Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_TR156

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_TR156 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized by its facultative anaerobic metabolism and ability to thrive at an optimal temperature of 37°C, indicating a mesophilic nature. This strain is a chemoheterotroph, utilizing organic compounds for energy. It exhibits a variety of cell arrangements, including chains, pairs, and singles, and is motile due to the presence of flagella. This bacterium is notable for its pathogenicity in humans, being associated with several serious health effects, including bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and various intra-abdominal infections. Its capacity to cause a wide range of conditions, such as liver abscesses, sepsis, and neonatal infections, underscores its clinical significance. Additionally, Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_TR156 has been implicated in infections across a diverse array of hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and various species within Metazoa and Viridiplantae. In terms of its biological relationships, this strain is classified as free-living, yet it demonstrates a capability to inhabit host-associated environments. The presence of a single genomic replicon and a double membrane structure is consistent with its classification within the Enterobacteriaceae family. The ecological insight derived from these traits suggests that Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_TR156 plays a significant role in both human health and disease, highlighting its potential as a public health concern, especially in medical settings where infections can have severe consequences.