Publications by authors named "A Schnitt"

Mammaliicocci might play a major role in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) gene transmission between organisms of the family , such as the potentially pathogenic species . The interest of this study was to analyze AMR profiles of mammaliicocci from German dairy farms to evaluate the AMR transmission potential. In total, 65 mammaliicocci isolates from 17 dairy farms with a history of MRSA detection were analyzed for AMR genotypes and phenotypes using whole genome sequencing and antimicrobial susceptibility testing against 19 antibiotics.

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Article Synopsis
  • The study focuses on the transmission of MRSA, specifically the livestock-associated ST398 strain, on German dairy farms.
  • It highlights that whole-genome sequencing of 115 isolates shows high genetic similarity among MRSA across different sources on the farms, indicating cross-species transmission.
  • The findings suggest that MRSA can be spread between animals, humans, and the environment, emphasizing the need for improved hygiene practices during milking and milk handling to minimize infection risks.
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This study aimed to determine the occurrence of methicillin-resistant (MR) non-aureus staphylococci (NAS) on 20 preselected German dairy farms. Farms were selected based on the detection of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) during previous diagnostic investigations. Bacterial culture of presumptive MR-NAS was based on a 2-step enrichment method that has been recommended for MRSA detection.

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Methicillin-resistant (MRSA) have been found on German dairy farms and may be the cause of difficult-to-treat bovine mastitis. Considering the one health approach, MRSA might be transmitted from animals to humans raising the risk for severe infections. On 17 German dairy farms with a history of MRSA detection, MRSA strains were isolated from quarter milk, bulk tank milk, and swab samples of calves, heifers, pigs, and the environment.

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