Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_ES191

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_ES191 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic metabolism, utilizing chemoheterotrophic energy sources. It typically exists in various arrangements, including chains, pairs, and singles, and possesses flagella, indicating motility. This strain has an optimal growth temperature of 37°C and falls within the mesophilic temperature range. This bacterium is notably associated with numerous health impacts, particularly in humans, where it is linked to serious conditions such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and various intra-abdominal infections. Other health effects include liver abscesses, meningitis, and sepsis, highlighting its significant pathogenicity. It can also affect a wide range of hosts, including various mammals, birds, amphibians, and plants, indicating its versatility in different environments. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_ES191 is characterized by having a single replicon and two membranes, typical of its classification within the Enterobacteriaceae family. Its free-living biotic relationship suggests a capacity to survive in diverse ecological niches, which may contribute to its role as an opportunistic pathogen in immunocompromised individuals. The ecological insight drawn from its wide host range and pathogenic potential underscores the importance of understanding Klebsiella pneumoniae in both clinical and environmental contexts, as its adaptability may influence the dynamics of microbial communities and the spread of antibiotic resistance.