Molecular Detection Of Efflux Pump and Virulence Factors Genes in Pseudomonas Aeruginosa

Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PA) is a ubiquitous aerobic, non-fermentative Gram-negative rod that is widely associated with nosocomial pneumonia and can lead to severe illness with poor outcomes, particularly in critically ill people due to the ability of some strains to cause lung epithelial injury and spread into the circulation. 2 In the intensive care unit, PA infection is ranked among the top five causes of the bloodstream, pulmonary, surgical site, urinary tract, and soft tissue infections.

Inclusion Criteria:All patients suffering from infections that can be caused by pseudomonas aeruginosaExclusion Criteria:Samples diagnosed to have organisms other than pseudomonas aeruginosa.