Prevalence and genomic analysis of ESBL-producing<i>Escherichia coli</i>in retail raw meats in Singapore

Abstract

This study indicates that ESBL-producing E. coli are widely found in retail raw meats, especially chicken, in Singapore. Occurrence of MDR (resistance to at least three classes of antimicrobial) and colistin resistance genes in retail raw meat suggests potential food safety and public health risks.