A Multi-Centered Case-Case-Control Study of Factors Associated with Klebsiella pneumoniae Carbapenemase-Producing Enterobacteriaceae Infections in Children and Young Adults.

Background:Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase (KPC)-producing Enterobacteriaceae (KPC-CRE) are multidrug-resistant organisms (MDRO) causing morbidity and mortality worldwide. KPC-CRE prevalence is increasing in pediatric populations, though multi-centered data are lacking. Identifying risk factors