Identification of bacterial pathogens and antimicrobial susceptibility of early-onset sepsis (EOS) among neonates in Palestinian hospitals: a retrospective observational study.

Background: Early-onset sepsis (EOS) remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in neonates worldwide, particularly in low-income countries. Identification of causative bacterial pathogens and assessment of their antimicrobial susceptibility are essential for guiding appropriate therapy and improving outcomes. The aim of this study was to determine the incidence, bacteriological profile and antibiotic susceptibility patterns of culture-positive EOS among a cohort of neonates in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (oPt).