International journal of microbiology
Genotypic and Phenotypic Characterization of MRSA Colonization and Persistence in Residential Aged Care Facilities in Adelaide, Australia
Par Asrat BT, Sapula SA, Siderius NL et 7 autres.
Contenu en anglais
Résumé
Background
Residential aged care facilities (RACFs) are potential reservoirs for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), with residents at increased risk due to compromised immunity, comorbidities, frequent hospital visits, and close living quarters.