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A Case of Native Mitral Valve Infective Endocarditis in a Chronic Dialysis Patient: The Importance of Vigilance

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This case involves native mitral valve infective endocarditis in a chronic hemodialysis patient resulting from a catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI). Infective endocarditis in dialysis patients is more common and is associated with higher mortality rates compared to non-dialysis patients. It is also a serious complication of tunneled dialysis catheter infections. The presentation and diagnosis of infective endocarditis in chronic dialysis patients can be challenging and may often be overlooked. This case highlights the importance of maintaining a strong clinical suspicion for infective endocarditis when such patients deteriorate from their baseline status or deviate from the expected response to appropriate treatment.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.69924

Author: Nyan Myint

Institution: Meharry Medical College

Language: English

Topic: Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4402715081