High Frequency of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Producing Nosocomial Strains Isolated from a Teaching Hospital in Brazil.

The aim of this study was to investigate the frequency, antimicrobial sensitivity profile, and genetic characteristics of nosocomial strains of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing isolated from inpatients at a teaching hospital in Brazil. The bacterial identification, phenotypic detection of ESBL, and antimicrobial susceptibility profile were performed by the VITEK 2 automated system. Matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization-time of flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS) mass spectrometry was used to confirm the identity of the species and genotyping of ESBL-producing was performed by pulsed-field gel electrophoresis (PFGE).

The Spread of CTX-M-Type Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamases in Brazil: A Systematic Review.

The aim of this study was evaluate the spread of CTX-M-type extended-spectrum β-lactamase variants in microorganisms involved in both hospital- and community-acquired infections in different regions of Brazil to determine their epidemiology and identify areas for further research. Thirty-six studies were included and analyzed. Most of the studies were conducted in the southeastern (66.

[Prevalence of the colonization by Streptococcus agalactiae in pregnant women from a maternity in Ceará, Brazil, correlating with perinatal outcomes].

Purpose: To assess the prevalence of Streptococcus agalactiae, a Group B streptococcus, in pregnant women, and their possible risk factors, as well as the impact of perinatal colonization and antimicrobial susceptibility.

Methods: We evaluated 213 pregnant women from 20 weeks of gestation, regardless of risk factors, attending a tertiary teaching hospital. The technique used was a single sterile swab to collect secretions from the vaginal and perianal regions.