Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_TR202

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_TR202 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a versatile lifestyle as a facultative anaerobe, capable of thriving in both aerobic and anaerobic environments. This strain is chemoheterotrophic, utilizing organic compounds as energy sources, and it typically resides in host-associated habitats, including various hosts such as Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and other metazoans. EuSCAPE_TR202 is characterized by its mobility, enabled by the presence of flagella, and it typically appears in chains, pairs, or as single cells. With a mesophilic temperature range, it grows optimally at 37 degrees Celsius, aligning with human body temperature, which is significant for its pathogenicity in humans. This strain is notably pathogenic, associated with a wide array of health effects including bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and sepsis. It is implicated in serious conditions such as intra-abdominal infections, liver abscesses, and neonatal sepsis, highlighting its clinical relevance. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_TR202 is nonsporulating and possesses a dual-membrane structure typical of Gram-negative bacteria. Its capability to establish infections across various hosts underscores its ecological adaptability and the potential for zoonotic transmission, which poses challenges for public health. The broad spectrum of diseases linked to this strain emphasizes the importance of monitoring and understanding its epidemiology in both human and animal populations.