Infection & ResponseKey Facts
Superbugs: The Resistance Champions
Part of Antibiotics and Drug Resistance — GCSE Biology
This key facts covers Superbugs: The Resistance Champions within Antibiotics and Drug Resistance for GCSE Biology. Antibiotic function, bacterial resistance evolution, responsible use, global health impact It is section 7 of 19 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Topic position
Section 7 of 19
Practice
20 questions
Recall
24 flashcards
Superbugs: The Resistance Champions
Examples of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria:
- MRSA: Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus - resistant to methicillin and many other antibiotics
- VRE: Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci - resistant to vancomycin, often used as last resort
- MDR-TB: Multi-Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis - resistant to multiple anti-TB drugs
- XDR-TB: Extensively Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis - resistant to most available treatments
- CRE: Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae - resistant to carbapenem antibiotics
Why Superbugs Are Dangerous:
- Limited treatment options available
- Higher mortality rates from infections
- Longer hospital stays and recovery times
- More expensive treatments required
- Risk of spreading resistance to other bacteria