Reports from University of Karachi Add New Data to Research in Enterococcus (Antibiotic Resistance and Susceptibility Profile, with Biofilm Forming Potential Of Clinically Isolated Enterococcus Specie from Blood and Urine Samples).

A recent study conducted at the University of Karachi examined the antibiotic resistance and susceptibility profile of Enterococcus species isolated from blood and urine samples. Enterococcus is a type of Gram-positive bacteria commonly found in the human intestine and can act as probiotics. However, they can also cause infections, especially in healthcare settings. The study found that Enterococcus species exhibited high resistance to the antibiotic levofloxacin, while they were sensitive to linezolid. Additionally, all organisms were able to form biofilms, which contribute to antibiotic resistance. The researchers concluded that antibiotic resistance in Enterococcus is a growing concern globally, leading to an increase in nosocomial infections. [Extracted from the article]