A seasonal (summer and winter) survey on the occurrence and distribution of antibiotic resistant bacteria (ARB) in the waters and sediments of the Syracuse Gulf (Ionian Sea) was carried out in order to assess potential risks for human and animal health. Fifty strains of heterotrophic bacteria were isolated and screened for their susceptibility profiles to a range of different antibiotic molecules. Multiple ARB were detected, especially in the sediments, where their percentage was significantly higher than in water. Conversely, no statistically significant differences were detected in relation to the season.
Occurrence and distribution of antibiotic resistant bacteria in the Syracuse Gulf (Italy)
Caruso G.
;Azzaro F.;Decembrini F.;
2024
Abstract
A seasonal (summer and winter) survey on the occurrence and distribution of antibiotic resistant bacteria (ARB) in the waters and sediments of the Syracuse Gulf (Ionian Sea) was carried out in order to assess potential risks for human and animal health. Fifty strains of heterotrophic bacteria were isolated and screened for their susceptibility profiles to a range of different antibiotic molecules. Multiple ARB were detected, especially in the sediments, where their percentage was significantly higher than in water. Conversely, no statistically significant differences were detected in relation to the season.File in questo prodotto:
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