Emergence of Ceftriaxone-Resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae penA -60–Carrying Strains, Thailand, 2025

Emerging infectious diseases 2026 Open access

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Authors: Rossaphorn Kittiyaowamarn, Pongsathorn Sangprasert, Natnaree Girdthep, Sirintra Pharanut, Tawan Nongpian, Thanakorn Arunngamwong, Ruechakorn Kunkhajornphan, Ismael Maatouk, Magnus Unemo
DOI: 10.3201/eid3206.251860
Cited by: 1
References: 11

Abstract

We report 5 gonorrhea cases caused by ceftriaxone-resistant penA-60-carrying Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria during January-April 2025 in Thailand, successfully cured by ceftriaxone therapy. Most patients had prior over-the-counter antimicrobial drug exposure. Ceftriaxone-resistant gonococcal strains are spreading in Thailand, and strengthened gonorrhea and resistance surveillance and effective antimicrobial stewardship programs are needed.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Reproductive tract infections research Bacterial Infections and Vaccines Antibiotic Use and Resistance

Publication details

Journal / source
Emerging infectious diseases
Publisher
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Volume
32
Issue
6
Pages
985–989
Publication date
8 May 2026
Language
EN