Antimicrobial Resistance of Listeria monocytogenes in Kosovo
Author Information
Author(s): Jashari Besart, Stessl Beatrix, Félix Benjamin, Cana Armend, Bisha Bledar, Jankuloski Dean, Blagoevska Katerina, Kayode Adeoye J.
Primary Institution: Food and Veterinary Agency of Kosovo
Hypothesis
What are the clonal complexes and antimicrobial susceptibility profiles of Listeria monocytogenes in the food chain in Kosovo?
Conclusion
The study found significant antimicrobial resistance in Listeria monocytogenes isolates from food products in Kosovo, indicating a potential threat to food safety and public health.
Supporting Evidence
- 114 Listeria monocytogenes isolates were analyzed for their antimicrobial resistance.
- 21 different sequence types were identified among the isolates.
- CC9-ST9 was the most prevalent clonal complex found in meat products.
Takeaway
This study looked at germs in food that can make people sick and found that many of them are resistant to medicines that usually help us get better.
Methodology
The study used multilocus sequence typing (MLST) and antimicrobial susceptibility testing on 114 Listeria monocytogenes isolates from various food products.
Limitations
The study did not assess changes in antimicrobial resistance patterns over time.
Participant Demographics
Isolates were collected from various food products including meat, dairy, and fish in Kosovo.
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