Article
Genetic diversity among Enterococcus faecalis.
PloS one - 4 Jul 2007
McBride Shonna M, Fischetti Vincent A, Leblanc Donald J, Moellering Robert C, Gilmore Michael S
Abstract excerpt
Enterococcus faecalis, a ubiquitous member of mammalian gastrointestinal flora, is a leading cause of nosocomial infections and a growing public health concern. The enterococci responsible for these infections are often resistant to multiple antibiotics and have become notorious for their ability to acquire and disseminate antibiotic resistances. In the current study, we examined genetic relationships among 106...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
