Rapid Diagnosis of Multidrug-Resistant Organisms (MDROs) in Healthcare Settings: Advancements and Challenges

Dear Colleagues,

Globally, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an urgent problem for health, with multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) being a major concern, especially in hospitals and long-term care facilities. People in these places are often more vulnerable and face greater risks. Thus, it is essential to quickly and accurately diagnose MDROs. A rapid diagnosis helps clinicians provide the right treatment and put strong infection control measures in place. Molecular technologies, such as PCR-based assays, have proven to be powerful tools for detecting MDROs at the genetic level, offering the advantage of faster identification compared to traditional microbiological methods, which can take several days.

This Special Issue of Microorganisms plans to collect recent research in relation to the advances and implementation of rapid diagnostic technologies in the field of AMR and MDRO detection. Original research articles and comprehensive reviews that cover the latest advancements in the rapid detection of MDROs, molecular surveillance, and epidemiology assessment by rapid diagnosis, as well as their implementation in sepsis diagnosis are welcomed.

Dr. Annapaola Callegaro
Guest Editor

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