Extensive antimicrobial resistance and plasmid-carrying resistance genes in mcr-1- positive E. coli sampled in swine, in Guangxi, South China

The discovery of the superbug mcr-1-positive Escherichia coli (MCRPEC) has drew greet attention. Swine-origin multi-drug resistant MCRPEC has been a potential threat to public health and safety. However, there were few detailed studies have been reported on swine MCRPEC in Guangxi, South China.