Table 3. β-lactamases produced by Enterobacteriaceae (n = 64) isolated from the oral cavity of workers in an oncology hospital. Goiania, Goias, 2009-2010.
Enzymes | Isolates evaluated | Positive isolates | Total |
---|---|---|---|
(f) | (f) | (%) | |
KPC | 64 | 0 | 0 |
AmpC/induction | 43 | 22 | 51.2 |
AmpC/hyperproduction | 43 | 21 | 48.8 |
ESBL | 16 | 0 | 0 |
KPC: Klebsiella pneumoniae Carbapenemase; ESBL: Extended Spectrum β-lactamase.