Staphylococcus aureus in a Northern Italian Region: phenotypic and molecular characterization

In contrast to previous studies reporting Italian data, t008 was the most frequent spa type among MRSA isolates in Emilia-Romagna. The prevalence of antimicrobial resistance of different MRSA spa types could influence their ability to cause infections with hospital onset. The presence of only 2 major MRSA clones circulating in Emilia-Romagna increases the chances that a regional strategy aimed at MRSA prevention will be effective.

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Scand J Infect Dis, 44 (1): 24-28, 2012