Biofilm Formation and Immunomodulatory Activity of Proteus mirabilis Clinically Isolated Strains
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) and catheter-associated UTIs (CAUTIs) are the principal hospital-acquired infections. Proteus mirabilis is characterized by several virulence factors able to promote adhesion and biofilm formation and ameliorate the colonization of urinary tract and the formation of c...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2017-02-01
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Series: | International Journal of Molecular Sciences |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/18/2/414 |