In recent years, the global spread of antimicrobial resistance has become a concerning issue, often referred to as a "silent pandemic". Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB) are a recurring problem, with some originating from waterborne route. The study aimed to investigate the presence of clinically relevant opportunistic bacteria and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in hospital water distribution systems (WDSs).
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