Comparative genomic analysis of strong biofilm-forming Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates uncovers novel IS Ecp 1-mediated chromosomal integration of a full plasmid-like sequence

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Background The goal of the current study was to elucidate the genomic background of biofilm formation in Klebsiella pneumoniae.Methods Clinical isolates were screened for biofilm formation using the crystal violet assay. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) profiles were assessed by disk diffusion and broth microdilution tests. Biofilm formation was correlated to virulence and resistance genes screened by PCR. Draft...

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