Abstract
An outbreak of extended-spectrum ß-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli in a neonatal care unit began with transmission from a mother to her newborn twins during vaginal delivery. Subsequently, infection spread by healthcare worker contact with other neonates; a healthcare worker also was infected. Knowledge about transmission may improve infection control measures.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Carrier State
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Escherichia coli / drug effects
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Escherichia coli / enzymology*
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Escherichia coli / genetics
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Escherichia coli Infections / epidemiology*
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Escherichia coli Infections / microbiology*
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Female
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Gene Expression Regulation, Bacterial / physiology
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Hospital Units
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
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Male
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beta-Lactamases / classification
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beta-Lactamases / genetics
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beta-Lactamases / metabolism*