PREVALENCE SURVEY ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE SOME OF BACTERIA AT CAI NUOC GENERAL HOPITAL IN 2023-2024

Abstract

Antibiotic resistance is a major global health challenge. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and antibiotic resistance patterns of pathogenic bacteria at Cai Nuoc General Hospital during 2023–2024. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted using clinical specimens identified and tested for antibiotic susceptibility according to CLSI 2023 standards. The predominant isolates were Escherichia coli 9,9%, Klebsiella pneumoniae 8.1%, Staphylococcus epidermidis 13,5% and Staphylococcus aureus 46,8%. High resistance rates were observed for beta-lactam and quinolone groups. ESBL-producing Gram-negative bacilli accounted for 21,2%, and MRSA for 89,7%. Conclusion: Antibiotic resistance at the hospital remains high, emphasizing the need for antimicrobial stewardship and regular surveillance.