Bacteroides fragilis
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| Bacteroides fragilis | |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Bacteroidetes |
| Class | Bacteroidetes |
| Order | Bacteroidales |
| Family | Bacteroidaceae |
| Genus | Bacteroides |
| Species | B. fragilis |
Also known as: B.fragilis
Bacteroides fragilis is a pathogenic anaerobic non-spore-forming Gram-negative species - it is an obligate anaerobe of the gut.
B.fragilis causes Necrotic suppurative wound infections and is involved in Peritonitis.
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