Detection of FUS-1 (OXA-85), a Class D Beta-lactamase from Fusobacterium nucleatum Subspecies Polymorphum in Nigeria
Francisca O. Nwaokorie, Kofoworola O. Savage, Muinah A. Fowora, Patricia O. Ayanbadejo, Folasade T. Ogunsola & Akitoye O. Coker · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2013
Aims: Beta-lactamase production and subsequent resistance to β-lactam drugs has been a global concern in the treatment of Gram negative anaerobes. The aim of this study was to identify F. nucleatum strains producing Class D β-lactamase through the detection of FUS-1 (OXA-85) resi...
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10.9734/BMRJ/2013/3599