Whole-genome sequencing analysis of multidrug-resistant Serratia marcescens isolates in an intensive care unit in Brazil.

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    • Source:
      Publisher: Open Learning on Enteric Pathogens Country of Publication: Italy NLM ID: 101305410 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1972-2680 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 19722680 NLM ISO Abbreviation: J Infect Dev Ctries Subsets: MEDLINE
    • Publication Information:
      Original Publication: [Italy?] : Open Learning on Enteric Pathogens
    • Subject Terms:
      Serratia marcescens*/genetics ; Serratia marcescens*/drug effects ; Serratia marcescens*/isolation & purification ; Whole Genome Sequencing* ; Drug Resistance, Multiple, Bacterial*/genetics ; Serratia Infections*/microbiology ; Serratia Infections*/epidemiology ; Intensive Care Units* ; Cross Infection*/microbiology ; Cross Infection*/epidemiology ; Disease Outbreaks* ; Anti-Bacterial Agents*/pharmacology; Humans ; Brazil/epidemiology ; Microbial Sensitivity Tests ; Genotype ; Genome, Bacterial ; beta-Lactamases/genetics ; Genetic Variation
    • Abstract:
      Introduction: Serratia marcescens is an opportunistic pathogen found ubiquitously in the environment and associated with a wide range of nosocomial infections. This multidrug-resistant bacterium has been a cause of concern for hospitals and healthcare facilities due to its ability to spread rapidly and cause outbreaks. Next generation sequencing genotyping of bacterial isolates has proven to be a valuable tool for tracking the spread and transmission of nosocomial infections. This has allowed for the identification of outbreaks and transmission chains, as well as determining whether cases are due to endogenous or exogenous sources. Evidence of nosocomial transmission has been gathered through genotyping methods. The aim of this study was to investigate the genetic diversity of carbapenemase-producing S. marcescens in an outbreak at a public hospital in Cuiaba, MT, Brazil.
      Methodology: Ten isolates of S. marcenses were sequenced and antibiotic resistance profiles analyzed over 12 days.
      Results: The isolates were clonal and multidrug resistant. Gentamycin and tigecycline had sensitivity in 90% and 80% isolates, respectively. Genomic analysis identified several genes that encode β-lactamases, aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, efflux pumps, and other virulence factors.
      Conclusions: Systematic surveillance is crucial in monitoring the evolution of S. marcescens genotypes, as it can lead to early detection and prevention of outbreaks.
      Competing Interests: No Conflict of Interest is declared
      (Copyright (c) 2024 Thalita PPS Cruz, Francisco KSF Azevedo, Marco A Pepato, Paula S Rizzo, Francisco JD Souto, Bertram Brenig, Aristóteles Góes-Neto, Siomar C Soares, Rommel TJ Ramos, Vasco AC Azevedo, Mateus M Costa, Leonardo Broetto, Luciano Nakazato, Valéria Dutra.)
    • Contributed Indexing:
      Keywords: Serratia marcescens; antimicrobial resistance; genomic sequencing; outbreak
    • Accession Number:
      0 (Anti-Bacterial Agents)
      EC 3.5.2.6 (beta-Lactamases)
    • Publication Date:
      Date Created: 20240612 Date Completed: 20240612 Latest Revision: 20240612
    • Publication Date:
      20240613
    • Accession Number:
      10.3855/jidc.18913
    • Accession Number:
      38865389