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vhp Is a Fibrinogen-Binding Protein Related to vWbp in Staphylococcus aureus
3 Aug 2021
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The life-threatening diseases caused by multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus strains are a worldwide medical problem due to treatment limitations and the lack of an effective vaccine. The ability of S. aureus to coat itself with a protective fibrinogen (Fg)/fibrin shield allows the organism to survive in blood and to disseminate and cause invasive diseases. This process represents a promising target for...
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