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Biofilm associated genotypes of multiple antibiotic resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
BMC genomics - 26 Jul 2021
Redfern James, Wallace Janine, van Belkum Alex, Jaillard Magali, Whittard Elliot, Ragupathy Roobinidevi, Verran Joanna, Kelly Peter, Enright Mark Charles
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BACKGROUND: Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a ubiquitous environmental microorganism and also a common cause of infection. Its ability to survive in many different environments and persistently colonize humans is linked to its presence in biofilms formed on indwelling device surfaces. Biofilm promotes adhesion to, and survival on surfaces, protects from desiccation and the actions of antibiotics and disinfectants....
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