ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae

Type: BacteriaAlso known as: Extended-spectrum \u3b2-lactamaseAbout: ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae are a concern in healthcare settings and the community. They can spread rapidly and cause or complicate infections in healthy people.ESBL stands for extended-spectrum beta-lactamase. ESBLs are enzymes that break down commonly used antibiotics, such as penicillins and cephalosporins, making them ineffective.Estimated cases in hospitalized patients in 2017: 197,400Estimated deaths in 2017: 9,100This fact sheet is part of CDC\u2019s 2019 Antibiotic Resistance Threats Report.The full report, including data sources, is available at www.cdc.gov/DrugResistance/Biggest-Threats.html.CS298822-APublication date from document properties.esbl-508.pdf2019700