Global trends of antimicrobial resistance rates in Neisseria gonorrhoeae: a systematic review and meta-analysis

A study assessing global antimicrobial resistance (AMR) rates in Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) isolates revealed a continuous increase in resistance to some antibiotics, including tetracycline and ciprofloxacin, even after discontinuation. However, encouraging trends of decreasing resistance to spectinomycin, gentamicin, and kanamycin were observed. The study highlights the need for continued global monitoring of AMR profiles to inform treatment strategies and mitigate untreatable gonorrhea threats.