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SynthesisBMC infectious diseases2025

Extended-spectrum beta-lactam-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis from a One Health perspective.

Morufat Oluwatosin Olaitan, Oluwatosin Qawiyy Orababa, Rukayya Bushola Shittu, Adams Alabi Oyediran, Gift Maureen Obunukwu, Margaret Toluwalayo Arowolo, Ayomikun Emmanuel Kade, Khalid Ibrahim Yahaya, Rildwan Alaba Yusuff

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3 · Its place in the literature

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7 citing papers in PubMed.

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  5. Prevalence of extended spectrum beta lactamase and molecular detection of blaInternational microbiology : the official journal of the Spanish Society for Microbiology · 2026
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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

9 authors.

Morufat Oluwatosin Olaitan *Department of Biology, Microbiology and Science Laboratory Technology, Nile University of Nigeria, Plot 681, Cadastral Zone C-OO, Research & Institution Area, Jabi Airport Bypass, Abuja FCT, Abuja, 900001, Nigeria. morufat.olaitan@nileuniversity.edu.ng.
Oluwatosin Qawiyy Orababa *School of Life Sciences, University of Warwick, Coventry, UK.
Rukayya Bushola ShittuDepartment of Microbiology, Osun State University, Osogbo, Nigeria.
Adams Alabi OyediranDepartment of Microbiology, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.
Gift Maureen ObunukwuDepartment of Microbiology, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.
Margaret Toluwalayo ArowoloDepartment of Microbiology, University of Lagos, Akoka, Nigeria.
Ayomikun Emmanuel KadeSchool of Life Sciences, University of Warwick, Coventry, UK.
Khalid Ibrahim YahayaDepartment of Microbiology, Federal University of Dutsin-Ma, Dutsin-Ma, Nigeria.
Rildwan Alaba YusuffDepartment of Microbiology, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundExtended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae is a critical priority pathogen for which there is a need for new antimicrobials and poses a great public health threat to many parts of the world including sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). This study aims to determine the prevalence of ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae in SSA using a one health perspective, and the predominant ESBL genes in the region.

methodsDatabases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Africa Journal Online, and Google Scholar were searched for eligible articles based on pre-set eligibility criteria. After screening of titles, abstracts, and full texts, a meta-analysis using a random-effect model was conducted on the eligible studies to determine the overall and subgroup prevalence of ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae in SSA.

resultsThis meta-analysis included 119 eligible studies from 25 SSA countries in all SSA subregions. The overall prevalence of ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae in SSA is estimated to be 8.6% [95% CI: 6.4-11]. South Africa (18.5%) and Central Africa (4.6%) subregions have the highest and lowest prevalence of ESBL-producing K. pneumoniae in the region, respectively. Additionally, South Africa (23.3%), Kenya (23%), and Nigeria (11.1%) are the top three countries with ESBL-K. pneumoniae. Animal samples were also seen to have the highest prevalence compared to clinical and environmental samples in this study. Lastly, bla

conclusionThe widespread presence of resistant strains in certain regions poses a significant risk of inter-country transmission, highlighting the need for collaborative regional surveillance and control efforts.

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beta-Lactam ResistanceKlebsiella InfectionsKlebsiella pneumoniaeAfrica South of the SaharaAnti-Bacterial Agentsbeta-Lactamasesbeta-LactamsHumansOne HealthPrevalenceAnti-Bacterial Agentsbeta-Lactamasesbeta-LactamsAntibiotic resistanceESBL epidemiologyKlebsiella pneumoniaeOne HealthPublic HealthSub-Saharan Africa

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