MOBILUNCUS Meaning and
Definition
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Mobiluncus is a genus of Gram-negative, anaerobic, rod-shaped bacteria commonly found in the vaginal microbiota. It was first identified and classified by Totten, et al. in 1983. The name "Mobiluncus" is derived from the Latin words "mobilis" meaning mobile, and "lunceus" meaning slightly curved or crescent-shaped, which describes the characteristic curved or comma-shaped appearance of these bacteria when observed under a microscope.
Species within the Mobiluncus genus are known to play a significant role in various gynecological infections, particularly bacterial vaginosis (BV). They are often present in high numbers in vaginal swabs taken from women diagnosed with BV. Mobiluncus species are considered to be opportunistic pathogens, as their overgrowth and disruption of the normal vaginal microflora can lead to vaginal infections. The exact pathogenic mechanisms and virulence factors associated with Mobiluncus are still not fully understood, but it is believed that their ability to adhere to vaginal epithelial cells and produce certain enzymes may contribute to their ability to cause infection.
Identification and diagnosis of Mobiluncus species rely on microscopic examination of vaginal samples or cultures, where their characteristic curved rods can be visualized. Additionally, molecular techniques such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) can also be employed for species-specific identification. Treatment of bacterial vaginosis involving Mobiluncus species typically involves antibiotics such as metronidazole or clindamycin, although resistance to these antibiotics has been reported in some cases.
Common Misspellings for MOBILUNCUS
- nobiluncus
- kobiluncus
- jobiluncus
- mibiluncus
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- mlbiluncus
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- m9biluncus
- moviluncus
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- mobuluncus
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- mobikuncus
Etymology of MOBILUNCUS
The word "Mobiluncus" is derived from the Latin language. It is a combination of two Latin words: "mobilis", meaning mobile or movable, and "uncus", meaning hook or curved. "Mobiluncus" refers to a group of anaerobic bacteria that have a curved or hook-like shape and are capable of mobility. These bacteria are commonly found in the human reproductive and digestive tracts.
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