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