Characterization of a Lytic Bacteriophage vB_EfaS_PHB08 Harboring Endolysin Lys08 Against <i>Enterococcus faecalis</i> Biofilms

<i>Enterococcus faecalis </i>is an opportunistic pathogen that causes illnesses ranging from urinary tract infections to sepsis in humans and animals. However, the overuse of antibiotics has increased rates of drug resistance among <i>E. faecalis </i>isolates. Bacteriophages...

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Main Authors: Dan Yang, Yibao Chen, Erchao Sun, Lin Hua, Zhong Peng, Bin Wu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-08-01
Series:Microorganisms
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/8/9/1332