Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_UK101

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_UK101 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that is facultatively anaerobic and demonstrates mobility due to the presence of flagella. This strain is classified as a chemoheterotroph, indicating it derives its energy from organic compounds. It typically exists in host-associated environments, forming chains, pairs, or singles. EuSCAPE_UK101 has an optimal growth temperature of 37°C and falls within the mesophilic temperature range. With a single replicon and a double membrane structure, it exhibits characteristics typical of many pathogenic bacteria. Its biotic relationships indicate a free-living nature, although it has a diverse range of hosts including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and various other Metazoa, Viridiplantae, and domestic animals. The strain is associated with numerous health effects in humans, including bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and various other serious conditions such as sepsis and meningitis. Its pathogenicity is notably linked to its ability to cause infections across multiple systems, highlighting its clinical significance. Given the wide range of hosts and its potential to cause severe infections, Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_UK101 underscores the importance of monitoring such pathogens in both human health and veterinary contexts. Understanding its ecological roles and interactions within host environments may be crucial for developing effective treatment and prevention strategies against the diseases it causes.