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[Phenotypic characterization of Staphylococcus epidermidis isolated from patients with endophthalmitis].
Gaceta medica de Mexico - 1 Jan 2000
Ruiz-Galindo Eréndira, Martínez-Canseco Carlos, López-Revilla Rubén
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OBJECTIVE: To carry out the phenotypic characterization of Staphylococcus epidermidis isolated from endophthalmitis developed after cataract extraction and implantation of an intraocular lens. This bacteria produces a biofilm, adheres to polystyrene and host proteins such as collagen and fibronectine, significant virulence factors. METHODS: Five S. epidermidis strains were isolated from cases of endophthalmitis,...
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