Staphylococcus aureus secretes a number of host-injurious toxins, among the most
prominent of which is the small β-barrel pore-forming toxin α-hemolysin. Initially named …

Staphylococcus haemolyticus (S. haemolyticus) constitutes the main part of the human skin
microbiota. It is widespread in hospitals and among medical staff, resulting in being an …

Staphylococcus epidermidis is a biofilm-producing commensal organism found ubiquitously
on human skin and mucous membranes, as well as on animals and in the environment …

Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is associated with a high risk of infection of the peritoneum,
subcutaneous tunnel and catheter exit site. Although quality standards demand an infection …

Staphylococci are a worldwide cause of human and animal infections including life-
threatening cases of bacteraemia, wound infections, pyogenic lesions, and mastitis …

Staphylococcus aureus is a successful human and animal pathogen. Its pathogenicity is
linked to its ability to secrete a large amount of virulence factors. These secreted proteins …

Although opportunistic pathogens, coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS), including
Staphylococcus epidermidis and Staphylococcus haemolyticus, have long been regarded …

Background The choice of antimicrobials for initial treatment of peritoneal dialysis (PD)-
related peritonitis is crucial for a favorable outcome. There is no consensus about the best …

Infections are the second leading cause of death among patients with end-stage kidney
disease, behind only cardiovascular disease. In addition, patients on chronic dialysis are at …

This volume offers a comprehensive overview of basic and applied aspects of
Staphylococcus aureus, which is one of the most important human pathogens. It includes …