Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5672799 | Journal of Infection and Public Health | 2017 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Several resistant genes, such as vanA, cfr and ermB, mediating resistance in S. aureus, are currently non-existent in Trinidad and Tobago. However, the majority of SCCmec genes were observed, suggesting that there is ongoing nosocomial transmission with minimal community transmission. This calls for stringent antibiotic stewardship and policies in the country.
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Authors
Patrick E. Akpaka, Rashida Roberts, Stefan Monecke,