Towards Understanding MCR-like Colistin Resistance.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tim.2018.02.006
Abstract: Antibiotic resistance has become a global public health priority. Polymyxins, a family of cationic polypeptide antibiotics, act as a final line of refuge against severe infections by Gram-negative pathogens with pan-drug resistance. Unfortunately, this last-resort… read more here.
Keywords: like colistin; colistin resistance; epidemiology; resistance ... See more keywords
Updated Prevalence of mcr-Like Genes among Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae in the SENTRY Program and Characterization of mcr-1.11 Variant
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DOI: 10.1128/aac.02450-18
Abstract: Increased prevalence of infections caused by Gram-negative pathogens that are multidrug resistant has prompted the reconsideration of polymyxins as therapeutic options.… read more here.
Keywords: mcr; prevalence; like genes; mcr like ... See more keywords