Article ; Online: Multitasking functions of bacterial extracellular DNA in biofilms.
2024 Volume 206, Issue 4, Page(s) e0000624
Abstract: Bacterial biofilms are intricate ecosystems of microbial communities that adhere to various surfaces and are enveloped by an extracellular matrix composed of polymeric substances. Within the context of bacterial biofilms, extracellular DNA (eDNA) ... ...
Abstract | Bacterial biofilms are intricate ecosystems of microbial communities that adhere to various surfaces and are enveloped by an extracellular matrix composed of polymeric substances. Within the context of bacterial biofilms, extracellular DNA (eDNA) originates from cell lysis or is actively secreted, where it exerts a significant influence on the formation, stability, and resistance of biofilms to environmental stressors. The exploration of eDNA within bacterial biofilms holds paramount importance in research, with far-reaching implications for both human health and the environment. An enhanced understanding of the functions of eDNA in biofilm formation and antibiotic resistance could inspire the development of strategies to combat biofilm-related infections and improve the management of antibiotic resistance. This comprehensive review encapsulates the latest discoveries concerning eDNA, encompassing its origins, functions within bacterial biofilms, and significance in bacterial pathogenesis. |
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MeSH term(s) | Humans ; DNA, Bacterial/genetics ; Ecosystem ; Biofilms ; Bacteria/genetics ; Extracellular Matrix |
Chemical Substances | DNA, Bacterial |
Language | English |
Publishing date | 2024-03-06 |
Publishing country | United States |
Document type | Journal Article ; Review |
ZDB-ID | 2968-3 |
ISSN | 1098-5530 ; 0021-9193 |
ISSN (online) | 1098-5530 |
ISSN | 0021-9193 |
DOI | 10.1128/jb.00006-24 |
Database | MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE |
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