Complete Genome Sequence Analysis of Nocardia brasiliensis HUJEG-1 Reveals a Saprobic Lifestyle and the Genes Needed for Human Pathogenesis

Nocardia brasiliensis is an important etiologic agent of mycetoma. These bacteria live as a saprobe in soil or organic material and enter the tissue via minor trauma. Mycetoma is characterized by tumefaction and the production of fistula and abscesses, with no spontaneous cure. By using mass sequenc...

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Main Authors: Gordon, Stephen V., Vera Cabrera, Lucio, Ortiz López, Rocío, Elizondo González, Ramiro, Ocampo Candiani, Jorge
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science 2013
Online Access:http://eprints.uanl.mx/14774/1/506.PDF