Functional Characterization of Plasmid-Borne <i>rmpADC</i> Homologues in Klebsiella pneumoniae
Xuemei Yang, Xiaoxuan Liu, Edward Wai‐Chi Chan, Rong Zhang, Sheng Chen
Abstract
locus, indicating that these virulence-related phenotypes are strongly related to the genetic background of the host strains. Our study provides a novel understanding of the regulation of virulence-related phenotypes and clinical management of K. pneumoniae infections.
Topics & Concepts
Klebsiella pneumoniaePlasmidVirulenceBiologyLocus (genetics)PhenotypeGeneMicrobiologyGeneticsStrain (injury)Escherichia coliAnatomyAntibiotic Resistance in BacteriaBacteriophages and microbial interactionsPneumonia and Respiratory Infections