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February 5, 2026Saudi Medical JournalOpen Access

Prevalence of Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae in Intensive Care Units in Saudi Arabia: A 10-Year Systematic Review

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SZShadi A. Zakai

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Systematic review reveals high CRE prevalence in ICUs, highlighting the need for enhanced diagnostic and treatment strategies.

Key Points

  • To assess the prevalence of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) in intensive care units (ICUs) in Saudi Arabia over the past decade.
  • Conducted a systematic review of publications regarding CRE in Saudi Arabian ICUs.
  • Analyzed the prevalence data over the last ten years.
  • Evaluated existing molecular diagnostic and surveillance practices.
  • Identified a high and rising prevalence of CRE in Saudi Arabian ICUs.
  • Highlighted an urgent need for standardized diagnostic measures.
  • Emphasized the importance of antimicrobial stewardship programs to manage CRE transmission.

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Shadi A. Zakai (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/698434ebf1d9ada3c1fb3969https://doi.org/10.15537/smj.2026.47.1.20250636
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