The incidence of NDM-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae is increasing worldwide. NDM beta-lactamase is a significant cause of multidrug resistance in enterobacteria to various antibiotics, including carbapenems. Currently, the most suitable approach for the treatment of intestinal infections caused by NDM-producing K. pneumoniae is considered to be the combination of ceftazidime/avibactam with aztreonam. The following case study also illustrates its use in more complicated cases.
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Authors: doc. MUDr. Helena Lahoda Brodská, Ph.D.
Authors: doc. MUDr. Helena Lahoda Brodská, Ph.D., prim. MUDr. Václava Adámková, Ph.D.
Authors: MUDr. Otakar Nyč, Ph.D.
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