Bacteroides ureolyticus
Bacteroides ureolyticus
Bacteroides ureolyticus (pronunciation: bak-ter-oy-deez yoo-ree-oh-ly-ti-kus) is a species of bacteria that is part of the Bacteroides genus.
Etymology
The name Bacteroides is derived from the Greek words bakterion, meaning small rod, and -oides, meaning resembling or similar to. The species name ureolyticus is derived from urea, a compound that the bacteria can break down, and -lyticus, meaning able to dissolve or destroy.
Description
Bacteroides ureolyticus is a Gram-negative, anaerobic, non-spore-forming, rod-shaped bacterium. It is known for its ability to hydrolyze urea, a process that can contribute to the formation of struvite stones in the urinary tract.
Clinical significance
Bacteroides ureolyticus is often found in the human gut flora, but it can also be a pathogen, causing infections in the urinary tract and other parts of the body. It is resistant to many antibiotics, making infections difficult to treat.
Related terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bacteroides ureolyticus
- Wikipedia's article - Bacteroides ureolyticus
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