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Ciprofloxacin and cefotaxime help resistant bacteria thrive in hospital sewage

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Ciprofloxacin and cefotaxime help resistant bacteria thrive in hospital sewage
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Antibiotics excreted by patients promote antibiotic-resistant bacteria in hospital sewers, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. Ultimately, this may contribute to the development and spread of hard-to-treat infections. Pinpointing the responsible antibiotics paves the way for targeted measures.

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