ArticleMolecular biology reports2026
Molecular characterization and genotypic diversity of extensively drug-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii from endotracheal aspirates in a pediatric intensive care unit in Sulaimani, Iraq.
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backgroundExtensively drug-resistant (XDR) Acinetobacter baumannii poses a significant threat in pediatric intensive care units (PICUs), particularly in regions with limited surveillance data. This study characterized the bacterial profile of endotracheal aspirate samples from a PICU in Sulaimani, confirmed A. baumannii identification using bla METHODS AND
resultsFrom August 2023 to March 2025, 100 consecutive Gram-negative isolates were recovered from mechanically ventilated pediatric patients. VITEK2 was used for identification and susceptibility testing. XDR Acinetobacter isolates underwent molecular confirmation via bla
conclusionsThis study provides the first molecular epidemiological characterization of XDR A. baumannii in an Iraqi PICU, revealing clonal persistence of a successful epidemic strain and critical gaps in phenotypic identification. These findings emphasize the need for routine molecular surveillance, targeted infection control, and antimicrobial stewardship in resource-limited settings.
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