| Abstrakt: |
A recent study conducted by researchers at Hong Kong Polytechnic University has identified the early detection of Oxa-232-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae (KP) strains in China, predating its global emergence. These strains carry the OXA-232 gene, which confers resistance to carbapenems, a class of antibiotics used to treat severe bacterial infections. The study suggests that the spread of this resistance and virulence is broader and more geographically widespread than previously recognized, with implications for public health. The researchers emphasize the importance of retrospective studies to uncover the true timeline of antibiotic resistance spread and inform future strategies to address this global health crisis. [Extracted from the article] |
