Novel Insights into the Proteus mirabilis Crystalline Biofilm Using Real-Time Imaging.

The long-term use of indwelling catheters results in a high risk from urinary tract infections (UTI) and blockage. Blockages often occur from crystalline deposits, formed as the pH rises due to the action of urease-producing bacteria; the most commonly found species being Proteus mirabilis. These cr...

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Main Authors: Sandra A Wilks, Mandy J Fader, C William Keevil
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2015-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC4627822?pdf=render