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    • Understanding the genetic basis and transmission of VRE is essential.

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    • To assess the utility of molecular analysis in managing healthcare-associated infections.

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    • A study analyzed 353 VRE isolates from Aichi Medical University hospital and 120 from 8 facilities in Aichi prefecture (April 2008-January 2013).
    • Prevalent vancomycin-resistant genes detected were vanA (8 strains), vanB (105 strains), vanC1 (21 strains), and vanC2/C3 (4 strains).
    • Molecular analysis of vanA and vanB genes showed high similarity among vanB-positive Enterococcus faecium, indicating potential nosocomial spread within hospitals.

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    • Molecular typing of vancomycin-resistant genes is valuable for tracking VRE transmission.
    • Findings can inform infection control strategies to prevent VRE outbreaks.
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