Is staph aureus resistant to cephalosporins? The complex answer for MSSA and MRSA
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Approximately 80% to 90% of *Staphylococcus aureus* isolates produce beta-lactamase, making the answer to whether staph aureus is resistant to cephalosporins highly dependent on the specific bacterial strain and antibiotic generation. Resistance is a complex issue shaped by different genetic and enzymatic mechanisms that clinicians must understand for effective treatment.
