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Regional differences in phylogenetic group of Escherichia coli strains isolated from children with urinary tract infection in Korea

  • Choi, Ui-Yoon;Han, Seung Beom;Lee, Soo Young;Kang, Jin Han;Kim, Sun Mi;Ma, Sang Hyuk
    • Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics
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    • 제55권11호
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    • pp.420-423
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    • 2012
  • Purpose: We phylogenetically analyzed the Escherichia coli strains isolated from children with urinary tract infection (UTI) in 2 regions of Korea. Virulence factors (VFs) and antibiotic resistance of the strains were also determined to compare the possible differences. Methods: A total of 138 E. coli strains were collected from the 2 regions; Gyeongin (78 strains) and Gyeongnam (60 strains). The phylogenetic groups were determined using the triplex polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method and multiplex PCRs were used to detect 7 VFs genes (fimH, papC, iutA, hlyA, sfa/focDE, afa/draBC, and kpsMT II). We also tested for antibiotic resistance. Results: Phylogenetic groups, B2 (61.6%) and D (26.8%), comprised the majority of all isolated strains. Regional comparisons revealed that more B2 strains and fewer non-B2 (A+B1+D) strains were found in Gyeongnam, than in the Gyeongin region (P=0.033), and certain VFs were predominantly detected in Gyeongnam (P<0.05). Neither regional nor phylogenetic differences, in antibiotic resistance of the strains, were significant. Conclusion: We were able to confirm that the geographic location is an important determinant of the distribution of the phylogenetic groups and VFs among the E. coli strains that cause UTI in children.

Soluble Expression of OmpA from Haemophilus parasuis in Escherichia coli and Its Protective Effects in the Mouse Model of Infection

  • Ahn, Jungoh;Hong, Minhee;Yoo, Sungsik;Lee, Eungyo;Won, Hokeun;Yoon, Injoong;Jung, Joon-Ki;Lee, Hongweon
    • Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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    • 제22권9호
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    • pp.1307-1309
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    • 2012
  • Haemophilus parasuis causes contagious porcine Gl$\ddot{a}$sser's disease leading to severe losses in the swine industry. In this study, we established an efficient Escherichia coli-based system for the expression of H. parasuis major outer-membrane protein (MOMP) that has been known as a good vaccine candidate against Gl$\ddot{a}$sser's disease. Use of an E. coli-derived pelB leader sequence made it possible to produce recombinant MOMP (rMOMP) as the soluble forms without an additional refolding process. Using two different animal models, it was evaluated that the rMOMP was capable of inducing a significant immune response and providing protection against H. parasuis infection.

경북지역 재래산양의 세균성, 바이러스성 설사병 병원체 검출률 조사 (Detection ratio of bacterial and viral pathogens of diarrhea from Korean indigenous goat feces in Gyeongbuk province)

  • 손준형;도재철;조길재
    • 한국동물위생학회지
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    • 제39권1호
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    • pp.35-39
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    • 2016
  • The purpose of this study was to survey on infection status of pathogens of diarrhea from Korean indigenous goat. A total of 800 fecal samples was collected from 50 farms from January to October 2015 and was tested by automatic biochemical machine and polymerase chain reaction (PCR). The overall detection ratio of bacterial pathogens was 22.4% and viral pathogens was 16.3%, respectively. The detection ratio of Escherichia coli (E. coli), Salmonella spp., bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV), rotavirus and coronavirus were 21.5%, 0.9%, 7.6%, 5.6% and 3.0%, respectively. In the rates of mixed detection, single was 78.2%, double 8.4%, triple 11.6% and quadruple 1.8% in each sample and 38%, 12%, 16%, 20% in each farm, respectively.

Antimicrobial Activity of Vaccinium macrocarpon (Cranberry) Produced Proanthocyanidin (PAC) on the Growth and Adhesion Properties of Staphylococcus aureus

  • Hui, Jonathan;Choy, John;Suwandaratne, Sid P.;Shervill, Jenna;Gan, Bing S.;Howard, Jeffrey C.;Reid, Gregor
    • Preventive Nutrition and Food Science
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    • 제9권1호
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    • pp.29-33
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    • 2004
  • Cranberries have long been used by lay people to relieve the symptoms of urinary tract infections. Recent research has determined that the component of cranberry called proanthocyanidin (PAC) is the primary mechanism for inhibiting P-fimbriated E.coli adhesion to uroepithelial cells in vitro. A series of experiments were performed to determine the effects of PAC on growth and adhesion of uropathogenic E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus to urinary catheter material. The results showed that PAC-inhibited binding of Gram positive S. aureus to collagen coated surfaces and significantly decreased the growth of these bacteria. P-fimbriated E.coli did not bind well to the biomaterial and their growth was unaffected by the cranberry extract with the exception of some loss in viability at 1000 $\mu\textrm{g}$/mL after 5 to 18 hours of exposure. This is the first report of the potential for cranberries to interfere with the adhesion and growth of S. aureus, a multi-drug resistant organisms responsible for morbidity and mortality especially in hospitalized patients.

White-spotted kidney가 동반된 송아지의 패혈증성 대장균증 (Septicemic colibacillosis accompanied by white-spotted kidney in a calf)

  • 윤순식;배유찬;이희수;양동군;권용국;한홍율
    • 대한수의학회지
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    • 제45권1호
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    • pp.99-103
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    • 2005
  • We report septicemic colibacillosis accompanied by white-spotted kidney in a 30-day old female Holstein-Friesian dairy calf. Grossly, there were numerous white spots sized average 0.5cm in diameter in both kidneys. When sectioned sagittally, there were radially oriented gray streaks extending outward and reaching the renal cortex. The renal papillae were ulcerated, white to gray in color and very friable. Histologically, there was extensive purulent inflammation characterized by severe neutrophilic cellular infiltrations in the tubular lumens and interstitia. In addition, massive coagulative necrosis were found in the apices of papillae. Numerous Gram-negative bacterial colonies were detected in both of the renal and lung tissues. Beta-hemolytic Escherichia coli (E. coli) was purely isolated from the renal parenchyma, peritoneal surface and pleural surface. Based on the above results, we suggest that the generalized septicemia with pyelonephritis may be oriented from the lower urinary tract infection with E. coli in this case.

소아 요로감염에서 Escherichia coli의 빈도와 항생제 감수성에 대한 연구 (Incidence of Escherichia coli and Its Susceptibility to Antimicrobials in Childhood Urinary Tract Infection)

  • 지혜미;곽재혁;이준호;박혜원
    • Childhood Kidney Diseases
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    • 제10권1호
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    • pp.18-26
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    • 2006
  • 목적 : 요로감염은 조기 진단 및 치료를 적절히 하지 않으면 비가역적 신손상, 패혈증 등을 유발하므로 원인 균주를 알기 전에 경험적 항생제 요법을 시행하는 것이 중요하다. 따라서 경험적 항생제의 적절한 선택을 위하여 원인 균주의 분포와 임상특징을 알아보고, 원인 균주의 대부분을 차지하는 E. coli의 항생제 감수성 정도에 대해 알아보고자 하였다. 방법 : 2004년 2월부터 2005년 2월까지 발열을 주소로 분당차병원 응급실과 소아과 외래를 방문하여 요로감염으로 진단된 환아 103명을 대상으로 요 배양검사 결과, 성별, 연령, DMSA 신스캔상 결손 유무, 방광 요관 역류 유무, 6개월이내 재발 여부 등을 후향적으로 조사하고 원인 균주 중 가장 흔한 균인 E. coli에 대해 항생제 감수성 정도를 분석하였다. 결과 : 103명의 환아 중 92명(89.3%)이 E.coil에 의한 요로감염이었으며 ESBL 생성 E.coli는 3명(3.3%)에서 동정되었다. E. coli의 항생제 감수성 조사 결과 AMP, AMS, SXT는 각각 27.2%, 34.8%, 65.2%로 낮은 감수성을 보였으며 cephalosporin계 항생제는 1세대 cephalosporin인 cefazoline이 91.3%, 2세대인 cefoxitin이 100%, 3세대인 ceftriaxone 97.8%를 보여 대부분 매우 높은 감수성을 나타내었다. 또한 AMP와 SXT의 경우 연령이 1세 이상일 경우 1세 미만인 경우에 비해 내성의 위험이 증가하였다. 결론 : 1세 이상의 환아에서는 소아과 외래에서 흔히 사용하는 AMP, SXT에 대한 내성발생의 위험이 증가하므로 3세대 cephalosporin계 항생제를 초기 경험적 치료에 사용하는 것이 권장되나, ESBL 생성 E. coli에 대한 지속적인 조사와 발생 위험 요인에 대한 연구가 더욱 필요하다.

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Intestinal Parasitic Infections and Environmental Water Contamination in a Rural Village of Northern Lao PDR

  • Ribas, Alexis;Jollivet, Chloe;Morand, Serge;Thongmalayvong, Boupha;Somphavong, Silaphet;Siew, Chern-Chiang;Ting, Pei-Jun;Suputtamongkol, Saipin;Saensombath, Viengsaene;Sanguankiat, Surapol;Tan, Boon-Huan;Paboriboune, Phimpha;Akkhavong, Kongsap;Chaisiri, Kittipong
    • Parasites, Hosts and Diseases
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    • 제55권5호
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    • pp.523-532
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    • 2017
  • A field survey studying intestinal parasites in humans and microbial pathogen contamination at environment was performed in a Laotian rural village to identify potential risks for disease outbreaks. A parasitological investigation was conducted in Ban Lak Sip village, Luang Prabang, Lao PDR involving fecal samples from 305 inhabitants as well as water samples taken from 3 sites of the local stream. Water analysis indicated the presence of several enteric pathogens, i.e., Aeromonas spp., Vibrio spp., E. coli H7, E. coli O157: H7, verocytotoxin-producing E. coli (VTEC), Shigella spp., and enteric adenovirus. The level of microbial pathogens contamination was associated with human activity, with greater levels of contamination found at the downstream site compared to the site at the village and upstream, respectively. Regarding intestinal parasites, the prevalence of helminth and protozoan infections were 68.9% and 27.2%, respectively. Eight helminth taxa were identified in fecal samples, i.e., 2 tapeworm species (Taenia sp. and Hymenolepis diminuta), 1 trematode (Opisthorchis sp.), and 5 nematodes (Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura, Strongyloides stercoralis, trichostrongylids, and hookworms). Six species of intestinal protists were identified, i.e., Blastocystis hominis, Cyclospora spp., Endolimax nana, Entamoeba histolytica/E. dispar, Entamoeba coli, and Giardia lamblia. Questionnaires and interviews were also conducted to determine risk factors of infection. These analyses together with a prevailing infection level suggested that most of villagers were exposed to parasites in a similar degree due to limited socio-economic differences and sharing of similar practices. Limited access to effective public health facilities is also a significant contributing factor.

국내 분리 돼지 부종병 대장균의 병원성 유전자 및 시가독소 생성 검증 (Evaluation of the virulence genes and Shiga toxin-producing abilities of Escherichia coli field isolates causing edema disease in pigs)

  • 서병주;정창기;강아름;조호성;김원일
    • 한국동물위생학회지
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    • 제39권2호
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    • pp.87-92
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    • 2016
  • Porcine edema disease (ED) is a communicable disease of pigs caused by infection with Shiga toxin (Stx)-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) which expresses F18 fimbriae and/or Stx type 2e (Stx2e). While STEC causes a severe illness including hemorrhagic colitis and hemolytic-uremic syndrome in humans, it induces damage to the vascular endothelium, which results in edema, hemorrhage, and microthrombosis, leading in high mortality in pigs. In the present study, we cultured Stx2e-producing E. coli field isolates from conventional pig farms that experienced sudden deaths previously with symptoms similar to porcine edema disease, which were further investigated with Shiga toxin profiles. A total of 43 strains were identified from the collected samples by F18 or Stx2e specific PCR. Based on the PCR, 42 isolates out of 43 isolates were proved to carry one of F18 or Stx2e genes and 14 isolates to carry both F18 and Stx2e genes. All of the 30 isolates that harbored Stx2e gene induced the cytopathic effect (CPE) in vero cells and especially, the isolate 150229 produced the highest level of Shiga toxin. Therefore, we identified the virulence genes (F18 and Stx2e) and demonstrated Shiga toxin-producing abilities from porcine edema disease causing E. coli filed isolates. These results suggested that one of the isolates could be a vaccine antigen candidate against STEC through further investigating to elicit an immune response.

Clinical Outcomes of Non-carbapenem Treatment for Urinary Tract Infections Caused by Extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli

  • Kim, Eunae;Ahn, Yo Han;Lee, Jung Won;Park, Eujin
    • Childhood Kidney Diseases
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    • 제25권1호
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    • pp.22-28
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    • 2021
  • Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the clinical outcomes of non-carbapenem treatment for urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Escherichia coli (E. coli) in young children. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of children under 2 years of age who were diagnosed and treated for UTIs caused by ESBL-producing E. coli from September 2014 to March 2020. Results: Forty-three children under 2 years of age were treated with non-carbapenem antimicrobials for UTIs caused by ESBL-producing E. coli without bloodstream infections. The overall clinical and microbiological success rates for empirical antimicrobial treatment were 90.7% and 97.7%. Three of the patients (7.0%) experienced a relapse of UTI within a month. An in vitro susceptibility test showed that two patients were sensitive and one was resistant to the antimicrobial treatments. Furthermore, there were no significant differences in the time to defervescence, clinical success, microbiological success, and relapse rate between the susceptible (n=13) and non-susceptible groups (n=30). Conclusion: In this study, the overall relapse rate of patients treated with non-carbapenem antimicrobials was 7.0%. The patients showed high success rates in the clinical and microbiological responses to the non-carbapenems regardless of the results of the in vitro antimicrobial susceptibility test. These results provide evidence that non-carbapenems may be viable alternative treatments for UTIs caused by ESBL-producing E. coli.

Prevalence and Cytotoxic Effects of Some Colibactin and cnf Genes among Escherichia coli Isolated from Urinary Tract Infections

  • Alhadidi, Hiba A.S.;Al-Qaysi, Safaa A. S.;Al-Halbosiy, Mohammad M. F.
    • 한국미생물·생명공학회지
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    • 제50권2호
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    • pp.283-292
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    • 2022
  • Colibactins (clb) and Cytotoxic Necrotizing Factors (cnf) are virulence factors that impact cell cycle through cellular differentiation, proliferation, and apoptosis. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common among type of infection among outpatients, with a lifetime incidence of about 60-65% in adult females. Here, we sought to isolate uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPCE) from urine specimens and investigates the prevalence of clb A, B and cnf 1, 2 genes among these isolates. A total of 110 E. coli isolates were collected from patients with UTIs. All the isolates were examined for their hemolytic activity and only 46 isolates showed a halo zone of hemolysis on blood agar. The collected UPEC isolates were screened for the existence of clb A, B and cnf genes. The results revealed that out of 110 isolates, 28 harbored the clbA gene, 40 harbored clb B, and 24 isolates harboured cnf1. 13 isolates harbored clbA, clbB, and cnf1 genes, while no cnf2 gene was detected among isolates. The molecular detection revealed that 8 out of 28 hemolytic isolates carrying the clbA, 11 out of 40 were carrying clbB, 1 out of 24 were carrying cnf 1, and 5 out of 9 carrying clbA+clbB. Furthermore, 7 out of 13 isolates were hemolytic and carrying clbA, clbB, and cnf1 genes. Finally, we investigated the cytotoxicity of E. coli harboring clb and cnf genes, eukaryotic REF cells were exposed to E. coli producing colibactin, which induces DNA damage and leads to cell cycle arrest, senescence and death.