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Burden of Fecal Colonization with Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Producing Enterobacteriaceae among Food handlers in Africa: A Systematic review and meta-analysis

2025-12-30 infectious diseases Title + abstract only
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BackgroundAntimicrobial resistance particularly from extended-spectrum {beta}-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (ESBL-PE) is a critical global public health threat, contributing significantly to infection-related mortality. The human intestinal tract is a key reservoir for ESBL-PE, and exposure to antibiotics can disrupt the gut microbiota, thereby making it easier for these pathogens to colonize the intestine. Colonized individuals are at risk of developing subsequent infections and can si...

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