Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT214

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT214 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a facultative anaerobe. It is chemoheterotrophic, deriving its energy from organic compounds. This strain displays a characteristic cell arrangement in chains, pairs, or as singles, and it possesses flagella, enabling mobility. Optimal growth occurs at 37°C, within a mesophilic temperature range. This bacterium is primarily host-associated, with a diverse array of hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, various Metazoa, Viridiplantae, Danio rerio, Ovis aries, Phasianidae, Sus scrofa, Aves, Canis lupus familiaris, Amphibia, and Equidae. Such a wide host range underscores its ecological versatility and potential for zoonotic transmission. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT214 is associated with a range of serious health effects, particularly in humans. Notable conditions linked to this strain include bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, cystitis, intra-abdominal infections, and various forms of sepsis, among others. Its pathogenicity is significant in clinical settings, particularly in vulnerable populations such as neonates and individuals with compromised immune systems. Given its ability to thrive in diverse environments and its association with serious infections, Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT214 exemplifies the complex interplay between human health and microbial ecology. The bacterium's presence in both human and animal hosts highlights the importance of monitoring and controlling its spread, especially in healthcare settings where it can lead to outbreaks of multidrug-resistant infections.