Identification of an Outbreak Cluster of Extensively Antibiotic-Resistant GC1 Acinetobacter baumannii Isolates in U.S. Military Treatment Facilities

Abstract

A. baumannii is recognized as one of the most important nosocomial pathogens, and carbapenem-resistant strains pose a particularly difficult treatment challenge. Outbreaks linked to this pathogen are reported worldwide, particularly during periods of societal upheaval, such as natural disasters and conflicts.

Document Details

Document Type
Pub Defense Publication
Publication Date
Jun 15, 2023
Source ID
10.1128/spectrum.00462-23

Entities

People

  • Christopher J. Harmer
  • François Lebreton
  • Jason Stam
  • Jason W. Bennett
  • Patrick Mc Gann
  • Ruth Hall
  • Ting L. Luo

Organizations

  • National Health and Medical Research Council
  • University of Sydney

Tags

Readers

  • Military/Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technology
  • Molecular Genetics
  • Political Violence and Terrorism Studies.