Extended spectrum beta lactamase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae infections: a review of the literature.
Infections caused by extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing pathogens, particularly Klebsiella pneumoniae, are increasing. The epidemiology of ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae, the mechanisms of resistance, and treatment strategies for infections caused by these organisms are reviewed.
D004352:Drug Resistance, Microbial; D006801:Humans; D007710:Klebsiella Infections / Q000201:enzymology / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000378:metabolism* / Q000517:prevention & control; D007711:Klebsiella pneumoniae / Q000201:enzymology / Q000378:metabolism* / Q000472:pathogenicity; D012307:Risk Factors; D014774:Virulence; D001618:beta-Lactamases / Q000096:biosynthesis*
D001618:beta-Lactamases