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Fusobacterium is a genus of filamentous, anaerobic, Gram-negative bacteria, similar to Bacteroides. Fusobacterium contribute to several human diseases, including periodontal diseases, Lemierre's syndrome, and tropical skin ulcers. In humans, they represent a significant portion of bacteria in the gut flora, and are found in many parts of the gastrointestinal tract.
References
External links
- Anaerobic Gram-Negative Bacilli chapter in Baron's Medical Microbiology (online at the NCBI bookshelf).
"Fusobacterium"