Characterisation of virulence genes associated with pathogenicity in Klebsiella pneumoniae

Conclusion: Pathogenic K. pneumoniae can harbour single to multiple virulence genes. Invasive infection with even a single virulence gene-harbouring K. pneumoniae can lead to poor outcomes. Both multidrug-resistant (MDR) and non-MDR K. pneumoniae can harbour a variety of virulence genes. None of the virulence genes have a significant association with mortality.

Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology - November 18, 2019 Category: Microbiology Authors: PA Remya M Shanthi Uma Sekar Source Type: research