Enterobacter aerogenes is also known as Klebsiella aerogenes
Fermenting gram negative rod, of the Enterobacteriaceae family
Previously knowns as Enterobacter aerogenes
GI flora, especially in hospitalized patients.
Infection usually in nosocomial setting.
Nosocomial infections:
Pneumonia (HAP)
UTI
Wound infections
Prosthetic device and line infections
May require contact precautions if highly resistant.