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  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. jmkim@yumc.yonsei.ac.kr

Yonsei Medical Journal
|March 31, 1999
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Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) are a growing threat in hospitals, necessitating strict infection control. Early detection and management strategies are crucial to prevent the spread of VRE.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Hospital Epidemiology

Background:

  • Enterococci are increasingly implicated in nosocomial infections.
  • Intrinsic and acquired resistance to antimicrobials, including high-level aminoglycosides, is common in enterococci.
  • The rise of vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) poses a significant challenge due to limited treatment options.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the growing problem of VRE in Korea.
  • To emphasize the urgent need for VRE management strategies.
  • To underscore the importance of infection control measures against VRE.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and clinical observations regarding VRE.
  • Analysis of VRE prevalence and trends in Korean hospitals.

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  • Discussion of infection control practices and antimicrobial stewardship.

    • Main Results:

    • VRE is a significant and increasing cause of nosocomial infections in Korea.
    • The potential for VRE to spread resistance genes to other pathogens like MRSA is a major concern.
    • Effective treatment options for VRE infections are limited.

    Conclusions:

    • VRE infections represent a serious and escalating threat in healthcare settings.
    • Comprehensive management strategies, including infection control and antimicrobial stewardship, are essential.
    • Proactive policies and programs are required to combat VRE effectively.