JOURNAL ARTICLE

Phylogenomics analysis of multidrug-resistant Elizabethkingia anophelis in industrial wastewater treatment plant.

  • Published In: Journal of Applied Microbiology, 2023, v. 134, n. 9. P. 1 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Nascimento, Ana Paula Alves; de Farias, Beatriz Oliveira; Gonçalves-Brito, Andressa Silva; Magaldi, Mariana; Flores, Claudia; Quidorne, Camila Silva; Montenegro, Kaylanne S; Bianco, Kayo; Clementino, Maysa Mandetta 3 of 3

Abstract

This study focuses on the phylogenetic characterization and antimicrobial resistance of multidrug-resistant Elizabethkingia anophelis strains isolated from various stages of an industrial wastewater treatment plant (WWTPi) in Brazil. Whole genome sequencing confirmed the isolates as E. anophelis belonging to ribosomal sequence type 65620 and sublineage 11, closely related to clinical strains, and revealed extensive resistance genes against β-lactams, aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, and other antibiotic classes. The persistence of these genetically similar strains throughout the treatment process, including in treated effluent released into the environment, highlights the potential role of WWTPi as reservoirs and dissemination points for this opportunistic pathogen. The findings underscore concerns about environmental transmission routes of multidrug-resistant E. anophelis and the need for improved wastewater treatment strategies to mitigate public health risks.

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Applied Microbiology. 2023/09, Vol. 134, Issue 9, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1364-5072
  • DOI:10.1093/jambio/lxad215
  • Accession Number:173591290
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