Comparative Genomics of Bacteroides fragilis Group Isolates Reveals Species-Dependent Resistance Mechanisms and Validates Clinical Tools for Resistance Prediction

Abstract

Anaerobic infections present unique challenges in terms of detecting and identifying the etiologic agent and selecting the optimal antimicrobial therapy. Antimicrobial resistance is increasing in anaerobic pathogens, and it is critical to understand the prevalence and mechanisms of resistance to commonly prescribed antimicrobial therapies.

Document Details

Document Type
Pub Defense Publication
Publication Date
Feb 22, 2022
Source ID
10.1128/mbio.03603-21

Entities

People

  • Carey-Ann D Burnham
  • Gautam Dantas
  • Meghan A. Wallace
  • Miranda J Wallace
  • Sophonie Jean

Organizations

  • Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
  • National Cancer Institute
  • National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
  • Ohio State University
  • United States Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
  • Washington University School of Medicine
  • Washington University in St. Louis

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Fields of Study

  • Biology
  • Medicine

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