In-host evolution of classic to convergent Klebsiella pneumoniae sequence type 147 isolates and impact of associated capsular changes on different morphotypes
K. Sydow, E. Dogan, M. Schwabe, S. E. Heiden, M. M. Khan, J. U. Müller, J. A. Bohnert, D. Baecker, R. Schlüter, P. Schierack, E. Eger, E. A. Idelevich, K. Becker, K. Schaufler
This study investigates in-host evolution of Klebsiella pneumoniae sequence type 147 isolates, revealing microevolution from classic to convergent pathotype through plasmid acquisition and capsular changes affecting virulence and morphology.
bioRxiv · Feb 13, 2024 · PreprintMicrobiology