Multidrug-resistant Salmonella Typhi among symptomatic and asymptomatic children in informal settlements in Nairobi, Kenya

Multidrug-resistant Salmonella Typhi among symptomatic and asymptomatic children in informal settlements in Nairobi, Kenya

Abstract Background The emergence and persistence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) Salmonella Typhi (S. Typhi) infections is a significant global health problem. The carrier state of typhoid makes it prudent to conduct routine surveillance for both acute cases and carriers especially those caused by MDR...

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Main Authors: Susan M. Kavai, Julius Oyugi, Cecilia Mbae, Kelvin Kering, Peter Muturi, Collins Kebenei, Sylvia Omulo, Samuel Kariuki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-10-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Subjects:
Salmonella Typhi
Multi drug resistance
Phenotypes
Symptomatic
Asymptomatic
Informal settlements
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-024-10104-w
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