Prevalence of Extended-Spectrum- Beta-Lactamase-Producing Bacterial Species Isolated from Handbags of Women in Abeokuta, Nigeria
Olabisi Promise Lawal, Ilesanmi Taiwo Ayomide, Asare Bernard Kwame, Adegbesan Abiodun Christopher, Dike Jennifer Ogochukwu, Okoye, Chrispin Arinze, Adefemi Oluwasegun Temitope, Daniel Ebubechi Obasi, Adewoyin Peter Bemigho, Igunma Aimuanmwosa Andrew, Cynthia Ndidiamaka Obi, Olaide Zainab & Enaburekhan Gift Eseohe · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2024
Background: Numerous studies have identified the presence of harmful microorganisms on inanimate objects. A woman’s handbag, commonly used as a personal and portable accessory, often harbors various microbes, including bacteria. This study aims to assess the prevalence, antibiog...