Abstract Background High prevalence of Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL)
producing Enterobacteriaceae threatens treatment options for invasive bloodstream
infections in sub-Saharan Africa. Objectives To explore the frequency and genotype
distribution of ESBL producing Enterobacteriaceae causing bloodstream infections in a
primary health care setting in rural Ghana. Methods Blood cultures from all patients with
fever≥ 38° C within 24 h after admission (community-acquired) and from all neonates with …