Among gram-negative bacteria, which are some of the most drug-resistant, resistance to carbapenems saw the sharpest increase, from 127,000 in 1990 to 216,000 in 2021.
Sepsis occurs when the immune system responds dangerously to a bacterial infection, and without timely treatment, it can result in organ failure.
Globally, deaths due to methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) saw a significant rise, doubling from 57,200 in 1990 to 130,000 in 2021.
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