Recent developments in lactamases and extended spectrum lactamases
- 22 November 2003
- Vol. 327 (7425), 1209-1213
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.327.7425.1209
Abstract
Resistance to β lactam antibiotics is an increasing problem worldwide. This review describes the classification and mechanism of action of β lactamases and the options available for detecting, treating, and controlling extended spectrum β lactamasesThis publication has 18 references indexed in Scilit:
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