Pathogens
Enterococcus faecalis

Enterococcus faecalis

General Information

Gram positive cocci in short chains.

Gastrointestinal flora.

  • Bacteremia
  • Endocarditis
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Contributes to polymicrobial intra-abdominal and skin and soft tissue infection, but less virulent than usual pathogens

May not always require dedicated therapy in mixed infections.