Nosocomial Infections Caused by ESBL

Authors: Abdelrahman Abdelmoktader

Volume 4, Issue 1

Abstract

Nosocomial infection is infection that is acquired in a hospital or other health care facility also called a health careassociated infection (HAI or HCAI), these infections can be caused by many bacteria, nowadays ESBL (Extended spectrum beta-lactamases) appear as a very important cause of nosocomial infections. These are enzymes produced by certain bacteria, are able to hydrolyze beta-lactam antibiotics.

Keywords: ESBL; Î’ Lactamases; Nosocomial

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