AbstractNeonatal mortality in developing countries accounts for 30 – 50 % of infant deaths. Almost 20% of neonates develop sepsis and 1% die of sepsis related causes. Frequently isolated causative pathogens (Klebsiella pneumonia, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas, etc) known to be ESBL (Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactmase) producers are resistant to third generation cephalosporins, penicillins as well as to monobactams. The rampant irrational use of ordinary and high end antibiotics is responsible for this bacterial resistance.
Corresponding Author : Rajdeep Singh