Unveiling the traits of antibiotic resistance and virulence in Escherichia coli obtained from poultry waste.
Antibiotic resistance
Avian pathogenic Escherichia coli
Food chain, virulence
Poultry wastes
Journal
Brazilian journal of microbiology : [publication of the Brazilian Society for Microbiology]
ISSN: 1678-4405
Titre abrégé: Braz J Microbiol
Pays: Brazil
ID NLM: 101095924
Informations de publication
Date de publication:
29 May 2024
29 May 2024
Historique:
received:
17
11
2023
accepted:
12
04
2024
medline:
29
5
2024
pubmed:
29
5
2024
entrez:
29
5
2024
Statut:
aheadofprint
Résumé
Antibiotic resistance and virulence factors in avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) have become significant concerns, contributing to adverse environmental effects. The extensive use of antibiotics in poultry farming has resulted in the emergence of antibiotic-resistant APEC strains. This study prioritizes the molecular screening of APEC to uncover their antibiotic resistance and virulence attributes, with specific attention to their environmental impact. To address the imperative of understanding APEC pathogenesis, our study analyzed 50 poultry waste samples including 10 poultry litter, 15 fecal matter, 15 wastewater, and 10 anatomical waste samples. For the presence of virulence genes, 35 Escherichia coli isolates were subjected to molecular characterization. Amongst these, 27 were APEC strains demonstrating the presence of at least four virulence genes each. Notably, virulence genes such as fimH, ompA, ybjX, waaL, cvaC, hlyF, iss, ompT, and iroN were observed among all the E. coli isolates. Furthermore, eleven of the APEC strains exhibited resistance to tetracycline, ampicillin, sulphonamides, and fluoroquinolones.These findings highlight the role of APEC as a potential source of environmental pollution serving as a reservoir for virulence and resistance genes. Understanding the dynamics of antibiotic resistance and virulence in APEC is essential due to its potential threat to broiler chickens and the broader population through the food chain, intensifying concerns related to environmental pollution. Recognizing the ecological impact of APEC is essential for developing effective strategies to mitigate environmental pollution and safeguard the health of ecosystems and human populations.
Identifiants
pubmed: 38809497
doi: 10.1007/s42770-024-01367-1
pii: 10.1007/s42770-024-01367-1
doi:
Types de publication
Journal Article
Langues
eng
Sous-ensembles de citation
IM
Informations de copyright
© 2024. The Author(s) under exclusive licence to Sociedade Brasileira de Microbiologia.
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