The global prevalence of biofilm-forming Enterococcus faecalis in clinical isolates: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis) is a major cause of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). It exhibits a strong biofilm-forming ability, which contributes to treatment resistance and persistence. Despite its clinical relevance, the global prevalence of biofilm-forming E. fa...

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Main Authors: Ephrem Tamrat, Zelalem Asmare, Alene Geteneh, Assefa Sisay, Ermias Getachew, Brhanu Kassanew, Mesfin Dessale, Yalewayker Gashaw, Abdu Jemal, Muluken Gashaw, Alembante Bazezew, Solomon Gedfie, Woldeteklehaymanot Kassahun, Wagaw Abebe, Zelalem Dejazmach, Tadesse Misganaw, Agenagnew Ashagre, Marye Nigatie, Abebe Adisu Damtie, Bewuketu Belete Alemu, Zewdu Tefera, Bahriew Mezgebu, Getinet Kumie, Mulugeta Kiros, Melese Abate Reta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-08-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-025-11399-z
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