Implant bacteria, beware: Researchers create nano-sized assassins

Staphylococcus epidermidis is quite an opportunist. Commonly found on human skin, the bacteria pose little danger. But S. epidermidis is a leading cause of infections in hospitals. From catheters to prosthetics, the bacteria are known to hitch a ride on a range of medical devices implanted into patients.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news165224918.html">Implant bacteria, beware: Researchers create nano-sized assassins</a></p> <p><i>Staphylococcus epidermidis</i> is quite an opportunist. Commonly found on human skin, the bacteria pose little danger. But <i>S. epidermidis</i> is a leading cause of infections in hospitals. From catheters to prosthetics, the bacteria are known to hitch a ride on a range of medical devices implanted into patients.</p>