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Exploring the ESKAPE maze: Pneumonias, resistance and therapeutic perspectives Cover

Exploring the ESKAPE maze: Pneumonias, resistance and therapeutic perspectives

Open Access
|Nov 2024

Abstract

The article explores drug-resistant bacteria within the ESKAPE group, commonly associated with nosocomial infections, focusing on the resistance mechanisms of Acinetobacter baumannii and Klebsiella pneumoniae. The study delves into various β-lactamase enzymes and resistance mechanisms exhibited by ESKAPE bacteria, shedding light on the challenges posed by carbapenem-resistant infections. Notably, the article underscores the ongoing need for research to develop more effective treatments and address the persistent challenges associated with drug resistance in the context of nosocomial infections. The examination of this subset of bacteria aims to contribute to a comprehensive understanding of their resistance mechanisms and provides insights into the difficulties encountered in treating infections with carbapenem-resistant pathogens. The article serves as a valuable resource for clinicians, researchers and policymakers, offering a detailed perspective on the current state of drug resistance among nosocomial pathogens and advocating for continuous research to enhance treatment efficacy in the face of evolving challenges.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/pneum-2024-0020 | Journal eISSN: 2247-059X | Journal ISSN: 2067-2993
Language: English
Page range: 140 - 147
Published on: Nov 7, 2024
Published by: Romanian Society of Pneumology
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: Volume open

© 2024 Ioana Adelina Stoian, Andreea Zabară Antal, Paula Vasilache Antohi, Victoria Țău, Adriana Loredana Pintilie, Antigona Carmen Trofor, Radu Adrian Crișan-Dabija, published by Romanian Society of Pneumology
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