Targeting chronic infections and deadly bacteria

(University of Houston) University of Houston engineering professor Mehmet Orman is examining the life cycle of stubborn, drug-resistant persister cells in recurrent infections to find a way to destroy them. Scientists believe persister cells cause the recurrence of chronic health issues like airway infections in cystic fibrosis patients, urinary tract infections and tuberculosis.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news