Mobile Genetic Elements Associated with Antimicrobial Resistance

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Summary

The characteristics of the major types of mobile genetic elements involved in acquisition and spread of antibiotic resistance in both Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria are outlined, focusing on the so-called ESKAPEE group of organisms, which have become the most problematic hospital pathogens.

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Published
2018-08-01
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Keywords

Mobile genetic elements, Acinetobacter baumannii, Enterococcus faecium, Biology, Antibiotic resistance

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