Mucosal immunization with iron receptor antigens protects against urinary tract infection.

Uncomplicated infections of the urinary tract, caused by uropathogenic Escherichia coli, are among the most common diseases requiring medical intervention. A preventive vaccine to reduce the morbidity and fiscal burden these infections have upon the healthcare system would be beneficial. Here, we de...

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Main Authors: Christopher J Alteri, Erin C Hagan, Kelsey E Sivick, Sara N Smith, Harry L T Mobley
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2009-09-01
Series:PLoS Pathogens
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC2736566?pdf=render