Virulence and DNA sequence analysis of Cronobacter spp. isolated from infant cereals.

Cronobacter spp. is an opportunistic pathogen that causes severe infections, affecting newborns and infants, and is also an emerging cause of hospital-acquired infection in elderly populations. These infections are mainly associated with the consumption of infant formulas, even though these bacteria have been isolated from other foods as well.

Isolation, comparison of identification methods and antibiotic resistance of Cronobacter spp. in infant foods.

Cronobacter spp. are opportunistic pathogens that cause serious infections, especially in infants, elderly, and immunocompromised people. Dehydrated infant foods are the main vehicle associated with infections caused by these bacteria.