Microbial-resistant Salmonella enteritidis isolated from poultry samples

Area of Science:

• Microbiology
• Food Safety
• Public Health

Background:

• Multidrug resistance in Salmonella enteritidis poses a significant global health challenge.
• Antimicrobial resistance necessitates ongoing surveillance and characterization of bacterial strains.

Purpose of the Study:

• To determine the antimicrobial resistance patterns of Salmonella enteritidis isolates.
• To assess the prevalence of resistance to key antibiotics in a specific strain.

Main Methods:

• Salmonella strains were isolated from poultry samples using biochemical tests.
• Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) with sdfI gene-specific primers was employed for identification.
• Antimicrobial susceptibility testing was performed on identified isolates.

Main Results:

• 100% of Salmonella enteritidis isolates exhibited resistance to ampicillin.
• 90% of isolates were resistant to cephalothin and streptomycin.
• Significant resistance was also observed for cefotaxime (70%), kanamycin (60%), and gentamicin (60%).

Conclusions:

• Salmonella enteritidis isolates demonstrate substantial antimicrobial resistance to commonly used antibiotics.
• The findings highlight the urgent need for strategies to combat multidrug resistance in this pathogen.
• Continued monitoring of antibiotic resistance in foodborne pathogens is crucial for public health protection.