TABLE 1B: Resistance profile of E. coli and K. pneumoniae ESBL producers.
| Antimicrobial drug | E. coli ESBL a resistance (n = 9) (%) | K. pneumoniae ESBL resistance (n=15) (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Ceftriaxone | 9 (100%) | 15 (100%) |
| Cefepime | 9 (100%) | 12 (80%) |
| Ciprofloxacin | 5 (55.5%) | 12 (80%) |
| Gentamicin | 4 (44.4%) | 6 (40%) |
| Meropenem | 0 | 0 |
| Imipenem | 0 | 0 |
| Piperacillin-tazobactam | 0 | 0 |
a ESBL: Extended spectrum beta lactamase.