Neutrophils in <i>Streptococcus suis</i> Infection: From Host Defense to Pathology

Neutrophils in <i>Streptococcus suis</i> Infection: From Host Defense to Pathology

<i>Streptococcus suis</i> is a swine pathogen and zoonotic agent responsible for economic losses to the porcine industry. Infected animals may develop meningitis, arthritis, endocarditis, sepsis and/or sudden death. The pathogenesis of the infection implies that bacteria breach mucosal h...

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Main Authors: Marêva Bleuzé, Marcelo Gottschalk, Mariela Segura
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-11-01
Series:Microorganisms
Subjects:
<i>Streptococcus suis</i>
neutrophils
innate immunity
virulence factors
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/9/11/2392

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