Comparative Patho-Genomics of <i>Salmonella enterica</i> Serovar Enteritidis Reveal Potential Host-Specific Virulence Factors.

ABSTRACT: Salmonella enterica serovar Enteritidis (S. Enteritidis) is one of the most common causes of bacterial foodborne infections worldwide. It has an extensive host range, including birds and humans, making it one of the most adaptable Salmonella serovars. This study aims to define the virulence gene profile of S. Enteritidis and identify genes critical to its host specificity. Currently, there is limited understanding of the molecular mechanisms that allow S. Enteritidis to continue as an important foodborne pathogen. To better understand the genes that may play a role in the host-specific virulence and/or fitness of S. Enteritidis, we first compiled a virulence gene profile-based genome analysis of sequenced S. Enteritidis strains isolated from

SUBMITTER: Moreau MR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11858713 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature