# Draft genome of Staphylococcus epidermidis clinical isolate OGSA-Sep-145 from an implant-related spinal infection

## TL;DR

This paper presents the draft genome of a Staphylococcus epidermidis strain from a spinal infection, offering insights into its resistance and virulence.

## Contribution

The paper introduces a new draft genome from a clinical isolate linked to chronic implant-related infections.

## Key findings

- The genome provides insights into antimicrobial resistance mechanisms.
- It reveals potential virulence factors associated with chronic infections.

## Abstract

Staphylococcus epidermidis, a skin commensal, is a major cause of orthopedic implant-related infections due to its biofilm-forming ability and immune evasion strategies. Here, we present the draft genome of strain OGSA-Sep-145, isolated from a spinal infection, providing insights into antimicrobial resistance and virulence mechanisms in chronic infections.