Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae in Europe: a survey among national experts from 39 countries, February 2013

C Glasner; B Albiger; G Buist; A Tambić Andrašević; *The European Survey on Carbapenemase-Producing Enterobacteriaceae (EuSCAPE) working group; Ana Kaftandzieva

doi:10.2807/1560-7917.es2013.18.28.20525

Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae in Europe: a survey among national experts from 39 countries, February 2013

Journal

Eurosurveillance

Date Issued

2013-07

Author(s)

C Glasner

B Albiger

G Buist

A Tambić Andrašević

*The European Survey on Carbapenemase-Producing Enterobacteriaceae (EuSCAPE) working group

DOI

10.2807/1560-7917.es2013.18.28.20525

Abstract

The spread of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE) is a threat to healthcare delivery, although its extent differs substantially from country to country. In February 2013, national experts from 39 European countries were invited to self-assess the current epidemiological situation of CPE in their country. Information about national management of CPE was also reported. The results highlight the urgent need for a coordinated European effort on early diagnosis, active surveillance, and guidance on infection control measures.

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