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Physical pressure helps pathogenic P. aeruginosa survive antibiotic treatment

  • June 23, 2026 at 11:40 PM
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Physical pressure helps pathogenic P. aeruginosa survive antibiotic treatment
Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogen that can cause acute and chronic infections. Responsible for many hospital-acquired infections, it is also a major concern for people with cystic fibrosis, whose lungs are clogged with thick mucus that promotes its growth.

Originally published at Phys.org

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