Which resistance mechanism is most associated with aminoglycosides?
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Correct answer: Enzymatic drug modification
Aminoglycoside resistance commonly occurs through enzymatic modification such as acetylation, phosphorylation, or adenylation. These changes inactivate the drug.
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