by Perfectus Biomed | 2015 and older, Biofilm, Publications, Tissue Models
Abstract
Biofilms are a sessile colony of bacteria which adhere to and persist on surfaces. The ability of bacteria to form biofilms is considered a virulence factor, and in fact is central to the pathogenesis of some organisms. Biofilms are inherently resistant to...
by Perfectus Biomed | 2015 and older, Biofilm, Publications, Wound Care
Abstract
The free swell and absorption capacity under compression of six wound dressings that are indicated for moderately to highly exuding wounds was investigated. Measuring in vitro the absorptive capacity and retention under compression is important in terms of...
by Perfectus Biomed | 2015 and older, Publications, Tissue Models
Abstract
Staphylococcal superantigens (SAgs), such as toxic shock syndrome toxin-1 (TSST-1), are the main cause of toxic shock syndrome (TSS). SAgs deregulate the host immune system after penetrating epithelial barriers such as the vaginal mucosa. In response to TSST-1,...
by Perfectus Biomed | 2015 and older, Publications
Abstract
Staphylococcus aureus causes significant illnesses throughout the world, including toxic shock syndrome (TSS), pneumonia, and infective endocarditis. Major contributors to S. aureus illnesses are secreted virulence factors it produces, including superantigens...
by Perfectus Biomed | 2015 and older, Biofilm, Publications
Abstract
Background: Glycerol monolaurate (GML) is an antimicrobial agent that has potent activity against gram-positive bacteria. This study examines GML antibacterial activity in comparison to lauric acid, in broth cultures compared to biofilm cultures, and against a...
