Tag: Enterococcus avium

While less common than its cousins *E. faecalis* and *E. faecium*, *Enterococcus avium* is a notable pathogen, particularly in nosocomial (hospital-acquired) infections [1.5.9]. Understanding what antibiotics cover *Enterococcus avium* is crucial for effective treatment, especially given the diverse resistance patterns among enterococci [1.3.2].

While *Enterococcus faecium* is the most common cause of vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) infections in healthcare settings, reports confirm that *Enterococcus avium* can also become resistant to vancomycin. This resistance, though rarer than in other *Enterococcus* species, poses a significant clinical challenge, particularly in immunocompromised patients.