Browsing by Subject "Multidrug resistance"
Now showing items 1-19 of 19
-
Antibiotic-resistant acinetobacter baumannii in burn wounds of Intensive Care Unit admitted patients: a single centered, cross-sectional study
(BRAC University, 2024-11)The purpose of the study was to identify Acinetobacter baumannii (A. baumannii) in burn wound patients admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and to investigate the antibiotic resistance profile of these A. baumannii ... -
Antimicrobial resistance E. coli, Staphylococcus and Salmonella Hatirjheel lake and Buriganga river: a threat to water quality and public health
(Brac University, 2024-03)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to global public health, with environmental reservoirs such as lakes and rivers playing a crucial role in its dissemination. This study addresses the prevalence and ... -
Assessment of antibiotic resistance profiles and pathogenic traits of Escherichia coli isolates in Dhaka city's municipal water supply
(BRAC University, 2024-12)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Escherichia coli is a growing global threat, with significant public health implications. This study evaluated municipal household water in Dhaka North, Bangladesh, revealing fecal ... -
Characterization of acinetobacter baumannii from hospital-adjacent waterbodies in Dhaka city
(Brac University, 2023-06)Acinetobacter baumannii has become a significant pathogen over the last few decades. It is naturally found in food, soil, and surface water but in clinical settings, it has demonstrated increasing health problems and ... -
Characterization of pseudomonas aeruginosa from hospital sewage water and nearby community water based on their multi-drug-resistant gene
(Brac University, 2023-06)Introduction: Hospital wastewater is one of the most prominent sources of antibiotic-resistant pathogenic bacteria. This study aims to find multi-drug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa from the hospital and nearby community ... -
Detection of antibiotic resistance spectrum and resistance genes for aminoglycoside, macrolide, and β-lactam antibiotics using wound swab samples
(Brac University, 2020-01)Antibiotic resistance has become a global health problem with a decrease in efficacy in treating common infections, resulting in increased sufferings, duration of hospital stay and economic burden. Infections in the wound ... -
Detection of multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in chicken samples collected from wet markets of Dhaka City
(Brac University, 2023-06)In both humans and animals, antibiotics are often used as a kind of treatment and to prevent illness. Antibiotic resistance may, however, also increase due to broad antibiotic usage. This study aimed to investigate the ... -
Isolation and identification of respiratory pathogen from sputum sample assessment antibiotics resistance: single centered cross sectional study
(BRAC University, 2024-11)Respiratory tract infections are general health threats that are magnified by increased cases of antibiotic resistance. The purpose of this study was to isolate respiratory pathogens from sputum samples to determine ... -
Isolation of Klebsiella pneumoniae from chicken cloacal samples and analysis of their antibiotic susceptibility pattern from Dhaka City
(BRAC University, 2024-12)"Background: Zoonotic pathogens can be transmitted from animals to humans, which represent a significant threat to human health due to the possibility of triggering infectious disease outbreaks. This study aimed to detect ... -
Isolation of multi-drug resistant Escherichia coli from hospital wastewater and adjacent community water samples in Dhaka city, Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2023-06)"Background: The emergence and spread of multi-drug resistant Escherichia coli (MDR E. coli) is a growing public health concern worldwide, including developing countries such as Bangladesh. Hospital wastewater and ... -
Isolation, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility profile of Salmonella spp. from chicken meat samples collected from wet markets of Dhaka City
(BRAC University, 2024)Raw chicken commonly carries Salmonella spp., a major source of highly predominant foodborne disease. Improper handling or undercooking increases contamination risk. This study examined isolation, molecular detection and ... -
Multi-drug resistant pathogens of pneumonia: our stance
(Brac University, 2020-02)As one of the preeminent causes of death, pneumonia is causing more harm than anticipated. Especially, the accompanying horror of antibiotic resistance is adding up into the pile of misery and the emergence of multidrug ... -
Multiple drug resistance activity of Clove extract by extraction solvents
(Brac University, 2021-09)Clove extraction is produced from dried clove flower buds, Eugenia caryophyllata L. Merr. & Perry (Myrtaceae), is utilized in the fragrance and flavoring industries, as well as as a topical therapy to reduce pain and promote ... -
Nanotechnology advancement in the field of curing cancer
(BRAC University, 2022-11)The ability to treat sickness is continually evolving. In this field, various approaches are being used. One of the deadliest diseases for which there are now no better treatments is cancer. There is a lot of utilization ... -
Natural products and their combinatory effects in breast cancer treatment
(Brac University, 2021-06)Breast cancer is one of the major causes of mortality for women across the globe. As treatment options for breast cancer, hormonal therapy, surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy have long been used. Despite advances in ... -
Phenotypic and genotypic characterization of hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from neonates in Bangladesh
(2024-09)A systematic assessment of 11 observational studies reported that 596 (42.8%) of 1392 Klebsiella pneumoniae infection cases were hypervirulent (hvKp) strains. Additionally, a research study conducted in Bangladesh reported ... -
A review on antibiotic resistant bacteria found in Dhaka water supply
(BRAC University, 2023-05)The unsafe water supply of Dhaka city causes concern for public health. This review work aims to identify whether antibiotic resistant bacteria are available in Dhaka water supply. According to the collected 25 articles ... -
Study on bacteriological profile and antimicrobial susceptibility pattern in septicemia suspected patients
(BRAC University, 2024)Septicemia, a critical bloodstream infection, poses significant health challenges, particularly with the increasing prevalence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) pathogens. This study aimed to investigate bacterial isolates' ... -
Trends of multidrug resistance phenotypes in vibrio cholerae causing cholera in Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2023-06)Antibiotic resistance is a growing global concern, posing significant challenges in the treatment of bacterial infections. Vibrio cholerae, a gram-negative bacterium responsible for the severe diarrheal disease cholera, ...
