Journal of Bacteriology & Parasitology

Department of Medicine, Hawassa University Comprehensive and Specialized Hospital, Awassa, Ethiopia

Biography

Dr. Elshaday Azerefegne has extended his valuable service for many years and has been a recipient of many award and grants. His international experience includes various programs, contributions and participation in different countries for diverse fields of study.  His research interests reflect in his wide range of publications in various national and international journals.

 

Publications

• Research Article   
  Bacterial Blood Stream Infection in Southern Ethiopia
  Author(s): Mengistu Hailemariam*, Tsegaye Alemayehu, Asnakech Agegnehu, Mulubrhan Ali, Enkosilassie Mitiku and Elshaday Azerefegne
  
  Background: Children’s blood stream infections mainly due to resistant pathogens found to be a higher risk of hospital mortality in low and middle income countries. This study intended to assess the bacterial profile and drug resistance of isolates of blood stream infection among under- 5 children in Southern Ethiopia. Methods: Retrospectively lab recorded data’s were retrieved to assess the bacterial isolates and rates antibiotic resistance at Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. Results: Of 323 bloods culture performed 116 (35.9%) were positive for potential bacterial BSI. Positivity of blood culture decrease with age, hence neonates blood stream infection stream infection were higher than other age groups (OR, 3; 95% CI 1.5–5.1; p=0.001). The major gram positive iso.. View more»
  

  DOI: 10.35248/2155-9597.21.s8.003

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