Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_PT049

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_PT049 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic respiration mode. This strain has a mobility feature, indicated by the presence of flagella, which allows it to move in various environments. It is a chemoheterotroph, indicating that it derives energy from organic compounds, and it thrives optimally at 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic temperature range. This bacterium is primarily host-associated, with documented relationships with a wide variety of hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), and several other metazoans and plants. Its biotic relationship is characterized as free-living, implying that it can survive independently in its environment. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_PT049 is notable for its pathogenicity in humans, being responsible for a range of serious health issues such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and various abdominal infections. It is linked to conditions like sepsis, neonatal sepsis, and pyogenic liver abscesses, among others. The broad spectrum of infections it can cause highlights its clinical significance and the potential for severe health impacts. The ability of this strain to inhabit multiple hosts, coupled with its pathogenicity, suggests a significant ecological role in disease transmission and persistence in various environments. Understanding the dynamics of Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_PT049 could be critical for managing its impact on public health and for developing effective treatment strategies against the infections it causes.