Antimicrobial Resistance in Cattle Across Europe (2002-2004)
Author Information
Author(s): Hendriksen Rene S, Mevius Dik J, Schroeter Andreas, Teale Christopher, Meunier Danièle, Butaye Patrick, Franco Alessia, Utinane Andra, Amado Alice, Moreno Miguel, Greko Christina, Stärk Katharina, Berghold Christian, Myllyniemi Anna-Liisa, Wasyl Dariusz, Sunde Marianne, Aarestrup Frank M
Primary Institution: National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark
Hypothesis
What is the prevalence of antimicrobial resistance among bacterial pathogens isolated from cattle in different European countries?
Conclusion
Isolates from Denmark, England, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland showed low frequencies of resistance, while many isolates from Belgium, France, Italy, Latvia, and Spain were resistant to most antimicrobials tested.
Supporting Evidence
- Data from 25,241 isolates were collected from 13 European countries.
- The highest frequency of resistance was observed for penicillin in Staphylococcus aureus.
- Isolates from Finland and most from Denmark, England, Italy, and Sweden were susceptible to most antimicrobials.
- More resistance and variation of resistance levels were observed for Escherichia coli compared to other species.
Takeaway
This study looked at how many bacteria from cows in Europe are resistant to antibiotics. Some countries have a lot of resistant bacteria, while others have very few.
Methodology
Data on antimicrobial susceptibility were collected from participating laboratories over three years, with proficiency tests conducted annually to ensure accuracy.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to differences in sampling and microbiological methods used for isolation in different countries.
Limitations
Data from some countries may be incomplete, and differences in testing methods and breakpoints used could complicate comparisons.
Participant Demographics
Data were collected from 13 European countries.
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