Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT185

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT185 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic metabolism, utilizing a chemoheterotrophic energy source. This strain is characterized by its ability to form chains, pairs, and singles, displaying mobility due to the presence of flagella. EuSCAPE_IT185 thrives optimally at a temperature of 37°C, indicative of its mesophilic nature. This bacterium is primarily host-associated and has been identified in a wide range of hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), and various other metazoans and vertebrates. Its biotic relationship is categorized as free-living, suggesting potential ecological interactions within diverse environments. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT185 is significant due to its pathogenicity in humans, where it has been implicated in numerous health complications, including bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and various forms of abscesses. The strain is associated with severe conditions such as neonatal sepsis, septicemia, and pyogenic liver abscesses. Its ability to cause infections in multiple anatomical sites underlines its clinical relevance. The presence of EuSCAPE_IT185 in a variety of hosts emphasizes the potential for cross-species transmission and adaptation, highlighting its ecological versatility. This adaptability may contribute to its persistence in both human and animal health contexts, reinforcing the importance of monitoring Klebsiella pneumoniae strains in clinical and environmental settings to mitigate their impact on health.