Bacteroides fragilis resistant to the administration of clindamycin

Am J Med. 1976 Mar;60(3):426-8. doi: 10.1016/0002-9343(76)90759-2.

Abstract

The susceptibility of Bacteroides fragilis to the administration of clindamycin, and the efficacy of this agent in Bacteroides infections are well documented. Clindamycin-resistant strains of B. fragilis were isolated from two patients with bacteremia at two institutions. Clinically significant resistance to clindamycin therapy has not been noted previously in B. fragilis infections.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Bacteroides Infections / drug therapy*
  • Bacteroides fragilis / drug effects*
  • Drug Resistance, Microbial
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Sepsis / drug therapy