Which of the Following Phrases Reflects an Effective Treatment of Biofilms

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following phrases reflects an effective treatment of biofilms?

• A)Add DNase to the antibiotics to disrupt extracellular debris
• B)Interrupt quorum-sensing pathways, preventing signaling between cells
• C)Pre-treat with newly-discovered antimicrobials before exposure to established drugs
• D)All of the above have been shown to enhance biofilm elimination.

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