Tag: nosocomial infection
Understanding the Lifecycle of Biofilms: The Five Stages of Pseudomonas aeruginosa Development
Biofilms are complex, structured communities of bacteria that adhere to surfaces and encase themselves in a protective matrix, posing significant challenges in medical treatment and infection control. This article explores the five critical stages of biofilm development using Pseudomonas aeruginosa as a model organism, illustrating how free-floating bacteria transform into resilient colonies that are highly resistant to antibiotics and the host immune system.
