Infections by this organism are predominantly hospital acquired, and some predisposing factors include catheterization, medical implantation, and immunosuppressive therapy.

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Staphylococcus epidermidis is a common cause of hospital-acquired infections, especially in patients with catheterization, medical implantation, and immunosuppressive therapy. The other options (S. aureus, S. intermedius, and S. saprophyticus) can also cause infections but are not typically associated with these predisposing factors.

Infections by This Organism Are Predominantly Hospital Acquired, and Some