Detection of a Serratia sarumanii outbreak in neonatal intensive care units using SaTScan and whole genome sequencing, Philippines, 2022.

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SaTScan and whole genome sequencing effectively detected a Serratia sarumanii outbreak in neonatal intensive care units in the Philippines. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Giselle Godin; Sonia Sia; Ferissa B Ablola; June M Gayeta; Marietta L Lagrada; Polle Krystle V Macaranas; Agnettah M Olorosa; Janziel Fiel Palarca; Manuel C Jamoralin; June Janice Borlasa; Ma Fe Laren B Gacho; Rica Marie B Andico; Ida Marrione Q Arriola; Jo-Anne J Lobo; Melanie B Adolfo; Jessica Anne A. Dumalag; Joel Gallardo; Ma. Delta S. Aguilar; Allyne M Aguelo; Charlotte V Bañes; Genelynne J Beley

doi:10.5365/wpsar.2026.17.1.1092

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The aim is to demonstrate a method for early outbreak detection using advanced genomic techniques.
Utilized SaTScan for outbreak detection
Applied whole genome sequencing for genetic analysis
Investigated transmission pathways of the outbreak
Analyzed potential outbreak sources
Successfully identified the source of the Serratia sarumanii outbreak
Facilitated understanding of genetic transmission pathways
Detected novel species contributing to the outbreak

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This analysis detects an outbreak source in neonates, indicating effective monitoring is critical.

Abstract

This study highlighted the utility of SaTScan for the early detection of potential disease outbreaks. The use of whole genome sequencing enhanced the investigation by enabling the analysis of potential transmission pathways at the genetic level, identification of the outbreak source and the detection of novel species.

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Godin et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69994cc2873532290d021839 https://doi.org/10.5365/wpsar.2026.17.1.1092

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