MULTIDRUG-RESISTANT BACTERIA

Abstract Multidrug-resistant bacteria are among the most important current threats to public health. Typically, they are associated with nosocomial infections. However, some have become prevalent causes of community-acquired infections, such as Staphylococcus aureus, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterobacteriaceae. The community spread of multidrug-resistant bacteria is also a crucial development. An important global threat on the horizon is represented by production of carbapenemases by community-acquired hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae. Such strains have already been found in Asia, Europe, and North America. Prevention of further community spread of multidrug-resistant bacteria is of the utmost importance, and require a multidisciplinary approach involving all stakeholders.