Distribution of non-LEE-encoded type 3 secretion system dependent effectors in enteropathogenic Escherichia coli

Salvador, Fábia A.Hernandes, Rodrigo T.Vieira, Mônica A.M.Rockstroh, Anna C.Gomes, Tânia A.T.

Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli (EPEC) are important human gastroenteritis agents. The prevalence of six non-LEE genes encoding type 3 translocated effectors was investigated. The nleC, cif and nleB genes were more prevalent in typical than in atypical EPEC, although a higher diversity of genes combinations was observed in atypical EPEC.

1. Type 3 secretion system
2. Diarrhea
3. Pathogenicity
4. Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli (EPEC)