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Moraxella is a genus of Gram-negative, facultatively anaerobic bacteria. It is part of the family Moraxellaceae and is commonly found in the environment, particularly in soil and water. The genus was first described by Edward Albert Newton in 1949. Moraxella species are known for their ability to cause infections in humans and animals, particularly in immunocompromised individuals.
The genus includes several species, with Moraxella catarrhalis being the most well-known. M. catarrhalis is a
Moraxella species are typically non-motile, non-spore-forming, and rod-shaped. They are oxidase-positive and catalase-positive, which can be
In clinical settings, Moraxella infections are often treated with antibiotics, such as beta-lactams and fluoroquinolones. However,