Limiting and controlling carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae

Abstract

Carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CRKP) is resistant to almost all antimicrobial agents, is associated with substantial morbidity and mortality, and poses a serious threat to public health. The ongoing worldwide spread of this pathogen emphasizes the need for immediate intervention. This article reviews the global spread and risk factors for CRKP colonization/infection, and provides an overview of the strategy to combat CRKP dissemination.

Keywords:

• carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae
• infection control
• cohort
• active surveillance
• rectal cultures

Disclosure

The authors report no conflicts of interest in this work.