Detection of extended spectrum beta-lactamases in escherichia coli from cage birds

The objective of this research study was to determine the prevalence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) producing Escherichia coli, in various pet bird s in Hatay, Turkey. The 4 bacterial isolates obtained displayed different frequencies of antimicrobial susceptibility amongst 18 antibiotics. The four E. coli isolates were classified as group B1 based on phylogenetic analysis.
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research