Pathogenic mechanism of Vibrio vulnificus infection.

is a fatal, opportunistic human pathogen transmitted through the consumption of raw/undercooked seafood or direct contact. infection progresses rapidly and has severe consequences; some cases may require amputation or result in death. Growing evidence suggests that virulence factors and regulators play a large role in disease progression, involving host resistance, cellular damage, iron acquisition, virulence regulation and host immune responses. Its disease mechanism remains largely undefined. Further evaluation of pathogenic mechanisms is important for selecting appropriate measures to prevent and treat infection. In this review, the possible pathogenesis of infection is described to provide a reference for treatment and prevention.