Prevalence of bacterial and antibiotic sensitivity in septicemia of neonates admitted to Kermanshah Imam Reza Hospital (2007-2008)

Abstract

Background: Neonatal septicemia is an important cause of morbidity and mortality. The most common pathogens of bacterial sepsis and antibiotic sensitivity patterns may vary in different areas of the world. Understanding the etiology of bacteriological profiles is very important and helps to reduce the associated mortality. The aim of this study was to assess prevalence of bacterial and antibiotic sensitivity sepsis in neonates during 2007-2008.