A multipronged approach for systematic in vitro quantification of catheter-associated biofilms

Biofilms are a leading cause of infections, especially those initiated on medical tubing. Quantification of pathogenic biofilms is critical for systematic determination of infections, antibiotics prescription, and implant replacement. By the time infectious pathogens are detected in fluids such as b...

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Main Authors: Alexandra L. Polasko, Pia Ramos, Richard B. Kaner, Shaily Mahendra
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-11-01
Series:Journal of Hazardous Materials Letters
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666911021000204