Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) Screening from Rectal Swabs in ICU Patients

Authors: Dr. Rachana Patel, Dr. Tanuja Javadekar, Nancy Krishnakant Javiya, AMIT PRAVIN CHAUHAN, Bhavinkumar Bhagubhai Patel

Keywords: Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae, Rectal Swab, ICU, Colonization, Surveillance

Abstract: Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) are an emerging threat in healthcare settings, particularly in intensive care units (ICUs) where patients are at higher risk of colonization and infection. Early detection of CRE carriers is essential for enforcing infection control measures and preventing the spread of infection.