IN A NUTSHELL 🦠 Pseudomonas aeruginosa can degrade polycaprolactone (PCL), a plastic used in medical devices, posing new challenges to hospital safety. 🔬 The bacterium’s enzyme, Pap1, breaks down PCL, aiding in strong biofilm formation, which complicates infection management. 🧪 Researchers warn that other pathogens may also possess enzymes capable of attacking various medical-grade plastics. … Continue reading “Superbug Turns Predator”: Mutated Bacteria Now Devours Hospital Implants, Sutures, and Dressings With Terrifying Efficiency