Enterobacter
| Categorization | |
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| Cell Wall: Gram Negative | Shape: Rod |
| Biochemistry: Lactose Fermenter, Indole Negative | |
| Transmission |
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- Infection is usually acquired in hospitals and only causes pathology in those who are ill with reduced immunity, especially hospitalized patients.
| Clinical Consequences |
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- Enterobacter species can result in a large variety of nosocomial infections. These commonly include hospital-acquired pneumonia and urinary tract infections.