MDRO
MDRO stands for multidrug-resistant organism. It is a microorganism that is resistant to multiple antimicrobial drugs, which limits treatment options and can lead to higher morbidity and mortality. The term is used in clinical and public health contexts to describe infections that are difficult to treat because the organism no longer responds to standard antibiotics. Definitions vary, but many guidelines describe MDRO as organisms resistant to three or more antimicrobial classes.
Common MDROs include methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE), extended-spectrum beta-lactamase–producing Enterobacteriaceae (ESBL-E), carbapenem-resistant
Transmission is typically through person-to-person contact, especially via the hands of healthcare workers, contaminated surfaces, and
Prevention and control emphasize antimicrobial stewardship to minimize unnecessary antibiotic use, strict infection prevention practices (hand