Prevalence and risk factors of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producing E. coli causing urinary tract infections in Iceland during 2012-2021.
Anna Margret HalldorsdottirBirgir HrafnkelssonKristjana EinarsdóttirKarl G KristinssonPublished in: European journal of clinical microbiology & infectious diseases : official publication of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology (2024)
The prevalence of UTIs caused by ESBL-producing E. coli has been increasing in Iceland. The strongest risk factors for ESBL production were previous antibiotic use, especially ciprofloxacin, and previous PPI use, both considered to be overprescribed. It is important to promote the prudent use of these drugs.