Pseudomonas luteola strain PL_137

Pseudomonas luteola strain PL_137 is a gram-negative, aerobic rod-shaped bacterium known for its mobility, facilitated by the presence of flagella. This strain thrives in damp environments with high moisture content, including fresh water, hospital floor wards, and soil. As a free-living organism, it can exist independently of a host, but it is also associated with various hosts, including humans (Homo sapiens) and amphibians. In terms of pathogenicity, Pseudomonas luteola strain PL_137 is recognized for its role in human infections. It is associated with several serious health conditions, including bacteremia, pneumonia, abscesses, endocarditis, peritonitis, brain abscesses, meningitis, and septicemia. Additionally, this strain can lead to surgical site infections, osteomyelitis, endophthalmitis, biliary tract infections, and post-surgical complications such as gangrene and mediastinal botryomycosis. The presence of Pseudomonas luteola in hospital environments highlights its potential as a nosocomial pathogen, particularly in immunocompromised patients. Its ability to survive and thrive in high-moisture settings suggests that it may play a role in the ecological dynamics of microbial communities in such environments. Understanding the characteristics and pathogenic potential of this strain is crucial for infection control and prevention strategies within healthcare settings.