Skin and skin structure Enterococcus infection

A skin and skin structure *Enterococcus* infection refers to an acute or complicated bacterial infection of the epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, or deeper fascial planes caused by gram-positive bacteria of the genus *Enterococcus*, most frequently *Enterococcus faecalis* or *Enterococcus faecium* Pathophysiologically, enterococci often act as opportunistic or co-pathogens within polymicrobial communities, utilizing surface adhesins, pili, and biofilm formation to establish persistent tiss...

A skin and skin structure *Enterococcus* infection refers to an acute or complicated bacterial infection of the epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, or deeper fascial planes caused by gram-positive bacteria of the genus *Enterococcus*, most frequently *Enterococcus faecalis* or *Enterococcus faecium*

It commonly presents as cellulitis, surgical site or traumatic wound infections, decubitus ulcers, or diabetic foot infections, occurring disproportionately in hospitalized, immunocompromised, or surgically treated patients Pathophysiologically, enterococci often act as opportunistic or co-pathogens within polymicrobial communities, utilizing surface adhesins, pili, and biofilm formation to establish persistent tissue inflammation, localized purulence, erythema, and induration that can lead to d...