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Emergence of vancomycin-resistant enterococci in Switzerland: a nation-wide survey

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This nation-wide survey on the epidemiology of vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) included 142 healthcare institutions and showed an increasing number of VRE colonizations and infections in Switzerland, probably for the most… Click to show full abstract

This nation-wide survey on the epidemiology of vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) included 142 healthcare institutions and showed an increasing number of VRE colonizations and infections in Switzerland, probably for the most part due to nosocomial dissemination. The introduction and spread of a new clone, gaps in VRE screening policies as well as heterogeneity regarding the management of VRE clusters may be possible explanations.

Keywords: wide survey; vancomycin resistant; resistant enterococci; nation wide

Journal Title: Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control
Year Published: 2019

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