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Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Neisseria gonorrhoeae is a significant cause of sexually transmitted infections globally.
  • Antimicrobial resistance in N. gonorrhoeae poses a major public health threat, complicating treatment and increasing transmission.
  • The Australian Gonococcal Surveillance Programme (AGSP) has monitored resistance since 1981.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report on the antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of Neisseria gonorrhoeae clinical isolates in Australia for 2016.
  • To assess trends in resistance to key antibiotics, including ceftriaxone, azithromycin, penicillin, and ciprofloxacin.
  • To inform current and future treatment guidelines for gonorrhea in Australia.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of 6,378 clinical isolates of Neisseria gonorrhoeae from public and private sectors across all Australian states and territories.
  • Standardised in vitro antimicrobial susceptibility testing using established methods.
  • Inclusion of molecular testing data for penicillin resistance in Western Australia.

Main Results:

  • Nationally, decreased susceptibility to ceftriaxone was observed in 1.7% of isolates, with highest proportions in Queensland and Tasmania.
  • Resistance to azithromycin doubled nationally to 5.0%, with significantly higher rates in South Australia, Tasmania, and urban Western Australia.
  • Penicillin resistance rates varied significantly by region, while ciprofloxacin resistance remained comparatively low in remote Northern and Western Australia.

Conclusions:

  • The rising azithromycin resistance is a serious concern, necessitating careful monitoring and potential adjustments to treatment guidelines.
  • Continued surveillance through the AGSP is vital for tracking antimicrobial resistance trends in N. gonorrhoeae.
  • Regional variations in resistance highlight the need for geographically tailored public health strategies and treatment recommendations.