Biofilm formation and associated biomechanical traits co-segregate with multidrug resistance in typhoidal Salmonella

Key Points

• Multidrug resistance was found in Salmonella with significant biofilm formation capabilities, indicating a link between these traits.
• Over 70% of the strains demonstrated enhanced biomechanical traits alongside resistance, highlighting potential adaptation mechanisms.
• Observational analysis focused on typhoidal Salmonella strains, examining their resistance patterns and biofilm characteristics during lab tests.
• The findings imply that targeting biofilm formation could be crucial in managing multidrug-resistant Salmonella infections.