Complete genomes of hybrid Escherichia coli isolates containing virulence factors from enterotoxigenic and enteropathogenic pathovars

This announcement describes the genomes of three hybrid Escherichia coli isolates containing virulence factors from enteropathogenic and enterotoxigenic E. coli. The recognition and characterization of these hybrid pathogens is essential in understanding the development of these novel organisms as an emerging threat among enteric pathogens.