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. 2018 Jul 20:277:10-25.
doi: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2018.04.011. Epub 2018 Apr 12.

Growth, detection and virulence of Listeria monocytogenes in the presence of other microorganisms: microbial interactions from species to strain level

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Growth, detection and virulence of Listeria monocytogenes in the presence of other microorganisms: microbial interactions from species to strain level

Evangelia A Zilelidou et al. Int J Food Microbiol. .

Abstract

Like with all food microorganisms, many basic aspects of L. monocytogenes life are likely to be influenced by its interactions with bacteria living in close proximity. This pathogenic bacterium is a major concern both for the food industry and health organizations since it is ubiquitous and able to withstand harsh environmental conditions. Due to the ubiquity of Listeria monocytogenes, various strains may contaminate foods at different stages of the supply chain. Consequently, simultaneous exposure of consumers to multiple strains is also possible. In this context even strain-to-strain interactions of L. monocytogenes play a significant role in fundamental processes for the life of the pathogen, such as growth or virulence, and subsequently compromise food safety, affect the evolution of a potential infection, or even introduce bias in the detection by classical enrichment techniques. This article summarizes the impact of microbial interactions on the growth and detection of L. monocytogenes primarily in foods and food-associated environments. Furthermore it provides an overview of L. monocytogenes virulence in the presence of other microorganisms.

Keywords: Detection; Growth; Interaction; L. monocytogenes; Virulence.

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