Actinobacillus equuli subsp. equuli strain 19392

Actinobacillus equuli subsp. equuli strain 19392 is a Gram-positive, microaerophilic bacterium characterized by its rod shape and the presence of flagella. This strain possesses one replicon and has been identified in various hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Ovis aries (sheep), Sus scrofa (pigs), Oryctolagus cuniculus (rabbits), Canis lupus familiaris (domestic dogs), Equus caballus (horses), Cavia (guinea pigs), and members of the Equidae family. This bacterium is associated with a range of health effects, including severe conditions such as peritonitis, meningitis, and septicemia. Additionally, it is implicated in strangles, respiratory diseases, and conditions specifically affecting foals, such as sleepy foal disease. It can cause lower and upper respiratory tract diseases, lymph node abscesses, and fibrinosuppurative and hemorrhagic pleuropneumonia. The presence of Actinobacillus equuli subsp. equuli in these various hosts underscores its potential pathogenicity and the impact it can have on both animal and human health. Understanding the pathogenic capabilities of Actinobacillus equuli subsp. equuli strain 19392 is crucial for developing effective management and treatment strategies for the diseases it causes. Its diverse host range highlights the ecological adaptability of this bacterium, allowing it to thrive in different environments and potentially complicating efforts to control its spread in both veterinary and human medicine. The strain's accession number is NZ_CP007715.1, which provides a reference for further genomic analysis and research into its characteristics and pathogenic mechanisms.