The synthesis of the novel Escherichia coli toxin—colibactin and its mechanisms of tumorigenesis of colorectal cancer
Escherichia coli is part of the normal flora of the human gut and performs vital functions; however, certain strains can cause disease in the host, impairing gut function and adversely affecting overall health. The pks gene cluster in the E. coli B2 serogroup encodes colibactin, a secondary metaboli...
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Frontiers in Microbiology |
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| Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmicb.2024.1501973/full |
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