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DescriptionAlthough most strains of E. coli bacteria are harmless and live in the intestines of healthy humans and animals, several strains can produce powerful toxins and cause severe illness in humans. This versatile pathogen is best known for being transmitted to humans through contaminated foods - such as undercooked meat and unpasteurized fruit juice - and has attracts much attention when serious outbreaks occur.Importance of TopicE. coli is capable of causing a wide variety of diseases - from urinary tract infections to meningitis. A considerable amount of m

Escherichia coli infections. --- Escherichia coli. --- Virulence (Microbiology) --- Microbial virulence --- Pathogenic microorganisms --- E. coli (Bacterium) --- Escherichia --- Colibacillosis --- Gram-negative bacterial infections --- ESCHERICHIA COLI --- ADHESINS, ESCHERICHIA COLI --- ANTIGENS, BACTERIAL --- SHIGA TOXINS --- HEMOLYSINS --- GENETICS --- PATHOGENICITY --- ULTRASTRUCTURE --- CLASSIFICATION

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Escherichia coli: Virulence Mechanisms of a Versatile Pathogen is a unique, comprehensive analysis of the biology and molecular mechanisms that enable this ubiquitous organism to thrive. Leading investigators in the field discuss the molecular basis of E. coli pathogenesis followed by chapters on genomics and evolution. Detailed descriptions of distinct strains reveal the molecular pathogenesis of each and the causes of intestinal and extra-intestinal infections in humans. Escherichia coli: Virulence Mechanisms of a Versatile Pathogen concludes with a presentation of virulence factors, common to two or more pathotypes. This unique collection presents timely and vital information on understanding the inner workings of E. coli, which will lend key insights into disease prevention research. Key Features * Single source of information of E. coli pathogenesis * Expert authors * Comprehensive coverage * Molecular mechanisms * Biology, evolution and genomics * Recent advances.