Enterococcus faecalis infection

Enterococcus faecalis infection

Definition

A bacterial infection induced by Enterococcus faecalis which is the most prevalent species (along with Enterococcus faecium) cultured from humans, accounting for more than 90% of clinical isolates. Enterococci are part of the normal intestinal flora of humans and animals. They have been long recognized as important human pathogens.

Also known as Enterococcus faecalis caused disease or disorder, Enterococcus faecalis disease or disorder, Enterococcus faecalis infectious disease — per MONDO

Also identified as