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The Epidome - a species-specific approach to assess the population structure and heterogeneity of Staphylococcus epidermidis colonization and infection.
BMC microbiology - 26 Nov 2020
Rendboe Amalie Katrine, Johannesen Thor Bech, Ingham Anna Cäcilia, Månsson Emeli, Iversen Søren, Baig Sharmin, Edslev Sofie, Jensen Jørgen Skov, Söderquist Bo, Andersen Paal Skytt, Stegger Marc
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Although generally known as a human commensal, Staphylococcus epidermidis is also an opportunistic pathogen that can cause nosocomial infections related to foreign body materials and immunocompromized patients. Infections are often caused by multidrug-resistant (MDR) lineages that are difficult and costly to treat, and can have a major adverse impact on patients' quality of life. Heterogeneity is a...
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