Publications by authors named "Mary Byukusenge"
Article Synopsis
- Certain bacteria, such as Enterobacterales spp., are significant human pathogens found in hospitals, often residing in sinks and wastewater areas, which can serve as reservoirs for antimicrobial-resistant strains.
- A study using whole-genome sequencing of 439 bacterial isolates revealed that hospital sink drains are populated by varied bacterial communities, with certain strains like ST635 widely distributed across different wards.
- The research also identified a potential connection between sink bacteria and patient infections, indicating that sinks may contribute to around 10% of infections, while harboring antimicrobial resistance genes that could enhance their transfer among bacteria.
