Characterization of φEf-vB1 prophage infecting oral Enterococcus faecalis and enhancing bacterial biofilm formation.

Conclusion. The current findings highlight the role of lysogeny in modification of E. faecalis properties and reveal the potential importance of prophages in E. faecalis biology and pathogenesis.
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Source: Journal of Medical Microbiology - August 24, 2020 Category: Microbiology Authors: Askora A, El-Telbany M, El-Didamony G, Ariny E, Askoura M Tags: J Med Microbiol Source Type: research