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Pol. Arch. Med. Wewn.
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Pol. Arch. Med. Wewn. · Apr 2024
Molecular epidemiology and clinical significance of carbapenemase genes among carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii isolates in southern Poland.
The complex interplay between Acinetobacter spp., patients, and the environment has made it increasingly difficult to optimally treat patients infected with Acinetobacter spp., mainly due to rising antimicrobial resistance and challenges with surveillance. ⋯ An unexpectedly high incidence of CRAB infections occurred in Polish hospitals. There is a need for effective CRAB prevention and control that includes effective hospital screening, national surveillance, and improved treatment options.