Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) are common opportunistic pathogens. but also ubiquitous human and animal commensals. Infection-associated CoNS from healthcare environments are typically characterized by pronounced antimicrobial resistance (AMR) including both methicillin- and multidrug-resistant isolates. Less is known about AMR patterns of CoNS colonizing the general population. https://www.hindigyanvishv.com/