and macrolide resistance genes. Additionally, the MFS-type drug efflux gene mdfA was commonly found in E. coli isolates.
Polyclonal Multidrug ESBL-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae and Emergence of Susceptible Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae ST23 Isolates in Mozambique.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Klebsiella isolates, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1, bla SHV, and bla OXA-1, which confer resistance to beta-lactams. Other genes like aac(3)-IIa, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrB1, qnrB6, catA1, catA2, catB3, dfrA5, dfrA7, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfrA27, sul1, sul2, mph(A), tet(A), tet(D), fosA, ARR-3, and oqxAB were also found, contributing to resistance against aminoglycosides, quinolones, chloramphenicol, trimethoprim, sulfamethoxazole, macrolides, tetracycline, fosfomycin, rifampicin, and quinolones respectively. Mutations in ompK36, ompK37, and acrR were associated with resistance to cephalosporins and fluoroquinolones, while mutations in RamR were linked to tigecycline resistance.
Whole genome sequencing of increased number of azithromycin-resistant Shigella flexneri 1b isolates in Ontario.
The study identifies the mph(A) gene as a key determinant of azithromycin resistance in Shigella flexneri 1b isolates in Ontario, with plasmid-borne resistance being a significant factor.
Multidrug resistance plasmids underlie clonal expansions and international spread of Salmonella enterica serotype 1,4,[5],12:i:- ST34 in Southeast Asia.
The study identified multidrug resistance plasmids, including IncA/C2 and IncHI2, which carry genes such as blaCTX-M-55, qnrS1, mcr-3.1, and mphA, contributing to the clonal expansion and international spread of Salmonella enterica ST34 in Southeast Asia.
Genetic Characterization of Extensively Drug-Resistant Shigella sonnei Infections, Spain, 2021-2022.
Genomic Analysis of Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Strains Isolated in Tamaulipas, Mexico.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in multidrug-resistant E. coli strains isolated from human clinical, animal, and environmental sources in Tamaulipas, Mexico. These genes include beta-lactamases (bla CTX-M-15, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-1B, bla CMY-2), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aac(6')-Ib-cr, aph(3')-Ia, aph(3')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aadA1, aadA2, aadA5, aac3-IIa), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul2, sul3), phenicol resistance gene (catB3), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B)), quaternary ammonium resistance genes (qacE, qacL), macrolide resistance genes (mdfA, mphA), and quinolone resistance gene (qnrB).
Synergistic effects of polymyxin and vancomycin combinations on carbapenem- and polymyxin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae and their molecular characteristics.
Molecular characterization of IncFII plasmid carrying bla(NDM-5) in a Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium ST34 clinical isolate in China.
The study identifies the IncFII plasmid pIncFII-NDM5 carrying the blaNDM-5 gene as the primary mechanism of carbapenem resistance in a Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium ST34 clinical isolate. The plasmid also carries additional resistance genes including bleMBL, mph(A), and blaTEM-1.
Characterization of Salmonella enterica serovar Isangi from South Africa, 2020-2021.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Salmonella Isangi isolates, including ESBL genes like bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-22, bla CTX-M-3, and others, as well as plasmid-mediated AmpC genes like bla DHA-1 and bla NDM-1. Resistance to multiple antibiotics was observed, highlighting the need for continued monitoring of AMR in this serovar.
Decoding the genetic structure of conjugative plasmids in international clones of Klebsiella pneumoniae: A deep dive into blaKPC, blaNDM, blaOXA-48, and blaGES genes.
The study characterizes the genetic structure of plasmids harboring major carbapenemase genes (blaKPC, blaNDM, blaOXA-48, and blaGES) in Klebsiella pneumoniae, identifying the most prevalent allele types and their co-occurrence with other resistance genes.
Genomic analysis of azithromycin-resistant Salmonella from food animals at slaughter and processing, and retail meats, 2011-2021, United States.
Resistome and virulome of high-risk pandemic clones of multidrug-resistant extra-intestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli (ExPEC) isolated from tertiary healthcare settings in Uganda.
The study identified various AMR genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates, including blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1B, blaOXA-1, and others, which confer resistance to beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, macrolides, and quinolones. Additionally, chromosomal mutations in gyrA and parC were found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
CRISPR-Cas9-mediated IncF plasmid curing in extraintestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli.
The study identified several AMR genes carried on IncF plasmids in MDR ExPEC strains, including bla TEM-1, aac(3)-IId, tet(A), aph(6)-Id, aph(3')-Ib, mphA, sul1, sul2, aadA5, dfrA17, strAB, qacEdelta1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, catB3, bla OXA-1, bla CTX-M-27, and aac(6')-Ib-cr5. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and chloramphenicol.
Genomic characterization of tigecycline-resistant Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from hospital sewage.
The study identifies tet(X4) and tmexCD1-toprJ1 as key genes contributing to tigecycline resistance in E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates from hospital sewage, highlighting the role of plasmid-mediated resistance and efflux pump overexpression.
Occurrence and temporal distribution of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli in clams from the Central Adriatic, Italy.
The study identified several β-lactamase genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-55, bla SHV12, bla CMY-2, bla TEM-1B, bla TEM-106, and bla TEM-126, which confer resistance to various β-lactam antibiotics. Other resistance genes such as aac(6′)-Ib-cr, qnrS1, tet(A), tet(B), tet(M), aadA5, aadA2b, sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA17, dfrA5, dfrA14, dfrA12, mph(A), cmlA1, catA2, aac(3)-IIa, aac(3)-IId, and lnu(F) were also characterized, providing insights into the multidrug resistance profiles of ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from clams in the Central Adriatic.
Molecular epidemiology and pathogenomics of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producing- Escherichia coli and - Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from bulk tank milk in Tennessee, USA.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in ESBL-producing E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates from bulk tank milk, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant strains with resistance to beta-lactams, fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, and tetracyclines.
Gut microbiome and antibiotic resistance effects during travelers' diarrhea treatment and prevention.
The study found that twice-daily rifaximin prophylaxis significantly increased antibiotic resistance gene (ARG) abundance in the gut microbiome, while other treatment groups showed no significant changes. Several ARGs, including blaTEM-1, mdtM, sul2, aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib, erm(B), mph(A), qepA4, qnrB19, qnrS1, and arr, were identified in E. coli isolates from the TrEAT TD cohort.
Serovars, Virulence and Antimicrobial Resistance Genes of Non-Typhoidal Salmonella Strains from Dairy Systems in Mexico.
Early-Onset Infection Caused by Escherichia coli Sequence Type 1193 in Late Preterm and Full-Term Neonates.
The study identifies several AMR genes in E. coli ST1193 strains causing early-onset sepsis in neonates, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, mph(A), aac(6')-Ib-cr, dfrA17, aph(6)-Id, aac(3)-IIa, aph(3”)-Ib, sul2, catB3, sitABCD, tet(B), and blaTEM-1B, which confer resistance to various antibiotics.
Convergence of resistance and evolutionary responses in Escherichia coli and Salmonella enterica co-inhabiting chicken farms in China.
The study identifies several clinically relevant AMR genes, including bla CTX-M, APH(3), floR, mphA, and qnrS1, which are associated with resistance to various antibiotics in E. coli and S. enterica isolates from chicken farms in China.
Mechanism for transmission and pathogenesis of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales harboring the carbapenemase IMP and clinical countermeasures.
The study identifies blaIMP-4 and blaIMP-26 as carbapenemase genes responsible for carbapenem resistance in Enterobacterales. Additionally, various other AMR genes such as aac(6')-lb3, armAC, aph(3'')-lb, aph(6)-ld, aadA5, aac(6')-llc, aac(3)-IId, dfrA19, dfrA1, sul1, tet(D), tet(A), qnrS1, qnrB4, msr(E), mph(E), ere(A), mph(A), mcr-9, and ARR-3 were characterized for their roles in resistance to different antibiotics.
Genomic Characterization of Two NDM-5-Producing Isolates of Klebsiella pneumoniae ST11 from a Single Patient.
The study identified two NDM-5-producing K. pneumoniae ST11 isolates from a single patient, highlighting the presence of multiple acquired antimicrobial resistance genes, including blaNDM-5, blaCTX-M-15, and rmtB, along with other resistance determinants.
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.
In-depth characterization of multidrug-resistant NDM-1 and KPC-3 co-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae bloodstream isolates from Italian hospital patients.
The study characterized multidrug-resistant NDM-1 and KPC-3 co-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae bloodstream isolates, identifying several AMR genes and mutations associated with resistance to various antibiotics.
Multidrug-resistant conjugative plasmid carrying mphA confers increased antimicrobial resistance in Shigella.
The study identifies the mphA gene as a key factor in macrolide resistance in Shigella, carried on a conjugative plasmid, leading to increased resistance to azithromycin.
Global transmission of extended-spectrum cephalosporin resistance in Escherichia coli driven by epidemic plasmids.
The study identifies several epidemic plasmid subtypes carrying extended-spectrum cephalosporin resistance (ESC-R) genes, including bla CTX-M-1, bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, and bla CMY-2, which are responsible for the global dissemination of ESC-R in Escherichia coli.
Persistent Colonization of Ciprofloxacin-Resistant and Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase (ESBL)-Producing Salmonella enterica Serovar Kentucky ST198 in a Patient with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
The study characterizes three ciprofloxacin-resistant and extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198 strains from a single patient with inflammatory bowel disease, highlighting their multidrug-resistant profile and potential epidemiological links to strains from chicken meat.
Klebsiella pneumoniae sequence type 147: a high-risk clone increasingly associated with plasmids carrying both resistance and virulence elements.
The study identified various AMR genes and mutations in Klebsiella pneumoniae ST147 isolates, including bla NDM-5, bla NDM-1, bla OXA-181, bla OXA-232, bla OXA-48, aadA1, aph(3')-VI, bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B/C, bla OXA-9, truncated catA1, qnrS1, sul1, dfrA5, mph(A), erm(B), aac(6')-Ib, aac(6')-Ib3, sul2, aph(3')-Ia, rmtB, fosA, oqxAB, bla SHV-11/67, arr-3, and catB3.
Characterization of Escherichia coli pathogenicity and drug resistance in yolk peritonitis.
The study identified multiple drug resistance genes in E. coli isolates from yolk peritonitis cases, including aadA5, APH(3")-Ib, APH(6)-Id, TEM-1, sul1, sul2, parC, gyrA, mfd, kdpE, mphA, and Mrx, which confer resistance to aminoglycosides, beta-lactams, sulfonamides, and fluoroquinolones.
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.
Azithromycin resistance in Escherichia coli and Salmonella from food-producing animals and meat in Europe.
The study identified several macrolide resistance genes, including mph(A), mph(B), mef(B), erm(B), mef(C)-mph(G), erm(C), erm(42), ere(A), and msr(E)-mph(E), associated with azithromycin resistance in E. coli and Salmonella from food-producing animals and meat in Europe. The study also highlighted the importance of the mph(A) operon structure and its regulatory region in determining azithromycin resistance.
Multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli causing canine pyometra and urinary tract infections are genetically related but distinct from those causing prostatic abscesses.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant E. coli strains causing infections in dogs and cats, including bla CTX-M-14, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-27, bla CTX-M-55, bla CMY-2, bla CMY-148, aac(6')-Ib-cr, qnrS1, qnrB6, aadA2, aadA5, aadA16, ant(3′′)-Ia, aph(3′)-Ia, aph(3′′)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, rmtB, floR, cmlA, catA, sul1, sul2, sul3, dfrA12, dfrA14, dfr17, dfrA27, tet(A), tet(B), tet(M), mph(A), erm(B), lnu(F), and arr-3, as well as the gyrA:p.S83L mutation.
Genomic analysis of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli from Urban Environmental water sources in Accra, Ghana, Provides Insights into public health implications.
The study identified several AMR genes in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from urban environmental water sources in Accra, Ghana, highlighting the presence of beta-lactamases (blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1C, blaDHA-1, blaOXA-1, blaOXA-181), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul2, sul1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aph(6)-Id, aadA2, mph(A)), quinolone resistance gene (qnrS1), tetracycline resistance gene (tet(B)), chloramphenicol resistance gene (catA1), dihydrofolate reductase (dfrA14), and others.
Molecular and clinical epidemiology of carbapenem resistant Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Enterobacterales in Fiji: a multicentre prospective observational study.
The study identified several carbapenem-resistant genes, including bla OXA-23, bla OXA-66, bla NDM-1, bla OXA-50, bla OXA-395, bla NDM-7, and bla NDM-5, in various bacterial species in Fiji.
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.
Selection and horizontal gene transfer underlie microdiversity-level heterogeneity in resistance gene fate during wastewater treatment.
The study identifies several resistance genes, including mphA, msrE, tet(39), sul1, sul2, mer, qac, and aadA, which were found to be associated with hospital sewage and showed variations in their persistence in activated sludge. These genes contribute to resistance against macrolides, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, mercury, quaternary ammonium compounds, and aminoglycosides.
Genomic characterization of multi drug resistant ESBL-producing Escherichia coli isolates from patients and patient environments in a teaching hospital in Ghana.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in ESBL-producing E. coli isolates from patients and the hospital environment, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, bla OXA-1, and various aminoglycoside, macrolide, tetracycline, sulfonamide, and trimethoprim resistance genes. Additionally, PMQR genes like qnrS1, qnrB19, qnrB4, and qepA4 were detected, contributing to quinolone resistance.
Plasmid-mediated azithromycin resistance in non-typhoidal Salmonella recovered from human infections.
The study identifies the plasmid-mediated azithromycin resistance gene mph(A) in 10 non-typhoidal Salmonella isolates, highlighting the spread of this gene on various plasmids and its association with multidrug resistance.
Population genomics uncovers global distribution, antimicrobial resistance, and virulence genes of the opportunistic pathogen Klebsiella aerogenes.
The study characterizes various antimicrobial resistance genes in Klebsiella aerogenes, including beta-lactamases, carbapenemases, and colistin resistance genes, highlighting the diversity and global distribution of these resistance mechanisms.
Azithromycin-resistant mph(A)-positive Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi in the United States.
The study reports the first two cases of azithromycin-resistant mph(A)-positive Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi in the United States, highlighting the emergence of plasmid-mediated azithromycin resistance in Typhi strains.
Characterization of azithromycin-resistant Shigella flexneri serotype 2a isolates using whole genome sequencing in Ontario from 2016 to 2018.
The study identified the presence of mph(A) and erm(B) genes on plasmids in azithromycin-resistant Shigella flexneri serotype 2a isolates, contributing to resistance against azithromycin.
Antibiotic Resistance Genes and Plasmid Characteristics in Enterobacteriaceae Isolated from Fresh Produce
The study identified several antibiotic resistance genes on plasmids and chromosomes of Enterobacteriaceae strains isolated from fresh produce, highlighting the diversity of resistance mechanisms and the potential for horizontal gene transfer.
Genomic Characteristics of a Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Co-Carrying bla (NDM-5) and bla (KPC-2) Capsular Type KL25 Recovered from a County Level Hospital in China.
The study reports the genomic characteristics of a multidrug-resistant ST11 Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate SM117 with capsular serotype KL25, co-carrying bla NDM-5, two copies of bla KPC-2, and multiple plasmid-borne virulence genes. The isolate shows resistance to all antibiotics except polymyxin.
Genomic Characterization of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing and Third-Generation Cephalosporin-Resistant Escherichia coli Isolated from Stools of Primary Healthcare Patients in Ethiopia.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in E. coli isolates, including bla CTX-M-15, bla TEM-1B, tet(A), qnrS1, and others, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance in the region.
Comprehensive Genomic Analysis of Uropathogenic E. coli: Virulence Factors, Antimicrobial Resistance, and Mobile Genetic Elements.
The study identified numerous antimicrobial resistance genes and mutations in uropathogenic E. coli isolates, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside modifying enzymes, tetracycline resistance genes, and quinolone resistance genes. Mutations in gyrA, parC, parE, and marR were associated with fluoroquinolone resistance, while mutations in PmrB, CyaA, GlpT, PtsI, and UhpT were linked to fosfomycin resistance.
Investigation on the mechanisms of carbapenem resistance among the non-carbapenemase-producing carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae.
The study identified non-carbapenemase β-lactamase genes and chromosomal mutations, including missense mutation or loss of ompK36 porin and frameshift missense mutation in efflux pump systems, as potential mechanisms of carbapenem resistance in NC-CRKP.
Trends in shigellosis notifications in England, January 2016 to March 2023.
The study identifies bla CTX-M-27 and bla CTX-M-15 as key contributors to third-generation cephalosporin resistance in Shigella species, with distinct associations with sexual transmission and travel. Azithromycin resistance is linked to ermB and mphA, while ciprofloxacin resistance is associated with mutations in gyrA, parC, and qnr genes.
Whole-genome sequencing of Klebsiella pneumoniae MDR circulating in a pediatric hospital setting: a comprehensive genome analysis of isolates from Guayaquil, Ecuador.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in K. pneumoniae isolates from Ecuador, including bla KPC-3, bla OXA-9, aadA1, aac(6')-Ib-AKT, and mutations in ompK35, ompK36, ompK37, gyrA, parC, and acrR, contributing to resistance against beta-lactams, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, and other antibiotics.
Genomic analysis of Enterobacteriaceae from colorectal cancer patients at a tertiary hospital in Ghana: a case-control study.
The study identified various antimicrobial resistance genes in Enterobacteriaceae isolated from colorectal cancer patients and healthy controls, including ampC2, ampH, strA, strB, mphA, sul1, sul2, tetA, tetR, and dfrA14.
First report of carbapenems encoding multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria from a pediatric hospital in Gaza Strip, Palestine.
The study identified multiple carbapenem resistance genes, including bla KPC-2, bla PDC-36/12, and bla POM-1, in multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria isolated from a pediatric hospital in the Gaza Strip. These genes were found in various bacterial species such as Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Analyzing Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria from Wastewater in Pakistan Using Whole-Genome Sequencing.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in wastewater isolates from Pakistan, highlighting the presence of carbapenemases like blaNDM-5 and blaOXA-1, as well as quinolone resistance determinants such as gyrA and parC mutations. These findings emphasize the role of wastewater as a reservoir for clinically relevant AMR genes.
Combatting extensively drug-resistant Salmonella: a global perspective on outbreaks, impacts, and control strategies.
The paper discusses the emergence and global spread of extensively drug-resistant (XDR) Salmonella, highlighting the resistance mechanisms involving genes such as blaCTX-M-15, floR, cat1, cat2, strA, strB, aacC(3), aadA, ant(3")-Ia, aph(3)-IIa, tet(A), tet(B), tet(D), tet(G), tet(H), dfrA10, dhfrXII, sul1, sul2, sul3, mphA, and ermB.
Azithromycin Resistance Patterns in Escherichia coli and Shigella before and after COVID-19, Kenya.
The study identified the macrolide resistance gene mph(A) as the most common AMR gene detected in E. coli and Shigella isolates, with a significant increase in azithromycin resistance post-COVID-19.
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.
Increased Severity of Multidrug-Resistant Shigella sonnei Infections in People Experiencing Homelessness.
The study identifies a clonal expansion of multidrug-resistant Shigella sonnei (genotype 3.6.1.1.2) with resistance to multiple antibiotics, including ampicillin, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, ciprofloxacin, and azithromycin.
First Detection of High-Level Aminoglycoside-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae and Enterobacter cloacae Isolates Due to 16S rRNA Methyltransferases with and Without bla(NDM) in Uruguay.
The study identifies the first detection of high-level aminoglycoside-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae and Enterobacter cloacae isolates in Uruguay, carrying 16S rRNA methyltransferases (rmtB, rmtC, rmtD) along with carbapenemase genes (bla NDM-5, bla NDM-1).
Resistome phylodynamics of multidrug-resistant Shigella isolated from diarrheal patients.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant Shigella strains, including beta-lactamases, macrolide resistance genes, quinolone resistance genes, and chromosomal mutations contributing to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Genomic perspective on the bacillus causing paratyphoid B fever.
The study identified mutations in the gyrA gene associated with reduced susceptibility to fluoroquinolones in Salmonella enterica serotype paratyphi B strains.
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.
Emergence of mcr-8.1-bearing MDR-hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae ST307.
The study identifies the colistin resistance gene mcr-8.1 in multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST307 isolates from Armenia, highlighting the emergence of this gene in the region.
Fecal carriage of ESBL-producing E. coli and genetic characterization in rural children and livestock in the Somali region, Ethiopia: a one health approach.
The study identified bla CTX-M-15 as the most prevalent ESBL gene in both human and animal E. coli isolates, along with other resistance genes such as bla TEM-1B, bla OXA-1, and various aminoglycoside, sulfonamide, and trimethoprim resistance genes. Mutations in gyrA, parC, and parE were also associated with fluoroquinolone resistance.
Diversity and Resistance Profiles of ESBL-Producing Gram-Negative Bacteria from Dairy Farms in Southern Türkiye.
The study identified ESBL-producing Gram-negative bacteria, including E. coli and C. freundii, carrying the blaCTX-M-15 gene, along with additional resistance genes such as qnrS1, sul1, aadA5, dfrA17, and mph(A). These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics, highlighting the spread of multidrug-resistant strains in dairy farms in southern Türkiye.
Can α-Mangostin and Photodynamic Therapy Support Ciprofloxacin in the Inactivation of Uropathogenic Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus Strains?
The study identified several antibiotic resistance genes in clinical strains of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, including blaZ, grlA, grlB, gyrA, mecA, ermC, aph(6)-Id, aph(3")-Ib, aadA5, blaCTX-M-27, mph(A), sul1, sul2, tet(A), and dfrA17. These genes confer resistance to various antibiotics such as beta-lactams, fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, tetracyclines, and macrolides.
Pandemic one health clones of Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae producing CTX-M-14, CTX-M-27, CTX-M-55 and CTX-M-65 ESβLs among companion animals in northern Ecuador.
The study identifies CTX-M-55, CTX-M-65, CTX-M-27, and CTX-M-14 ESβL-producing E. coli and K. pneumoniae in companion animals in Ecuador, highlighting their global One Health significance and the need for surveillance programs.
Effect of one prophylactic dose of azithromycin on Bifidobacterium infantis colonization in infants from the Mumta trial.
The study found that a single prophylactic dose of azithromycin increased Bifidobacterium infantis colonization and reduced bacterial enteropathogen count in infants. The macrolide resistance gene mph(A) was prevalent in 68.7% of the cohort.
Molecular Epidemiology and In-Depth Characterization of Klebsiella pneumoniae Clinical Isolates from Armenia.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in K. pneumoniae isolates from Armenia, highlighting the presence of XDR and MDR strains with resistance to various antibiotics, including carbapenems, aminoglycosides, and quinolones.
Occurrence of "under-the-radar" antibiotic resistance in anthropogenically affected produce.
The study identifies several clinically relevant AMR genes, including beta-lactamases (bla CTX-M, bla TEM, bla SHV, bla VIM-1), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA5, dfrA17, mph(A)), quinolone resistance gene (qnrS1), and sulfonamide resistance gene (sul1), which were found in anthropogenically affected lettuce samples. These genes were associated with multidrug-resistant (MDR) Enterobacteriaceae and were capable of horizontal gene transfer.
Tracing the evolution: the rise of Salmonella Thompson co-resistant to clinically important antibiotics in China, 1997-2020.
The study identifies the IncC plasmid as a major driver of co-resistance to ciprofloxacin, cefotaxime, and azithromycin in Salmonella Thompson isolates in China, with specific resistance genes including qnrS1, qepA4, blaCMY-2, and mph(A).
Tracing the evolution: the rise of Salmonella Thompson co-resistant to clinically important antibiotics in China, 1997-2020.
The study identifies the IncC plasmid as a major driver of co-resistance to ciprofloxacin, cefotaxime, and azithromycin in Salmonella Thompson isolates in China, with specific resistance genes including qnrS1, qepA4, blaCMY-2, and mph(A).
The rise in domestic shigellosis and the genomic characteristics of Shigella clones linked to men who have sex with men in Taiwan, 2015‒2022.
The study identifies several AMR genes and mutations in Shigella clones associated with men who have sex with men (MSM) in Taiwan, highlighting the emergence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) strains.
Genomic epidemiology and antimicrobial resistance of Morganella clinical isolates between 2016 and 2023.
The study identified several AMR genes in Morganella clinical isolates, including tet(B), sul1, catA2, sul2, floR, aadA1, and others, contributing to resistance against various antibiotics.
Eradication of Helicobacter pylori reshapes gut microbiota and facilitates the evolution of antimicrobial resistance through gene transfer and genomic mutations in the gut.
H. pylori eradication led to the enrichment of various AMR genes, including beta-lactamases, macrolide phosphotransferases, erythromycin ribosome methyltransferases, sulfonamide resistance proteins, tetracycline efflux pumps, dihydrofolate reductase, quaternary ammonium compound efflux pumps, and aminoglycoside phosphotransferases. Additionally, genomic mutations in parC, parE, and gyrA were associated with fluoroquinolone resistance in E. coli.
Circulation of a Unique Klebsiella pneumoniae Clone, ST147 NDM-1/OXA-48, in Two Diverse Hospitals in Calabria (Italy).
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including bla OXA-48, bla NDM-1, bla CTX-M-15, and bla SHV, in K. pneumoniae strains from two hospitals in Calabria, Italy, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant clones.
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.
Molecular epidemiology of a multidrug-resistant Shigella sonnei outbreak in Tunisia (2022-2023) using whole-genome sequencing.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes and mutations in a multidrug-resistant Shigella sonnei outbreak in Tunisia, including blaCTX-M-15, dfrA1, qnrS1, sul2, tet(A), mph(A), and blaTEM-35, along with the D87Y mutation in gyrA.
Whole-genome sequencing-based species classification, multilocus sequence typing, and antibiotic resistance mechanisms of the clinical Aeromonas complex.
The study identified multiple beta-lactamase genes, including bla NDM-1, bla PER-3, and bla OXA-1, along with other resistance genes such as aac(6′)-Ib-cr6, aph(3″)-Ib, and floR, which contribute to resistance against various antibiotics in Aeromonas isolates.
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.
Genomic analysis of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli isolated from dairy cows in Shihezi city, Xinjiang, China.
The study identified key AMR genes, including mphA, qnrS1, and bla CTX-M-55, in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from dairy cows in Shihezi City, China, highlighting the presence of resistance to macrolides, quinolones, and beta-lactams.
Vibrio cholerae O47 associated with a cholera-like diarrheal outbreak concurrent with seasonal cholera in Bangladesh.
The study identified multidrug-resistant (MDR) Vibrio cholerae O47 isolates with resistance to azithromycin, ciprofloxacin, erythromycin, tetracycline, ampicillin, and sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim. Key resistance mechanisms included the efflux pump gene mphA, the quinolone resistance gene qnrVC, and mutations in gyrA (S83) and parC (S85).
Genomic characterization of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli spread among chickens and healthy residents in Lombok, Indonesia.
The study identifies bla CTX-M-55, bla CTX-M-15, bla CTX-M-1, bla CMY-2, and bla DHA-1 as the most prevalent extended-spectrum β-lactamase genes in E. coli isolates from chickens and humans in Lombok, Indonesia. Additionally, the study characterizes a 200 kb IncHI1 plasmid carrying multiple resistance genes, including aac(3)-IId, aph(6)-Id, aph(3’’)-Ib, aadA17, mph(A), Inu(F), qnrS1, sul2, and dfrA14, contributing to multidrug resistance.
Pan-genome analysis of the Enterobacter hormaechei complex highlights its genomic flexibility and pertinence as a multidrug resistant pathogen.
The study identifies a wide range of antibiotic resistance genes in the Enterobacter hormaechei complex, highlighting its multidrug-resistant nature and the role of mobile genetic elements in the dissemination of resistance.
First report of multidrug-resistant and pathogenic Plesiomonas shigelloides from endangered crested ibis (Nipponia nippon).
The study reports the first isolation of multidrug-resistant and pathogenic Plesiomonas shigelloides from the endangered crested ibis, highlighting the presence of resistance genes such as blaTEM, aac(6')-Ib3, aac(6')-Ib-cr, mph(A), arr-2, tet(A), qacEΔ1, dfrA1, and sulI.
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.
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.
AmrProfiler: A Comprehensive Tool for Antimicrobial Resistance Gene Detection and Analysis
AmrProfiler identifies a wide range of AMR genes and mutations across multiple bacterial species, demonstrating high accuracy and broader species coverage compared to existing tools.
Computational investigation of natural compounds as inhibitors against macrolide-resistant protein using virtual screening, molecular docking and MD simulations.
The study identifies natural compounds that show high binding affinity against enzymes involved in macrolide resistance, including ErmAM, EreC, mphA, mphB, and the tripartite macrolide-specific efflux pump. These compounds demonstrate potential as inhibitors of macrolide resistance mechanisms.
The First Case of Antimicrobial-Resistant Salmonella Stanley ST29 Diagnosed Secondary to Acute Cholecystitis.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in Salmonella Stanley ST29, including beta-lactamases, quinolone resistance genes, macrolide resistance genes, and others, contributing to resistance against various antibiotics.
Prevalence of azithromycin resistance after the COVID-19 era in clinical bacterial isolates from a tertiary care hospital in Gurugram, India.
The study found that 22% of clinical bacterial isolates from a tertiary care hospital in Gurugram, India, were resistant to azithromycin. The mphA gene, which encodes a macrolide 2'-phosphotransferase, was detected in 11 out of 17 azithromycin-resistant isolates, suggesting its role in mediating azithromycin resistance.
Molecular characterization of multidrug-resistant E. coli recovered from diarrheagenic children under 5 years from Mukuru Informal Settlement, Nairobi, Kenya, based on whole-genome sequencing analysis.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and mutations in multidrug-resistant E. coli isolates from diarrheagenic children in Nairobi, Kenya, highlighting the presence of blaTEM-1B, blaCTX-M-15, qnrS1, qnrB4, aac(6')-Ib-cr, and other resistance mechanisms.
Dogs fed raw meat-based diets are vectors of drug-resistant Salmonella infection in humans.
Dogs fed raw meat-based diets are vectors of drug-resistant Salmonella infection in humans.
Nationwide surveillance of carbapenem-resistant Gram-negative pathogens in the Lebanese environment.
The study identified carbapenem-resistant Gram-negative bacteria in various environmental samples in Lebanon, including Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Acinetobacter baumannii. Key resistance genes detected include bla NDM-5, bla OXA-23, bla OXA-66, mexAB-OprM, bla IMP-1, and others, highlighting the widespread presence of carbapenem resistance in the environment.
Genomic insights into antibiotic-resistant non-typhoidal Salmonella isolates from outpatients in Minhang District in Shanghai.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes and mutations in non-typhoidal Salmonella isolates from Minhang District, Shanghai, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug-resistant strains and the role of specific genetic elements in resistance mechanisms.
Occurrence and Drivers of Antibiotic Resistance Genes Carried by Bacteriophages in Soils Following Different Fertilization Treatments.
The study identified 19 pARG subtypes in soils with different fertilization treatments, highlighting the impact of organic fertilizers on the diversity and abundance of antibiotic resistance genes carried by bacteriophages.
Multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST70 harboring bla(NDM) in a migratory Penguin.
The study identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in a multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST70 isolate from a Magellanic Penguin, highlighting the potential of migratory penguins as vectors of antimicrobial-resistant microorganisms.
Variants of β-lactamase-encoding genes are disseminated by multiple genetically distinct lineages of bloodstream Escherichia coli.
The study identified multiple β-lactamase genes, including bla TEM-1, bla CTX-M-15, and bla OXA-1, along with other AMR genes such as aadA5, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, mphA, sul1, sul2, tetA, dfrA17, and aac(6')-Ib-cr5, which confer resistance to various antimicrobial classes in bloodstream E. coli isolates.
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.
Emergence of highly virulent Aeromonas dhakensis in channel catfish aquaculture: Genomic insights into pathogenicity and antimicrobial resistance.
The study identified 60 antibiotic resistance genes in the highly virulent Aeromonas dhakensis strain CWH5, including genes conferring resistance to multiple drug classes such as beta-lactams, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and macrolides.
Emergence of highly virulent Aeromonas dhakensis in channel catfish aquaculture: Genomic insights into pathogenicity and antimicrobial resistance.
The study identified 60 antibiotic resistance genes in the highly virulent Aeromonas dhakensis strain CWH5, including genes conferring resistance to multiple drug classes such as beta-lactams, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and macrolides.
Genomic features of three major diarrhoeagenic Escherichia coli pathotypes in India.
The study identifies a variety of acquired antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in diarrhoeagenic Escherichia coli (DEC) strains from India, highlighting the prevalence of resistance to multiple antibiotic classes, including aminoglycosides, beta-lactams, sulfonamides, and tetracyclines. Key AMR genes include blaTEM-105, strB, strA, mphA, sul1, sul2, addA1-pm, tetA, tetB, blaCTX-M15, blaCTX-M27, and blaDHA-1. Additionally, mutations in the quinolone resistance-determining regions (QRDRs) of gyrA and parC were found to contribute to fluoroquinolone resistance.
Antimicrobial resistance and virulence gene profiles of Escherichia coli isolated from poultry farms using One Health perspective in Abeokuta, Nigeria.
The study identified 30 different resistance determinants in 14 whole genome sequenced E. coli isolates from poultry farms in Abeokuta, Nigeria. These included genes such as blaTEM-1B, blaCARB-2, aph(3'')-Ib, aph(6)-Id, floR, sul1, sul2, tet(A), and tet(B), among others, which conferred resistance to various antimicrobial classes.
Highly drug-resistant Vibrio cholerae harbouring blaPER-7 isolated from travellers returning to England.
The study identifies highly drug-resistant Vibrio cholerae isolates harboring the blaPER-7 gene, which confers resistance to extended-spectrum cephalosporins, and the mph(A) gene, which confers resistance to azithromycin. These genes are located on a YemVchMDR1 element, which also contains other resistance genes.
Co-resistance and plasmid-mediated co-dissemination of florfenicol and azithromycin resistance in non-O157 Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli from cattle in Xinjiang, China.
The study identified the florfenicol resistance gene floR and the azithromycin resistance gene mph(A) in non-O157 STEC strains from cattle in Xinjiang, China. These genes were found on plasmids capable of horizontal transfer, contributing to the co-resistance and dissemination of resistance to florfenicol and azithromycin.
Epidemiological and biological characteristics of IncR plasmids as multihost antibiotic resistance carriers.
The study characterizes various AMR genes carried by IncR plasmids, highlighting their role in the dissemination of resistance to carbapenems, cephalosporins, fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, and tetracyclines.
Unveiling the Genetic Diversity and Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles of Salmonella Population From 2016 to 2020 in Thai Canal Water.
The study identified 50 acquired resistance genes and seven chromosomal-mediated gene mutations in Salmonella populations from Thai canal water, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug-resistant strains and the diversity of resistance mechanisms.
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.
Emergence of carbapenem-resistant Salmonella Mbandaka through IS26-driven bla(NDM-1) mobilization and chromosomal structural variation.
The study reports the first documented isolation of a carbapenem-resistant Salmonella Mbandaka strain, highlighting the role of IS26 in the mobilization of blaNDM-1 and chromosomal structural variation.
Cefiderocol-resistant pathogens in German hospital wastewater: a reservoir for multidrug resistance.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including bla NDM−1, bla VIM−1, bla OXA−48, and bla KPC−2, in cefiderocol-resistant isolates from German hospital wastewater, highlighting the presence of multidrug-resistant pathogens with diverse resistance mechanisms.
Clonal Dissemination of Pandrug-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST392KL27 in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Mexico.
Evidence of ESBL plasmid transfer and selective persistence of multiple host-associated Escherichia coli isolates in a chicken cecal fermentation model.
The study identifies multiple ESBL-producing E. coli isolates and characterizes their resistance genes, highlighting the transfer of bla CTX-M-1 plasmids among isolates in a chicken cecal fermentation model.
Antibiotic resistance and novel Sequence Types of Klebsiella spp. in human, animal, and food sources: a One Health perspective from Northern Nigeria.
The study identified various AMR genes in Klebsiella spp. isolates from human, animal, and food sources, including strB, qnrS1, sul2, tetA, dfrA14, blaTEM-1, and blaSHV-11, which conferred resistance to multiple antibiotics.
Unveiling community structure, antimicrobial resistance, and virulence factor of a wastewater sample of dairy farm located in mayurbhanj, odisha, india.
The study identified several antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in a dairy wastewater sample, including beta-lactamases, aminoglycoside acetyltransferases, tetracycline resistance proteins, quinolone resistance proteins, and macrolide ribosome methyltransferases. These genes were found in various bacterial species such as Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Whole-Genome Sequencing Uncovers Chromosomal and Plasmid-Borne Multidrug Resistance and Virulence Genes in Poultry-Associated Escherichia coli from Nigeria.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in a multidrug-resistant E. coli strain from poultry in Nigeria, including blaCTX-M-15, blaOXA-1, blaTEM-1, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA5, aph(3'')-Ib, sul1, sul2, tet(A), mph(A), and dfrA17, highlighting the role of plasmids in the spread of resistance.
Genomic Characterization of Pan-Drug Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae KPNW Isolated From UTI Patient in Bangladesh.
The study identifies 42 antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in the pan-drug resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate KPNW, including beta-lactamases (bla CTX-M-15, bla NDM-1, bla OXA-1, bla TEM-63, bla TEM-104, bla SHV-28), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A)), and efflux pump genes (oqxA, oqxB, marA, marR, ompK37, pbp3, crp, h-ns, kpnG, kpnH, parC, rsmA). Additionally, the isolate shows resistance to polymyxin B and colistin through modifications in lipid A (eptB, arnT, lptD, msbA, vanG) and other mechanisms.
Whole-genome sequencing reveals Enterobacter hormaechei as a key bloodstream pathogen in six tertiary care hospitals in southwestern Nigeria.
The study identifies several AMR genes in Enterobacter hormaechei and Enterobacter cloacae, including bla ACT-45, bla CTX-M-15, bla NDM-1, dfrA14, mcr10.1, aac(3)-Ile, aph(3′)-Ib, qnrB1, sul1, sul2, tet(A), catA1, and mphA, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance in these species.
No evidence of multidrug-resistant Enterobacterales transmission between healthy companion animals and pet owners in the greater Atlanta area: a pilot study.
The study identified several AMR genes and mutations in E. coli isolates from both humans and pets, including blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1B, and mutations in gyrA and parC. These findings highlight the presence of multidrug-resistant Enterobacterales in healthy individuals and their companion animals.
Diversity and antimicrobial resistance among bacterial isolates from finfish aquaculture in Thailand.
The study identified high levels of antimicrobial resistance in bacterial isolates from finfish aquaculture in Thailand, with particular emphasis on beta-lactam, tetracycline, and fluoroquinolone resistance in Gram-negative bacteria, and beta-lactam, macrolide, fluoroquinolone, and peptide resistance in Gram-positive bacteria. Unique resistance gene families, such as the SMR efflux pump and OXA beta-lactamase, were found in Aeromonas spp. and V. vulnificus.
Genomic and epidemiological characteristics of Shigella boydii in Australia, 1991-2022.
The study identified high levels of antimicrobial resistance in Shigella boydii, with over 60% of isolates classified as multidrug-resistant. Key resistance genes included blaCTX-M-15, blaCTX-M-3, blaDHA-1, mphA, sul1, sul2, dfrA1, dfrA14, dfrA5, dfrA12, dfrA17, dfrA7, aadA1, aph(3’’)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, tet(A), and tet(B). Mutations in gyrA and parC were associated with ciprofloxacin resistance and reduced susceptibility.
Azithromycin resistance in nontyphoidal Salmonella in an urban informal settlement in Nairobi, Kenya.
The study identified several AMR genes in nontyphoidal Salmonella isolates, including aac(6')-Iaa, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, ant(3")-Ia, sul1, sul2, dfrA1, dfrA8, tetA, mph(A), bla CTX-M-3, bla TEM-135, bla TEM-1B, and bla TEM-1C. These genes conferred resistance to various antibiotics such as aminoglycosides, sulfonamides, tetracycline, macrolides, and beta-lactams.
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.
Global genomic survey of Salmonella Kentucky: discovery of a chromosomeborne bla(NDM-5) and the emergence of ST314, an MDR clone mediated by the IncR plasmid.
The study discovered a chromosome-borne bla(NDM-5) gene in Salmonella Kentucky and identified the IncR plasmid as a key mediator of antimicrobial resistance in the MDR clone ST314.
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.
Genomic epidemiology reveals statewide dispersal of clinical Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli and their antimicrobial resistome.
The study identifies 93 unique antimicrobial resistance (AMR) determinants in 1,655 clinical Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) isolates from New York State, revealing extensive diversity in AMR genes and plasmid replicon types. Key AMR genes include blaEC, mdtM, acrF, ermD, sul2, sul1, aph(3")-Ib, aph(6)-Id, tet(A), tet(B), aadA1, aph(3′)-Ia, blaTEM-1, floR, dfrA1, dfrA8, aac(3)-IId, aadA2, aadA22, blaCARB-2, blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-1/15/27/55, blaHER-3, blaLAP-2, ampC C11T, fosA7.5, lnu(F), catA1, gyrA S83L, qnrA1/S1, sul3, dfrA7/8/12/14/51, arr-2, erm(B), aph(3′)-IIa, aph (6)-Ic, blaCMY-2, blaCTX-M-14/27, blaHER-3, ble, mef(C), mph(ABG), gyrA D87Y/S83L, qnrB19/S1, dfrA51, and erm(F).
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.
Multidrug resistant hypervirulent ST307 clone from genomic surveillance of extended spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae species complex in East Africa.
The study identifies multiple AMR genes, including blaCTX-M-15, blaTEM-1D, aac(6')-Ib-cr, aadA16, strB, qnrS1, sul2, sul1, catII.2, tet(A), dfrA14, arr-3, and mphA, in ESBL-KpSC isolates from East Africa, highlighting the prevalence of multidrug resistance.
Global geographic and genomic epidemiology analysis of carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli carrying bla(NDM-9).
The study characterizes bla NDM-9 -carrying carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli (CREC) and identifies various antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) contributing to multidrug resistance. It highlights the role of mobile genetic elements in the dissemination of bla NDM-9 and emphasizes the importance of surveillance for these high-risk clones.
Genomic characterisation of multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198 isolates from various sources in Algeria, North Africa.
The study identified multiple AMR genes and chromosomal mutations in multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovar Kentucky ST198 isolates from Algeria, including bla TEM-1B, bla CTX-M-15, aac(3)-Id, aadA7, sul1, tet(A), mph(A), qnrB19, cmlA1, and floR, along with mutations in gyrA and parC genes that confer resistance to ciprofloxacin.
Genetic insights into antimicrobial resistance and virulence characteristics of Salmonella enterica isolated from Nile tilapia sourced from retail markets in Thailand.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in Salmonella enterica isolates from Nile tilapia, including beta-lactamases (bla TEM−1B, bla CTX−M−55, bla CTX−M−14, bla LAP−2), quinolone resistance genes (qnrS1, qnrS13), tetracycline resistance genes (tet(A), tet(B), tet(M)), aminoglycoside resistance genes (aadA2, aph(3’’)-Ib, aph(6)-Id, aac(6’)-Ia), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, sul3), florfenicol resistance gene (floR), and efflux pump systems (mdsABC, mdtK).
An integrated phenotypic and genomic approach to characterize MBL-producing Enterobacterales strains circulating in a Sicilian transplant center.
The study characterizes MBL-producing Enterobacterales strains, identifying NDM-1, NDM-5, and VIM-1 as the most prevalent metallo-beta-lactamases. It also identifies various aminoglycoside, quinolone, and sulfonamide resistance genes, highlighting the multidrug-resistant nature of these isolates.
PanARGMiner (Pan-Genomic Antimicrobial Resistance Gene Miner): An advanced feature selection framework for extracting key resistance genes from pan-genomic datasets.
PanARGMiner effectively identifies key resistance genes from pan-genomic datasets, including both known and novel AMR genes, across multiple bacterial species.
Genomic analysis of multidrug-resistant Salmonellaenterica Serovar Montevideo isolates in China.
The study identified multiple AMR genes in Chinese S. Montevideo isolates, including beta-lactamases (bla TEM−1B, bla OXA−1, bla LAP−2, bla CTX−M−55, bla CTX−M−65, bla DHA−1), quinolone resistance genes (qnrS2, qnrS1, qnrA1, qnrB6, qnrB4, qepA1), macrolide resistance genes (mphA, mphE, msrE, mphB), tetracycline resistance genes (tetA, tetD, tetB), sulfonamide resistance genes (sul1, sul2, dfrA14, dfrA12, dfrA27, sul3), and chloramphenicol resistance genes (floR, catA2, catB3).
A Monitoring Method to Evaluate the Accumulation of Antimicrobial-Resistance Genes in Gram-Negative Bacteria Distributed in Environmental Water.
The study identified multiple antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in Gram-negative bacteria isolated from environmental water samples, including bla NDM-5, bla CTX-M-27, bla DHA-1, and others, indicating the presence of carbapenem-resistant and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing bacteria in the Vietnamese VAC ecosystem.
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.
Antibiotic contamination and antimicrobial resistance dynamics in the urban sewage microbiome in India.
The study identifies multiple antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in urban sewage samples from India, highlighting the presence of genes such as blaTEM, catB, aac(6')-Ib, sul1, ermB, dfrA1, mphA, sul2, blaOXA, blaCTX-M, and qnrS, which confer resistance to various antibiotic classes.
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.
Nucleotide sequence and characterization of erythromycin resistance determinant that encodes macrolide 2'-phosphotransferase I in Escherichia coli.
Nucleotide sequence and characterization of erythromycin resistance determinant that encodes macrolide 2'-phosphotransferase I in Escherichia coli.
The study identified the mphA gene encoding macrolide 2'-phosphotransferase I, which contributes to high-level erythromycin resistance in Escherichia coli.
Nucleotide sequence and characterization of erythromycin resistance determinant that encodes macrolide 2'-phosphotransferase I in Escherichia coli.
Nucleotide sequence and characterization of erythromycin resistance determinant that encodes macrolide 2'-phosphotransferase I in Escherichia coli.
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