[Extension of beta-lactamases producing bacteria is a worldwide concern]

Med Sci (Paris). 2009 Nov;25(11):939-44. doi: 10.1051/medsci/20092511939.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Since 2000's, community extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBL) producing bacteria have spread worldwide, i.e. mostly Escherichia coli that produce ESBL such as CTX-M enzymes. Previous cephalosporins and fluoroquinolones usage are the two most frequent risk factors identified in patients that harbor ESBL-producing bacteria. In addition surveys have shown an alarming trend of associated resistance to others classes of antimicrobial agents among isolates. The emergence of ESBL-producing isolates limits the therapeutic options considerably. For serious systemic infections caused by ESBL-producing bacteria, carbapenems should be regarded as drugs of choice. Preventing the spread and appropriately managing these infections caused by community acquired ESBL producing bacteria have become mandatory.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Bacteria / enzymology*
  • Bacteria / pathogenicity
  • Bacterial Infections / epidemiology
  • Escherichia coli / enzymology
  • Escherichia coli Infections / epidemiology*
  • Humans
  • Klebsiella Infections / epidemiology
  • Klebsiella pneumoniae / enzymology
  • beta-Lactamases / biosynthesis*

Substances

  • beta-Lactamases