What Does PPLO Stand For?

PPLO stands for Pleuropneumonia Like Organism

PPLO, or Pleuropneumonia Like Organism, refers to a group of bacteria that exhibit unique characteristics resembling both mycoplasmas and larger bacterial entities. These organisms are notable for their role in causing respiratory diseases, particularly in animals such as livestock. PPLOs are often difficult to culture and diagnose due to their fastidious growth requirements and atypical cell wall structure, making them significant in veterinary microbiology and infectious disease research.