ESKAPE Pathogens in Bloodstream Infections Are Associated With Higher Cost and Mortality but Can Be Predicted Using Diagnoses Upon Admission

Taken together, these data highlight the pathogenicity of ESKAPE bacteria, potential mechanisms of their pathogenicity, and the potential to predict ESKAPE infections upon admission. Implementing word group algorithms could enable earlier and targeted therapies against ESKAPE bacteria and thus reduce their burden on the health care system.