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October 23, 2025Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection ControlOpen Access

Asymptomatic faecal carriage of vancomycin-resistant Enterococci among inpatients and outpatients in a Kenyan hospital: a cross-sectional study

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AMAnthony Karoki MainaJMJohn M. MaingiAMAbednego Moki Musyoki

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Overview

Cross-sectional study shows 5.2% VRE prevalence in patients, indicating risk factors for antibiotic resistance.

Key Points

  • Asymptomatic faecal carriage of vancomycin-resistant Enterococci was reported at 5.2%, predominantly in outpatients.
  • The study revealed significant antibiotic resistance, with VRE isolates 100% resistant to erythromycin and tetracycline.
  • Cross-sectional study conducted in a Kenyan hospital assessed VRE asymptomatic carriage and associated risk factors.
  • Urgent infection prevention protocols and continued antimicrobial resistance surveillance are needed for effective control.

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Maina et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68fa32a40df2e6cd2f742055https://doi.org/10.1186/s13756-025-01577-8
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