Phylogenetic and pathogenic description of Enterococcus faecalis at a Northern Chinese hospital

WGS exhibited excellent capabilities in characterizing local clinical E. faecalis, making it a potential tool for epidemiological studies and infection management. In the meantime, fully exploiting the use of genomic data from local clinical strains can enhance antimicrobial resistance surveillance and provide insights into potential pathogenicity, aiding the development of more effective treatment strategies.