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Identification and control of two outbreaks of unrelated New Delhi metallo-β-lactamase-producing carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli traced to the same endoscope defect.

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We report 2 outbreaks of genetically unrelated carbapenem-resistant New Delhi metallo-β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli caused by contaminated duodenoscopes. Using endoscopes with disposable end caps, adherence to the manufacturer's reprocessing instructions, routine… Click to show full abstract

We report 2 outbreaks of genetically unrelated carbapenem-resistant New Delhi metallo-β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli caused by contaminated duodenoscopes. Using endoscopes with disposable end caps, adherence to the manufacturer's reprocessing instructions, routine audits, and manufacturer evaluation are critical in preventing such outbreaks.

Keywords: carbapenem resistant; escherichia coli; new delhi; metallo lactamase; delhi metallo; lactamase producing

Journal Title: Infection control and hospital epidemiology
Year Published: 2023

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