Biofilms as Promoters of Bacterial Antibiotic Resistance and Tolerance

Multidrug resistant bacteria are a global threat for human and animal health. However, they are only part of the problem of antibiotic failure. Another bacterial strategy that contributes to their capacity to withstand antimicrobials is the formation of biofilms. Biofilms are associations of microor...

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Main Authors: Cristina Uruén, Gema Chopo-Escuin, Jan Tommassen, Raúl C. Mainar-Jaime, Jesús Arenas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-12-01
Series:Antibiotics
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6382/10/1/3