Urinary Tract Infections Caused by Uropathogenic <i>Escherichia coli</i> Strains—New Strategies for an Old Pathogen

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common infections worldwide. Uropathogenic <i>Escherichia coli</i> (UPECs) are the main causative agent of UTIs. UPECs initially colonize the human host adhering to the bladder epithelium. Adhesion is followed by the bacterial invasion o...

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Main Authors: Carlo Zagaglia, Maria Grazia Ammendolia, Linda Maurizi, Mauro Nicoletti, Catia Longhi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-07-01
Series:Microorganisms
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/10/7/1425