Corynebacterium diphtheriae, historically recognised for its diphtheria toxin, exhibits a multifaceted interaction with its host that extends beyond toxin production. Current research underscores that ...

We report seven cases of endocarditis due to nontoxigenic Corynebacterium diphtheriae that occurred between October 1990 and September 1991. The patients all lived in the state of New South Wales, ...

Diphtheria is a serious and contagious infection caused when the bacteria Corynebacterium diphtheriae release toxins. Symptoms often appear in the skin or respiratory system. If it enters the ...

Diphtheria was once a leading cause of death for children; immunization programs eventually changed that for most countries. But the bacterial infection still occurs in low- and middle-income ...

Corynebacterium diphtheriae, also called C. diphtheriae, produces a toxin that damages tissues and causes the symptoms of diphtheria. These bacteria adhere to the cells of the host, such as epithelial ...

With cases soaring, diphtheria is on track to return as a major global threat as it evolves resistance to a number of antibiotic classes, a study has warned. Experts from the UK and India analysed ...

Diphtheria is a highly contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat of a patient. Sometimes, it may also affect the skin. It is easily preventable if caught in time but may ...

Diphtheria is re-emerging in Europe, with the most recent cases presenting as skin infections in vulnerable groups. The trend highlights the need to strengthen immunisation and improve clinician ...

Researchers from India, the U.K. and Russia have analysed a large collection of 502 genomes sourced from over 16 countries and collected from over a period of 122 years of the bacterium that causes ...