Combining Visible Light and Non-Focused Ultrasound Significantly Reduces <i>Propionibacterium acnes</i> Biofilm While Having Limited Effect on Host Cells

Bacterial biofilms are highly resistant to antibiotics and have been implicated in the etiology of 60%–80% of chronic microbial infections. We tested a novel combination of low intensity ultrasound and blue light against biofilm and planktonic bacteria. A laboratory prototype was built which produce...

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Main Authors: Mark E. Schafer, Tessie McNeely
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:Microorganisms
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/9/5/929