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Fusobacterium
A genus of gram-negative, anaerobic, rod-shaped bacteria found in cavities of humans and other animals. No endospores are formed. Some species are pathogenic and occur in various purulent or gangrenous infections.
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National Library of Medicine 2013 MeSH Scope Note and Classification
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Figure 1. Gram stain of
Fusobacterium nucleatum
.
Figure 2. Gram stain of liver aspirate, with
Fusobacterium nucleatum
.
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