Table 6.
Comparative antibiotic resistance of extended-spectrum beta lactamase (ESBL)- and non-ESBL-producing E. coli in cloacal and rectal swabs of poultry and domestic pigs.
| Antibiotic | % of Resistant ESBL E. coli Producers (n = 301) | % of Resistant Non-ESBL E. coli Producers (n = 160) | p-Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ciprofloxacin | 41.2(124) | 30.6(49) | 0.000 |
| Chloramphenicol | 36.2(109) | 28.1(45) | 0.000 |
| Nalidixic acid | 59.8(180) | 45.0(72) | 0.000 |
| Gentamycin | 33.6(101) | 29.4(47) | 0.000 |
| Tetracycline | 70.1(211) | 57.5(92) | 0.000 |
| Doxycycline | 52.5(158) | 45.6(73) | 0.000 |
| Trimethoprim/ Sulfamethoxazole |
55.5(167) | 50.0(80) | 0.000 |