Distribution of smf-1, rmlA, spgM and rpfF genes among Stenotrophomonas maltophilia isolates in relation to biofilm-forming capacity

Abstract

This study demonstrated thatS. maltophilia clinical isolates significantly differ in biofilm-forming ability. Moreover, presence of rpfF and smf-1, but not spgM, could be associated with biofilm formation. This study highlights the importance of rpfF in formation of biofilm compared with the other genes involved.