Influx of Extended-Spectrum -Lactamase--
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Ben-Ami, R.; Schwaber, M. J.; Navon-Venezia, S.; Schwartz, D.; Giladi, M.; Chmel
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Article
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2006
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University of Chicago Press
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English
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Background. The prevalence of infections caused by extended-spectrum b-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Enterobacteriaceae is increasing worldwide. The influx of these bacteria into hospitals has major implications for infection-control and empirical treatment strategies. Methods. Isolates from 2 patient