Why is the microbiology lab calling about an extended-spectrum beta-lactamase bacterium from a wound culture?
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Abstract
As more and more gram-negative bacteria produce extended-spectrum beta-lactamases, it is important that physicians know what to do when these bacteria cause postoperative infections in patients.
Medical subject headings
- Bacteria
- Sepsis
- Surgical Wound Infection
- beta-Lactamases