Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IL025

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IL025 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a facultative anaerobe and a chemoheterotroph. This strain exhibits a diverse habitat, primarily associated with various hosts, including Homo sapiens and multiple animal species such as Gallus gallus (chickens), Danio rerio (zebrafish), and Sus scrofa (pigs). It can be found in chains, pairs, or as single cells, and possesses flagella, indicating motility. EuSCAPE_IL025 is mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, making it well-suited for survival in warm-blooded hosts. It has a unique biotic relationship, being free-living, and is characterized by a single replicon and two membranes. This strain is notable for its pathogenicity in humans, contributing to a spectrum of serious health conditions, including bacteremia, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and various intra-abdominal infections. It has been implicated in severe complications such as neonatal sepsis and pyogenic liver abscesses, demonstrating its capability to cause significant morbidity. The ecological insight gained from studying Klebsiella pneumoniae EuSCAPE_IL025 highlights the bacterium's adaptability to different environments and hosts, underscoring its role as a prominent opportunistic pathogen. Its presence in a variety of hosts and its association with numerous infections emphasize the importance of monitoring this strain in clinical settings to manage and mitigate its health impacts effectively.