Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_TR253

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_TR253 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a facultative anaerobe, thriving optimally at 37°C within the mesophilic temperature range. This strain exhibits mobility due to the presence of flagella and typically arranges itself in chains, pairs, or as single cells. It is a chemoheterotroph, utilizing organic compounds as an energy source, and it possesses a biotic relationship characterized as free-living. The strain has been identified in various hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and multiple other Metazoa, indicating its broad ecological presence. Notably, K. pneumoniae EuSCAPE_TR253 is associated with a range of health effects in humans, such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and various other serious infections including meningitis and sepsis. This highlights its pathogenic potential in human health. K. pneumoniae strains are known for their ability to cause severe infections, particularly in immunocompromised individuals, and they pose significant challenges in clinical settings. The strain's capacity to thrive in diverse environments and its association with numerous hosts underline its adaptability and potential for zoonotic transmission. This adaptability, coupled with its pathogenicity, emphasizes the importance of monitoring Klebsiella pneumoniae populations in both human and animal health contexts, as they can contribute to the emergence and spread of antibiotic-resistant infections.