Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research
ANTIBIOGRAM PROFILING OF UROPATHOGENIC E.COLI FROM URINE SAMPLES OF CATHERISED PATIENTS WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO FIM H GENE
Parveen Anjum Sheiq , Khutija Sarah , Lubna Iqbal
JCDR. 2024: 1668-1694
Abstract
BACKGROUND : Most hospital visits globally are caused by urinary tract infections, which are also a major cause of morbidity and comorbidity in patients with underlying medical conditions. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern caused by a variety of bacteria, including uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC). UPEC strains are the most common pathogens, accounting for 85% and 50% of community and hospital-acquired UTIs. UPEC strains have unique virulence characteristics, including type 1 fimbriae, which can result in worsening of UTIs.
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