Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_ES248

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_ES248 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized as a facultative anaerobe and a chemoheterotroph. It typically forms chains, pairs, or exists as single cells. This strain possesses flagella, which contributes to its mobility. It is mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, making it well-suited to the human body and other warm-blooded organisms. EuSCAPE_ES248 has a complex biotic relationship, being free-living but also associated with various hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, several metazoans, and other vertebrates like Danio rerio and Sus scrofa. This wide host range indicates its adaptability and potential for transmission across different species. The strain is associated with a myriad of health effects, notably including bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and intra-abdominal infections. Its pathogenicity is particularly pronounced in humans, where it can lead to severe conditions such as sepsis and neonatal infections. The presence of this bacterium in clinical settings highlights its role as a significant opportunistic pathogen. Given its diverse habitats and ability to cause a range of infections, Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_ES248 plays an important ecological role in human health and disease dynamics. Its adaptability to various environments and hosts underscores the importance of monitoring this strain in clinical and environmental contexts to manage its pathogenic potential effectively.