Bacteriologic profile, antibiotics resistance pattern, and outcomes of patients admitted to Lancet General Hospital from June 2022 to June 2023: A retrospective cohort study

Background Prior studies indicated increased antimicrobial resistance in Ethiopia, with related health, economic, and environmental costs. Knowing an institutions and population microbiologic profile allows for proper antibi-otic treatment, which substantially impact patients' outcomes such as healthcare related costs, morbidity, and mortality. The current study assessed the bacteriologic profile, resistance pattern, and treatment outcome in Lancet General Hospital. Method A retrospective cohort study on the bacteriologic profile, antibiotics resistance pattern, and outcome of patients was done on 128 eligible patients who were admitted to Lancet General Hospital from June 2022 to June 2023. Data from all hospitalized patients with culture-confirmed infection were analyzed. SPSS version 26.0 was used to analyze the data. Association between independent and dependent variables was analyzed using binary logistic regression model. Results Gram-negative bacteria were recovered in 77% of the cases. Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producing Enterobacteriaceae was found in 37.5% (54) isolates and carbapenem resistant bacteria were identified in 27.8% of patients. In-hospital mortality from multidrug resistant bacterial infection was 14.8%. Age ≥ 65 years, presence of septic shock, and presence of carbapenem-resistant bacteria were independently associated with in-creased in-hospital mortality. Conclusion High number of resistant microorganisms was isolated, and increased mortality was documented from infections caused by carbapenem-resistant bacteria. Multi-center studies should be done to determine the extent of resistant organisms in health facilities throughout the country. epidemiology, and the findings should be factored into clinical decision making and program design for disease prevention, screening, and treatment. It also calls for further prospective research to learn more about the conditions in the context of additional relevant personal and clinical characteristics

Occurrence of high level methicillin resistance Staphylococcus aureusin patients from health facilities in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Background:Methicillin resistant S. aureus(MRSA) has become a major public health predicament worldwide. This is owing to its involvement in the evolution of MDR strains and difficulty in therapeutic management of infected patients. This study was conducted to investigate the prevalence of methicillin resistance Staphylococcus aureusamong patients in two health facilities in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.Materials and Methods:Clinical isolates of patients from University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH), Uyo and General Hospital, Ikot Abasi (GHIA) were investigated based on the strategic location of the hospitals. The study design was a descriptive cross-sectional study. Three hundred clinical samples were collected from male and female in and out-patients of all ages and processed using standard bacteriological methods. Detection of Staphylococcus aureusand MRSAstrains were done according to standard protocols while antibiotic susceptibility testing of MRSAisolates was conducted using Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion method and interpreted following the CLSI 2021 guidelines. Results:The prevalence of MRSAstrains in this study was 42.9%. Majority of patients with MRSAwere from UUTH (44%) closely followed by patients from GHIA(40%). High antibiotics resistant rates of MRSAwere recorded for ampicillin (96.6%), ciprofloxacin (73.3%), erythromycin (63.3%) and cotrimoxazole (60%). Gentamicin and ceftriaxone sensitivity rates were 53.3% and 63.4%, respectively. Conclusion:Health facilities in the state should institute effective antimicrobial stewardship, intensify surveillance and screening of Staphylococcus aureusfor MRSAstrains to guard against dissemination of multidrug resistant strains in both hospital and community settings because of the clinical implications.

The properties of ZnO nanofilms on titanium surface by atomic layer deposition / 口腔医学

Objective@#To compare and investigate the physicochemical characteristics and antibacterial effect of ZnO nanofilms prepared by atomic layer deposition(ALD) at different deposition cycles.@*Methods@#According to different ALD cycles, four groups were set up (control group, 300, 600 and 1 200 cycles group). Using DEZn and water as precursors, ZnO nanofilms were prepared by ALD on the surface of pure titanium specimens. Surface morphology of the films was observed by scanning electron microscope (SEM); the element composition and crystal type of the films were observed by energy dispersive spectrometer (EDS) and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD); the hydrophilicity and thickness of the films were detected by water contact angle detector and ellipsometer. The cytotoxicity of the films was evaluated by CCK-8 assay. The antibacterial effect against S. aureus in vitro of the films was evaluated by optical density method.@*Results@#The surface morphology of the films was uniform and compact as shown through SEM. The grain size increased with the increase of the number of ALD cycles. EDS results showed that the films were mainly composed of Zn and O elements. XRD results confirmed that the composition of the films was ZnO. Results of water contact angle showed that the films were hydrophobic. The thickness of the films was nanoscale and there was a linear relationship between the thickness and ALD cycles. All experimental groups showed no cytotoxicity. The 1 200 cycles group showed the highest antibacterial rate of 65.9% and 52.3% at 24 and 48 hours respectively, which was the best among all experimental groups. @*Conclusion@#The ZnO nanofilms prepared by ALD at different cycles on pure titanium surface are uniform and compact. Thickness of the films increases with the increase of ALD cycles. The films have good biocompatibility and anti-S. aureus effect in vitro. The 1 200 cycles group has the best antibacterial effect.

Peligros microbiológicos relacionados con alimentos fermentados de elaboración artesanal comercializados en Tunja, Nariño y Cauca / Microbiological risks related to artisanal fermented foods marketed in Tunja, Nariño and Cauca

RESUMEN Varios factores intervienen en la calidad de los alimentos, como los físicos, químicos, nutricionales, sensoriales y microbiológicos. Este último es importante, ya que, afecta las propiedades organolépticas del producto terminado y, además, puede ocasionar riesgos de salud pública asociados a peligros microbiológicos. Colombia es un país rico en gastronomía, incluyendo alimentos fermentados de elaboración artesanal (AFEA), los cuales son una alternativa actual para sistemas agroalimentarios que buscan alimentos más naturales. El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar los criterios microbiológicos en AFEA y el cumplimiento de requisitos sanitarios para sensibilizar a productores de bebidas artesanales y revalorizar los productos. Se tomaron en cuenta 11 productores artesanales de Masato, Champús y Almidón agrio de yuca en zonas rurales del país, que voluntariamente aceptaron participar. Se midieron los parámetros de pH, humedad, sólidos solubles y recuentos microbiológicos. Con estos resultados, se pudo calcular el porcentaje de conformidad de los alimentos, de los cuales el 36 % de productos evaluados fueron aptos para el consumo. Se incumplieron los límites establecidos para Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus y Salmonella sp. Los análisis fisicoquímicos mostraron que el Masato y el Champús aportan condiciones abióticas para el crecimiento microbiano. Además, los productores Almidón agrio de yuca tuvieron mayor valoración en el cumplimiento de requisitos sanitarios y menor cumplimiento que los productores de Champús. Los análisis realizados indican que la mayoría de los alimentos incumplieron los límites permitidos por lo cual se debe capacitar a los productores en buenas prácticas de manufactura.

ABSTRACT Several factors intervene in the quality of the food, such as physical, chemical, nutritional, sensory, and microbiological. The latter is important as it affects the sensory properties of the finished product, and it can also cause public health risks associated with microbiological hazards. Colombia is a country rich in gastronomy, including artisanal fermented foods (AFEA), which are a current alternative for agri-food systems seeking for more natural foods. The objective of this study was to evaluate the microbiological criteria in AFEA and its compliance with the sanitary requirements to raise the awareness among crafted beverages producers and revalue the products. Eleven artisan producers of masato, champús and sour cassava starch in rural areas of the country, who voluntarily agreed to participate, were considered. The parameters of pH, humidity, soluble solids, and microbiological counts were measured. With these results, it was possible to calculate the compliance rate of the food, from which 36% of the products evaluated were fit for consumption. The limits established for Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus and Salmonella spp were breached. Physicochemical analysis showed that Masato and Champús provide abiotic conditions for microbial growth. In addition, the Sour cassava starch producers had higher compliance ratings regarding sanitary requirements but lower compliance ratings than champús producers. The performed analysis indicates that most of the food did not comply with the permitted limits, which is why producers must be trained in good manufacturing practices.

A Study of Anti Microbial Activity of Panchvalkal Kwath

Panchvalkal is a combination of five astringent plants, these are Vata, Peepal, Udumbara, Parisha, Plaksha. Individual and combinations of drugs have Kashaya rasa (astringent) dominant and useful in the management of Vrana (Wounds) as well as Shotha (Inflammations). Panchvalakal is used in different forms, for instance, Kwath, ointment, and powder. Its formulation can prepare in oil for future prospective to add more medicinal value and improve its shelf life without any chemical preservative. The purpose of this study was to demonstrate the scientific proof of old literature and further evaluate the wound healing property of water extract of Panchvalkal and blend with Amaltas (Cassia fistula) and Neem (Azadirachta indica). Disc diffusion was adopted to assess antimicrobial activity against the range of standard antimicrobial agents. The results were promising that E.coli, S.aureus, P.areuginosa are sensitive to Panchvalkal kwath. This herbal medicine is able to prevent vaginitis and also cure it without any side effects. Aqueous extract of Panchvalkal by soxhlet method showed significant results against E.coli and S.aureus with an inhibition value of 22 mm and 20 mm in diameter respectively. The results were compared with results obtained from reference (standard) antibiotics, Ciprofloxacin (5mcg/disc), Ceftriaxone (30mcg/disc), and Streptomycin (10mcg/disc) that served as the reference for inhibition zone diameter.

Propolis from native Stingless Bees: ultrasound-assisted extraction / Propóleos de abejas nativas sin aguijón: extracción asistida por ultrasonido

BACKGROUND: Propolis has been considered a highly valuable material due to its therapeutic properties. However, in Colombia, the commercialization of propolis is limited not only by low production but also by the little knowledge about its efficient extraction. Therefore, finding an optimal and economical extraction method to obtain propolis is a necessity for beekeepers that would open new possibilities for industrial use and, therefore, for the market. OBJECTIVES:The objective of this study was to evaluate a conventional and ultrasound-assisted extraction method, seeking to obtain the highest yield and a high amount of content of bioactive compounds in propolis extracts. METHODS: The extraction was carried out for three crude propolis from different types of bees: Tetragoniscaangustula or Angelita (ANG), Meliponaeburnea or Melipona(MEL), and Scaptotrigonaspp (SCT). The extracts were characterized by color, pH, visual appearance, solid content, antioxidant capacity, total polyphenol content, and bacterial inhibition capacity. RESULTS: The highest extraction performance was obtained when the ultrasound-assisted method was used, especially for the ANG extract, which in addition to presenting inhibition for gram-negative (E. coli) and gram-positive (S. Aureus) bacteria, had the best antioxidant activity with a value of 545 mg GAE / 100 g of sample and total polyphenol content of 1,884 mg GAE / 100 g of sample. CONCLUSIONS: Ultrasound-assisted extraction can be considered a low-cost alternative to increase the extraction performance of crude propolis, together with its total polyphenol content and antioxidant capacity, without altering its physical properties

ANTECEDENTES: El propóleos ha sido considerado un material de alto valor por sus propiedades terapéuticas. Sin embargo, en Colombia la comercialización de propóleos está limitada no solo por la baja producción sino también por el incipiente conocimiento sobre la extracción eficiente de este. Por ello, encontrar un método de extracción óptimo y económico para la obtención de propóleos es una necesidad para los apicultores que abriría nuevas posibilidades para el uso industrial y por tanto para el mercado. OBJETIVOS: El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar un método de extracción convencional y asistido por ultrasonido (US) buscando el mayor rendimiento y alto contenido de compuestos bioactivos en extractos de propóleos. MÉTODOS: La extracción se realizó para tres propóleos crudos de diferentes tipos de abejas Tetragonisca angustula o Angelita(ANG), Melipona eburnea o Melipona (MEL) y Scaptotrigona spp (SCT). Todos los extractos se caracterizaron por su color, pH, apariencia visual, contenido de sólidos, capacidad antioxidante, contenido total de polifenoles y capacidad de inhibición bacteriana. RESULTADOS: El mayor rendimiento de extracción se obtuvo cuando se usó el método asistido por ultrasonido y específicamente para el extracto ANG, que además de presentar inhibición para bacterias gram negativas (E. coli) y gram positivas (S. Aureus), tuvo la mejor actividad antioxidante con un valor de 545 mg GAE / 100 g de muestra y contenido total de polifenoles de 1884 mg GAE / 100 g de muestra. CONCLUSIONES: La extracción asistida por ultrasonido puede considerarse una alternativa de bajo costo para aumentar el rendimiento de extracción del propóleos crudo, así como su contenido total de polifenoles y capacidad antioxidante sin alterar sus propiedades físicas

Phenotypic Characterisation of Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Patients in Healthcare Institutions in Zaria Metropolis, Kaduna State, Nigeria

BACKGROUND: Staphylococcus aureus is a cosmopolitan and pathogenic microorganism associated with various diseases spectra and antimicrobial resistance of public health importance.Aim: This study determined the phenotypic characteristics of S. aureus isolated from patients in healthcare institutions in Zaria metropolis.STUDY DESIGN: A cross-sectional hospital-based study was carried out in 5 healthcare institutions. Four hundred and twenty clinical samples were collected and analyzed. RESULTS: Majority of the patients (54.3%) were within the age range 21­40 years and mean age of 26.04 ± 12 years. Approximately, 70% of the respondents had history of antibiotic use prior to consultation in the hospitals and wereselfprescribed, and 91.2% were outpatients. The most commonly abused antibiotics were ampicillin-cloxacillin (19.5%) and cotrimoxazole (10.0%), and the mean duration of their use was 3.5 ± 1.3 days. The detection rate for S. aureus was 10% and 5.2% for MRSA. The S. aureus isolates showed the highest frequency of resistance against ampicillin 42 (100%), followed by penicillin G 39 (92.9%) and least was to gentamicin 5 (11.9%). The frequency of resistance for the MRSA were ampicillin 22 (100%), penicillin G 21(95.5%) and least was to gentamicin 2 (9.1%). The minimum inhibitory concentrations of oxacillin were greater than 128 µg /ml. CONCLUSION: The detection rate of S. aureus and MRSA strains are of great public health concern which requires continuous health education on rational use of antibiotics among others

Susceptibilidad de cepas de S. aureus aisladas en superficies hospitalarias

Resumen Las infecciones nosocomiales por Staphylococcus aureus tiene una alta prevalencia, debido a que esta bacteria forma parte de la microbiota de la piel del personal de salud y pacientes. Este microorganismo debido a su ubicuidad está presente en superficies y fómites, convirtiéndose en vectores para la trasmisión de infecciones. Objetivo. Describir el perfil de susceptibilidad antibiótica de cepas de S. aureus aisladas en superficies de un hospital de la ciudad de Cuenca. Materiales y métodos . Se realizó un estudio con enfoque cuantitativo, de corte transversal, descriptivo. Se recolectaron 200 muestras de diferentes superficies de áreas hospitalarias, en las que se identificó S. aureus mediante la amplificación de genes nucA Y femB. La susceptibilidad fenotípica a los antibióticos se determinó por el método de Kirby Bauer. Resultados . Se identificaron 6 cepas de S. aureus distribuidas de la siguiente manera: 2 cepas en el área de emergencia (33.33%) y 1 cepa (16.66%) en cada una de las áreas de: vestidores, rayos X, ecografía y odontología. La totalidad de estos aislados resultaron resistentes a: penicilina, oxacilina y amoxacilina; sensibles a trimetoprim sulfametoxazol, rifampicina, tetraciclina, cloranfenicol, vancomicina y linezolid. En el caso de la gentamicina se encontró: 3 cepas sensibles, 1 con sensibilidad intermedia y 2 resistentes. Conclusión . Se aislaron 6 cepas de S. aurues, en las cuales se pudo medir la susceptibilidad a diferentes antibióticos.

Abstract Nasocomial infections by Staphylococcus aureus have a high prevalence, because this bacterium is part of skin microbiota of health personnel and patients. This microorganism for its ubiquity is present on surfaces and fomites becoming vectors for the transmission of infecions. Objective . Describe the antibiotic sisceptibility profile of S. aureus strains isolated from surfaces of hospital the city of Cuenca. Materials and methods . Is a quantitative cross sectional, descriptive, 200 samples were collected from different surfaces of hospital areas, in which S. aureus was identified through the amplification of nucA and femB genes. Phenotipic susceptibility to antibiotics was determined by the Kirby Bauer method. Results. 6 strains of S. aureus were identified, distributes as follows: 2 strains in the emergency area (33.33%) and 1 (16.66%) in each of the areas: dressing rooms X-rays, ultrasound and dentistry. All of these isolates were resistant to: penicillin, oxacillin, and amoxacillin; sensitive to trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole, rifampin, tetracycline vancomycin and linezolid. In the case of gentamicin, it was found: 3 sensitive strains, 1 with intermediate sensitivity and 2 resistant. Conclusion. Six strains of S. aureus were isolates, in which the susceptibility to different antibiotics could be measured.

Resumo As infecções nosocomiais por Staphylococcus aureus têm uma elevada prevalência, devido ao facto desta bactéria fazer parte da microbiota cutânea do pessoal de saúde e dos pacientes. Devido à sua ubiquidade, este microorganismo está presente nas superfícies e fomenta, tornando-se um vector de transmissão de infecções. Objectivo . Descrever o perfil de susceptibilidade aos antibióticos das estirpes de S. aureus isoladas das superfícies de um hospital na cidade de Cuenca. Materiais e métodos. Foi realizado um estudo quantitativo, transversal e descritivo. Duzentas amostras foram recolhidas em diferentes superfícies de áreas hospitalares, nas quais S. aureus foi identificado por amplificação dos genes nucA e femB. A susceptibilidade fenotípica aos antibióticos foi determinada pelo método de Kirby Bauer. Resultados. Foram identificadas seis estirpes de S. aureus, distribuídas da seguinte forma: duas estirpes na área de emergência (33,33%) e uma estirpe (16,66%) em cada uma das seguintes áreas: camarins, raio-x, ultra-som e odontologia. Todos estes isolados eram resistentes à penicilina, oxacilina e amoxacilina; sensíveis ao trimetoprim sulfametoxazol, rifampicina, tetraciclina, cloranfenicol, vancomicina e linezolida. No caso da gentamicina encontramos: 3 estirpes sensíveis, 1 com sensibilidade intermédia e 2 resistentes. Conclusão . 6 estirpes de S. aurues foram isoladas, nas quais a susceptibilidade a diferentes antibióticos podia ser medida.

Infecciones graves de huesos, articulaciones y tejidos blandos adquiridas en la comunidad

Introducción: Las infecciones de huesos, articulaciones y partes blandas, no solo han tenido una incidencia creciente en los últimos años en el Hospital Pediátrico Universitario Paquito González Cueto de Cienfuegos, sino también una evolución más grave. Objetivo: Describir aspectos clínicos y epidemiológicos de las infecciones graves de tejidos blandos, huesos y articulaciones. Métodos: Se revisó la base de datos computadorizada del Departamento de Estadística del Hospital Pediátrico Paquito González, para identificar todos los egresos de la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos Pediátricos, con diagnóstico de celulitis o absceso de tejidos blandos, fascitis, miositis, osteomielitis, sepsis severa y shock séptico, en el periodo de enero de 2009 a diciembre de 2019. Se estudiaron las siguientes variables: localización de la infección de piel y tejidos blandos, grupo de edad, año del egreso y sitio de origen de la sepsis. Resultados: No hubo diferencias en la incidencia entre los grupos de edad. La celulitis de los miembros fue la forma clínica más frecuente. Se encontró una incidencia creciente de las infecciones de tejidos blandos. Las infecciones de huesos y articulaciones, representaron el segundo sitio de origen más frecuente de sepsis grave y el shock séptico. Conclusiones: Ha habido un aumento de las infecciones de piel y tejidos blandos que requieren ingreso en la unidad de cuidados intensivos del citado hospital en los últimos 11 años. Estas infecciones de conjunto con las infecciones de huesos y articulaciones, constituyen un problema de salud puesto que provocan sepsis grave y shock séptico con una incidencia significativa.

Introduction: Infections of bones, joints and soft parts have not only had an increasing incidence in recent years at ¨Paquito González Cueto¨ University Pediatric Hospital in Cienfuegos, but also a more serious evolution. Objective: Describe clinical and epidemiological aspects of severe soft tissues, bones and joints infections. Methods: The computerized database of the Department of Statistics of ¨Paquito González¨ Pediatric Hospital was reviewed to identify all discharges from the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit with a diagnosis of cellulite or soft tissue abscess, fasciitis, myositis, osteomyelitis, severe sepsis and septic shock, in the period from January 2009 to December 2019. The following variables were studied: location of skin and soft tissue infection, age group, year of discharge, and sepsis origin location. Results: There were no differences in the incidence between age groups. Limb cellulite was the most common clinical form. An increasing incidence of soft tissue infections was found. Bone and joint infections represented the second most frequent origin location of severe sepsis and septic shock. Conclusions: There has been an increase in skin and soft tissue infections that require admission to the intensive care unit of the aforementioned hospital in the last 11 years. These infections, together with bone and joint infections, constitute a health problem since they cause severe sepsis and septic shock with a significant incidence.

Isolation and characterization of vancomycin and erythromycin resistant Staphylococcus aureus from Cairo, Egypt

Aims@#Staphylococcus aureus is an important opportunistic human pathogen. The emergence of macrolide and vancomycin resistant S. aureus is of great concern for treatment of S. aureus infections. The current study aimed to investigate the pattern of antibiotic resistance in S. aureus clinical isolates recovered from El Boos Students’ hospital in Cairo, Egypt.@*Methodology and results@#Sixty unduplicated S. aureus isolates were recovered from El Boos Students’ hospital in Cairo, Egypt for 11 months period. The antibiotic susceptibility test revealed that all isolates were resistant to eleven antibiotics, but only 49 S. aureus isolates were resistant to cefoxitin. The minimum inhibitory concentrations (MIC) of both erythromycin and vancomycin were determined by broth microdilution method. Two methicillin resistant S. aureus (MRSA) isolates showing tolerance to both erythromycin and vancomycin at high concentration were selected for further characterization. One isolate was recovered from eye infection and had MIC at 256 µg/mL of both erythromycin and vancomycin. While another isolate was recovered from throat infection and had MIC of erythromycin and vancomycin up till 512 µg/mL. The presence of resistance genes (ermA, ermB, ermC, mef, msrA, vanA and vanB) were confirmed by polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Both MRSA isolates carried all tested resistance genes.@*Conclusion, significance and impact of study@#This study highlights the concern of presence of multidrug-resistant S. aureus which showed resistance to high concentrations of erythromycin, vancomycin and carried ermA, ermB, ermC, mef, msrA, vanA and vanB genes, therefore imposes risk of failure to treat such infections.

Comparison of MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry with phenotypic methods for identification and characterization of Staphylococcus aureus causing mastitis

@#The emergence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection is one of the greatest threats to both animal and human health. Our investigation was aimed to identify and differentiate between MRSA and methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) recovered from mastitic milk using MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry compared with phenotypic methods and studying their susceptibility to various antibiotics. Four hundred milk samples from mastitic animals (cows, sheep, goats, and dromedary camels) were investigated. Phenotypic identification of S. aureus was made through MASTASAPH Latex test, STAPH ID 32, and Vitek 2 system. The proteomic characterization of S. aureus was done by MBT. The Kirby Bauer method was accomplished to detect the resistance of S. aureus strains to antibiotics. The results of the MASTASAPH Latex test, revealed that 54 (46%) were recognized as S. aureus. All S. aureus isolates were identified by MBT with a score of more or equal 2.00. Several peaks were identified in the mass of 4590 Da, 4863 Da, and 4938 Da for MSSA and in the mass of 2636 Da and 3009 Da for MRSA. The MSP dendrogram demonstrated that the S. aureus isolates were classified into one group with a distance level of less or equal 400. The percentage of S. aureus resistance against carbenicillin, erythromycin and kanamycin was 94.4%, 38.88%, and 33.33%, respectively. In conclusion, S. aureus bacteria are among the key triggers for mastitis in Saudi Arabia. MBT is reported to be not only the rapid tool to identify S. aureus but also able to discriminate MRSA from MSSA.

Atividade antibacteriana de nanopartículas de polipirrol diante de Staphylococcus aureus isolados de amostras de leite de vacas e cabras com mastite / Antibacterial behavior of polypyrrole nanoparticles against Staphylococcus aureus isolated from cows and goats with mastitis

The aim of the present study was to evaluate the antibacterial behavior of polypyrrole nanoparticles (PPy-NPs) in water against biofilm producer or not S. aureus isolated from cows and goats with mastitis. One hundred and thirty-eight isolates of S. aureus were initially evaluated for biofilm formation by spectrophotometry in microplates. In addition, the minimum inhibition concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) of PPy-NPs in water for planktonic S. aureus were determined. From the bovine samples analyzed, 5 (4.46%) S. aureus isolates showed a strong biofilm production, 17 (15.18%) moderate production, 36 (32.14%) with weak production and 54 (48.21%) did not produce biofilms. Strains from goats (26) showed no biofilm production in 18 (69.23%) strains and weak biofilm production in 8 (30.76%) strains. The MIC and MBC of S. aureus to PPy-NPs were found in the same concentration (125搭/mL) in all strains tested, regardless of biofilm production or not. This finding provides a new insight into the interaction between PPy-NPs and S. aureus, and will offer potential benefits for the control of mastitis.(AU)

Osteoarticular infections in pediatrics / Infecções osteoarticulares em pediatria

Abstract Objective To collect the most up-to-date information regarding pediatric osteoarticular infections, including the epidemiological and microbiological profiles, diagnosis, and treatment. Source of data A non-systematic review was performed on the search engines PubMed, SciELO, LILACS, and Google Scholar, using the keywords "bone and joint infection", "children", "pediatric", "osteomyelitis", "septic arthritis" and "spondylodiscitis" over the last ten years. The most relevant articles were selected by the authors to constitute the database. Synthesis of data Osteoarticular infections are still a major cause of morbidity in pediatrics. Their main etiology is Staphylococcus aureus, but there has been an increase in the detection of Kingella kingae, especially through molecular methods. Microbiological identification allows treatment direction, while evidence of inflammatory activity assists in treatment follow-up. Imaging tests are especially useful in the initial diagnosis of infections. Empirical treatment should include coverage for the main microorganisms according to the age and clinical conditions of the patient, while considering the local resistance profile. Surgical procedures can be indicated for diagnosis, focus control, and function preservation. Acute complications include sepsis, deep venous thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism. Deaths are rare. Late complications are uncommon but may lead to deformities that compromise motor development. Conclusion A correct and early diagnosis, prompt implementation of adequate antimicrobial therapy, and focus control, when indicated, are critical to a better prognosis.

Resumo Objetivo Compilar as informações mais atuais referentes às infecções ostoarticulares em pediatria, inclusive perfil epidemiológico e microbiológico, diagnóstico e tratamento. Fonte dos dados Feita revisão não sistemática nos mecanismos de busca Pubmed, Scielo, Lilacs e Google Scholar, com as palavras-chave bone and joint infection, children, pediatric, osteomyelitis, septic arthritis e espondylodiscitis nos últimos 10 anos. Os artigos mais relevantes foram selecionados pelos autores para compor a base de dados. Síntese dos dados As infecções osteoarticulares ainda são causa importante de morbidade na pediatria. A sua principal etiologia é o Staphylococcus aureus, porém há um aumento na detecção de Kingella kingae, especialmente através de métodos moleculares. A identificação microbiológica possibilita direcionamento de tratamento, enquanto que as provas de atividade inflamatória auxiliam no acompanhamento do tratamento. Exames de imagem são especialmente úteis no diagnóstico inicial das infecções. O tratamento empírico deve incluir cobertura para os principais microrganismos, de acordo com a faixa etária e as condições clínicas do paciente, considerando o perfil de resistência local. Procedimentos cirúrgicos podem ser indicados para diagnóstico, controle do foco e preservação da função. As complicações agudas incluem sepse, trombose venosa profunda e embolia pulmonar. Óbitos são raros. As complicações tardias são incomuns, mas podem levar a deformidades que comprometem o desenvolvimento motor. Conclusão O diagnóstico correto e precoce, com pronta instituição de terapia antimicrobiana adequada e controle do foco, quando indicado, é fundamental para um melhor prognóstico.

Análisis crítico de un antimicrobiano sub-óptimo, de frecuente sobre-utilización e inadecuada dosificación: vancomicina / Critical review of a suboptimal antibiotic, frequently overused and inappropriately dosed: vancomycin

Resumen Introducción: Vancomicina, terapia estándar para enterococos y estafilococos resistentes a β-lactámicos tradicionales (Staphylococcus aureus [SARM] y Staphylococcus coagulasa negativa), tiene extenso uso empírico en infecciones nosocomiales. Farmacológicamente débil, de estrecho margen terapéutico y farmacocinética poco predecible, es un fármaco sub-estándar según criterios contemporáneos. Tiene excesivo uso, por sobrediagnóstico de infecciones bacterianas y, en infecciones genuinas, por sobre-estimación etiológica de patógenos β-lactámico-resistentes. Últimamente han surgido nuevas amenazas a su efectividad: peores desenlaces en infecciones por SARM con CIM en rango alto de sensibilidad y resistencia de enterococos. Hay frecuente administración inadecuada en: dosis e intervalos, ausencia de dosis de carga inicial, falta de monitoreo con concentraciones plasmáticas, inadecuada dosificación en presencia de insuficiencia renal o diálisis e, importantemente, mantención de uso en ausencia de clara documentación de su necesidad. Nuevos fármacos anti-estafilocócicos no han permitido un reemplazo generalizado de vancomicina por lo que ésta mantiene un importante rol en la medicina contemporánea. Conclusiones: Una comprensión de las fortalezas y debilidades del fármaco, así como de la cambiante epidemiología y propiedades microbiológicas de los patógenos relevantes, al igual que un uso prudente y selectivo, permitirán optimizar su uso y mantener su rol terapéutico en la medicina actual y futura.

Background: Vancomycin, standard parenteral therapy for Gram positive cocci resistant to traditional beta-lactam antibiotics (Staphylococcus aureus and coagulase negative staphylococci [CNS]) and Enterococcus spp, frequent agents of nosocomial infections, is extensively used empirically in that setting. However, its pharmacological weakness, narrow therapeutic margin and poorly predictable pharmacokinetics, make it a suboptimal drug according to contemporary criteria. Vancomycin is over utilized due to both, overestimation of bacterial infections and, in genuine cases, overestimation of the etiological role of these resistant cocci, either nosocomially or community acquired. New threats narrow further its therapeutic role: poorer outcomes in infections with higher vancomycin MIC and resistance by enterococci. It is frequently given at inappropriate dosage and intervals, failing to: give loading dose when recommended, measure blood levels, adjust dosing to changing renal function and continued use when not necessary. Newer anti staphylococcal drugs haven't replaced completely the role of vancomycin, which maintains its usefulness in contemporary medicine. Conclusion: Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of vancomycin, current epidemiology and microbiology of infections for which it may be indicated, as well as the proper administration and monitoring, together with a prudent and selective indication will allow to preserve its present and future utility in the changing medical scenario.

Pure And Srba Dual Doped Zno Nanoparticles Prepared By Co-Precipitation Method And Their Structural, Optical And Antimicrobial Properties

The present investigation, the successful preparation of pure ZnO (Z1) NPs and SrBa dual doped ZnO (Z2) NPs by chemical co-precipitation technique without use of any capping agent. The structural and morphological properties of Z1 and Z2 NPs were analyzed using X-ray diffraction (XRD) studies, Field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), Elemental analysis (EDAX), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). An optical property was studied by UV–Vis spectroscopy and Photoluminescence (PL) spectra. The antimicrobial activity of Z1 and Z2 NPs has been investigated against Staphylococcus aureus and Klebsiella pneumoniae bacterial strains. It has been interestingly observed that Z2 NPs has enhanced the inhibitory activity than that of Z1 NPs against S. aureus and more efficiently than the K. pneumoniae bacterial strain.

The Synthesis, Screening Of Novel 1-Substituted-3-(4-Oxo-2-Phenylquinazolin-3(4h)-Yl) Urea And Thiourea Analogues As Potent Antibacterials

Objective: The proposed study is an attempt to determine antibacterial activity of synthesized novel 1-substituted-3-(4-oxo-2-phenylquinazolin-3(4H)-yl) urea and thiourea analogues as potent antibacterials against S. aureus and E. coli bacteria. Methods: The present study reports new series of 1-substituted-3-(4-oxo-2-phenylquinazolin-3(4H)-yl) urea and thiourea derivatives as potent antibacterial agents. Reagents used in the present study were of synthetic grade and solvents were used after distillation. Novel quinazolinone analogues were synthesized by considering substitution pattern, characterization of the synthesized analogues was performed using various techniques like Thin layer chromatography, Melting point, Infrared spectroscopy, Proton NMR spectrometry and Mass spectrometry. TLC of the synthesized analogues was carried out by using (toluene: methanol in the ratio 2:1), melting point was found by open capillary method, IR spectrum was recorded on JASCO V-530, 1H NMR was recorded on Bruker Avance Spectrometer and Mass spectra were obtained from G6460A, triple quadrupole/MS/MS system. In vitro antibacterial activity was performed against S. aureus and E. coli. Results: Six derivatives of quinazolinone analogues were synthesized. The structures of 1-substituted-3-(4-oxo-2-phenylquinazolin-3(4H)-yl) urea and thiourea derivatives were confirmed by physical and spectral analysis. Synthesized molecules showed Rf of 0.45-0.80 in toluene: methanol mobile phase, melting point was carried out by open capillary method and were in range of 90-210 ° C, IR spectrum was recorded in range of 14000-400 cm-1and showed characteristic peaks of NH and of C-O-NH, 1H NMR of the compounds was distinct to confirm structures with delta values in the range of 7.53-11.960, Mass spectra proved parent peaks of synthesized compounds confirming molecular weight. The compounds were assayed for antibacterial activity against S. aureus and E. coli using ciprofloxacin as standard. The synthesized analogues have shown good yield and comparable antibacterial. Conclusion: The present study delivers a convenient and efficient protocol for the quinazolinone analogues synthesis.

Effects Of Alpha-Mangostin And Citronella Oil Against Acne Causing Bacteria

Objective: This study assessed the effects of alpha-mangostin (AM) and citronella oil (CO) working alone or in combination against Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) and Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). Methods: The screening for antibacterial activity of AM and CO against P. acnes and S. aureus was carried out using the disk diffusion method. The minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) and minimum bactericidal concentrations (MBCs) of these two substances were determined using the broth microdilution method. The fractional inhibitory concentration indices (FICI) of a combination of AM and CO were obtained by checkerboard dilution assay. Results: The results showed that alpha-mangostin and citronella oil do indeed fight against P. acnes and S. aureus. The MICs and MBCs of AM against P. acnes and S. aureus were the same at 6.25 and 50 µg/ml, respectively. Both the MIC and the MBC of CO against P. acnes were 27.81µg/ml. The MIC and the MBC of CO against S. aureus were 112.13 and 224.25 µg/ml, respectively. The FICI of a combination of AM and CO against P. acnes and S. aureus were 2.00, indicating indifferent interaction with no additional inhibitory effect. Conclusion: AM and CO are very effective against P. acnes and S. aureus, nevertheless their effect when used together was indifferent from using alone. Further research may find that either or both of these substances combined with yet a different natural agent could provide synergy againstP. acnes and S. aureus.

Colonization and risk of infection by multidrug-resistant bacteria in hemodialysis patients: a topic of concern / Colonización e infección por bacterias multirresistentes en pacientes en hemodiálisis: un tema de preocupación

Antimicrobial resistance worsens the prognosis in patients with chronic diseases. Patients on hemodialysis have infection rates that exceed those reported in other types of patients. Colonization has been suggested as a risk factor for the development of infections. However, the majority of the studies that have evaluated this association have methodological limitations that have called into question the validity of the results; such as the lack of use of molecular methods to confirm that the colonizing species are the same as that which causes infection, the measurement of exposure only at the beginning of the study, the absence of follow-up, the evaluation of bacteremia as the only important outcome and the focus only on Staphylococcus aureus, without including other resistant bacteria of clinical importance such as multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria. This lead to the need to use molecular epidemiology methods for refine the association between colonization and infection in endemic countries like Colombia, where the high rates of antimicrobial resistance demand accurate prevention strategies in susceptible patients.

La resistencia antimicrobiana empeora el pronóstico en pacientes con enfermedades crónicas. Los pacientes en hemodiálisis son un grupo particularmente afectado con porcentajes de infección bacteriana que exceden las reportadas en otro tipo de pacientes. La colonización ha sido sugerida como un factor de riesgo para el desarrollo de infecciones. Sin embargo, los estudios que han evaluado esta asociación presentan limitaciones metodológicas que han cuestionado la validez de los resultados; como la falta de utilización de métodos moleculares que confirmen que la especie que coloniza es la misma que causa infección, la medición de la exposición solo al inicio del estudio, la ausencia de seguimiento y la evaluación de bacteriemia como el único desenlace de importancia. Así mismo, la mayoría de los estudios se han enfocado solo en Staphylococcus aureus sin incluir otras bacterias resistentes de importancia clínica como son los bacilos Gram negativos multirresistentes. Lo anterior lleva a la necesidad de utilizar métodos de epidemiología molecular que permitan refinar el análisis de la asociación entre colonización e infección, más aún en países endémicos como Colombia, en el que los altos porcentajes de resistencia demandan estrategias de prevención más certeras en pacientes susceptibles.

The study of reduced susceptibility of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus to various antibiotics with special reference to glycopeptides in a tertiary care hospital in central India

Background: Staphylococcus aureus has emerged over the past several decades as a leading cause of hospital-associated and community acquired infections. Methicillin resistant S. aureus (MRSA), which are often resistant to several classes of antibiotics, is the most common cause of nosocomial infections and pose a great threat to the world. Vancomycin is regarded as the first-line drug for treatment of MRSA but resistance to this drug is being reported now a day.Methods: It was carried out for a period between January 2014 to June 2017 in the microbiology diagnostic laboratory. MRSA detection was performed by cefoxitin disk diffusion method. Screening for the vancomycin intermediate and the vancomycin resistant S. aureus (VISA and VRSA respectively) was carried out by using vancomycin screen. MIC (minimum inhibitory concentration) of vancomycin was tested by agar dilution method and E strip on all MRSA isolates.Results: A total of 287 S. aureus clinical isolates were included in the study. All MRSA were inoculated on vancomycin screen agar. Visible growth was present in 8 isolates. Five (3.73%) MRSA isolates with MIC of 4 were termed VISA (vancomycin intermediate S. aureus) by agar dilution method. Six isolates had the MIC of 4 and were termed as VISA.Conclusions: As disc diffusion method is not recommended by CLSI for S. aureus, vancomycin screen agar and MIC determination by either of the methods viz. agar dilution or E test can be used.

A Comparative Analysis of Different Phenotypic Methods Used in \r\nDetection of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus\r\n

Introduction: In developing country like Bangladesh rheumaticfever is common diseases occur in children.Objective: In this study our main goal is to evaluate theincidence in rheumatic fever in age 5-15 age groupBangladesh.Method: This cross sectional study was done at differentprivate hospital in Khulna district from January 2016 to January2017 .where 100 patients data were recorded methodically in apreformed data sheet.Results: In the study 71% patients’ mother was illiterate andmost of them were house wife. Also, most of the patients facedserious heart damage.Conclusion: We can conclude that, overcrowding and lowattainment of education by mothers is responsible for incidenceof RF in children. Further study in needed for better outcome.