Outbreak of ST395 KPC-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Palermo, Italy
- Authors: Maida Carmelo Massimo; Bonura Celestino; Geraci Daniela Maria; Graziano Giorgio; Carattoli Alessandra; Rizzo Angelo; Torregrossa Maria Valeria; Vecchio Davide; Giuffrè Mario
- Publication year: 2018
- Type: Articolo in rivista (Articolo in rivista)
- OA Link: http://hdl.handle.net/10447/274491
Abstract
The spread of carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CR-Kp) is an emerging concern worldwide. Italy is a country endemic for Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapene- mases (KPCs). KPC spread in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) may represent a major safety issue for critical infants and a challenge in managing new admissions.