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ArticleAfrican journal of laboratory medicine2025

A retrospective analysis of uropathogens isolated and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns at a regional hospital in North West province, South Africa.

Miguel J Teixeira, Vian Pretorius, Robert C J G Hunt, Sanam Morar, Jamie L Colloty, Caleb M Radebe, Rajen Morar

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Miguel J TeixeiraAmpath Allergy Clinic, Pretoria, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0242-4582
Vian PretoriusDepartment of Internal Medicine, Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, Johannesburg, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-6091-051X
Robert C J G HuntDepartment of Internal Medicine, Klerksdorp-Tshepong Complex Academic Hospital, Klerksdorp, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4392-9066
Sanam MorarDepartment of Chemical Pathology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4323-2154
Jamie L CollotyDepartment of Microbiology, Faculty of Health Sciences, National Health Laboratory Service, Tshwane Academic Division, Pretoria, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5048-8399
Caleb M RadebeDepartment of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Potchefstroom Hospital, Potchefstroom, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0007-5000-7066
Rajen MorarDepartment of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Medicine, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0253-6928

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Abstract

Background: Urinary tract infections are among the most common infections affecting the general population. Their high incidence, as well as frequent antimicrobial use, contribute significantly to the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Objective: To determine the profile and prevalence of uropathogens isolated from urine specimens at a regional hospital and assess susceptibility patterns to commonly used antimicrobials recommended by the National Essential Medicines List (NEML). Methods: This was a retrospective evaluation of laboratory reports for all urine specimens submitted between 01 January 2020 and 31 December 2023. Results: The most frequently cultured organisms were Conclusion: What this study adds: This retrospective analysis identifies predominant uropathogens' updated antimicrobial susceptibility profiles, some of which misalign with NEML guidelines. Insights will guide targeted antimicrobial stewardship, empiric therapy, and local surveillance to curb AMR.

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antimicrobial resistanceciprofloxacinEscherichia colinitrofurantoinurinary tract infections

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