Morganella morganii strain AR_0133

Morganella morganii strain AR_0133 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a facultative anaerobe. It thrives in natural environments and sewage, indicating its adaptability to diverse habitats. This strain is mesophilic, suggesting that it grows optimally at moderate temperatures. The strain has two replicons, which may contribute to its genetic diversity and adaptability. M. morganii is known to be associated with various hosts, including Homo sapiens and Acanthamoeba castellanii, indicating its potential for cross-host interactions and environmental resilience. Clinically, Morganella morganii strain AR_0133 is implicated in a range of health effects, particularly in human infections. It is associated with intra-abdominal infections, wound infections, endophthalmitis, sepsis, urinary tract infections, cellulitis, post-operative wound infections, infectious ocular disease, summer diarrhea, hepatobiliary infections, and purple urine bag syndrome. These associations highlight the bacterium's role as an opportunistic pathogen, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. The presence of M. morganii in sewage and its ability to cause infections, especially in healthcare settings, underscores its significance in microbiology and public health. Its resilience in both natural and clinical environments poses challenges for infection control and necessitates further study to understand its ecological role and potential impact on human health.