The sleeping giant: Antimicrobial resistance

J. M. Casellas, M. G. Blanco, M. E. Pinto

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Abstract

Resistance to antimicrobial agents is a serious problem in Latin America. High-level resistance to the newer agents, including third-generation cephalosporins and carbapenems, is common in isolates from large university hospitals. Resistance to pathogens leads to outpatient infections, including diarrheal, respiratory, and venereal diseases and is a major problem in the area. In an era of scarce funding and resources, this pathogen resistance is a growing problem for the health system of the region.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)29-45
Number of pages17
JournalInfectious disease clinics of North America
Volume8
Issue number1
StatePublished - Jan 1 1994

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