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Enterococcal bacteremia in two large community teaching hospitals.
The American Journal of Medicine
|October 1, 1986
Summary
Enterococcal bacteremia is a serious infection, often affecting older adults with underlying conditions. Despite treatment, mortality remains high, with male sex and severe illness increasing risk.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Internal Medicine
- Clinical Microbiology
Background:
- Enterococcal bacteremia poses a significant clinical challenge.
- High prevalence in elderly patients with comorbidities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review enterococcal bacteremia cases.
- Identify sources, risk factors, and outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 55 enterococcal bacteremia cases.
- Analysis of patient demographics, clinical data, and outcomes.
Main Results:
- Most patients were >60 years old with underlying illnesses.
- Common sources: urinary tract, cutaneous wounds, intra-abdominal infections.
- High mortality (44%) despite appropriate antimicrobial therapy.
Conclusions:
- Enterococcal bacteremia has a high mortality rate.
- Male sex and severe underlying illness are associated with increased mortality risk.