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October 2, 2025International Journal of Scientific Research0 citations

Antibiotic Susceptibility Trends Among Klebsiella Pneumoniae Isolates in Clinical Specimens at a Tertiary Care Hospital

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SGSonal H. GoriyaKMKrunal D. MehtaHSHitesh Shingala

Key Points

  • Over 69% of Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates were resistant to third-generation cephalosporins, emphasizing the healthcare challenge.
  • More than 92% of isolates showed sensitivity to carbapenems, presenting a critical treatment option for resistant infections.
  • The highest burden of K. pneumoniae infections was in patients aged 51–70 years, indicating a vulnerable demographic for antibiotic resistance.
  • Judicious use of antibiotics is crucial for managing rising resistance rates and ensuring effective treatment options are available.

Abstract

Background: Klebsiella pneumoniae is a leading etiological agent in both community- and hospital-acquired infections, now complicated by increased antibiotic resistance. A retrospective study in the Department of Microbiology, M.P. Shah Methods: Government Medical College, included 600 non-repetitive K. pneumoniae isolates (December 2024–May 2025). Data from WHONET surveillance were analyzed using CLSI 2024 guidelines. Of 600 isolates, most originated from urine (35.8%) and pus (27.0%). Males represen Results: ted 53.1% of cases. Patients aged 51–70 years had the highest burden. Over 69% of isolates were resistant to third-generation cephalosporins. Carbapenem sensitivity exceeded 92%. High resistance rates to first-line antibiotics underscore the urgent need for robust antibiotic Conclusion: stewardship. Judicious use of carbapenems is recommended.

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Goriya et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68de79685b556a9128e1a8a1https://doi.org/10.36106/ijsr/0312223
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