Native Aortic and Mitral Valve Endocarditis Caused by Brucella: A Rare Case Report and Systematic Review
Year: 2026
Type: review
Abstract: Brucella endocarditis (BE) is a rare but life-threatening complication of brucellosis, associated with an extremely high mortality rate. Among BE cases, aortic and mitral valve involvement remains poorly characterized due to complex pathophysiology and diagnostic and management challenges.This article describes a 52-year-old male admitted with persistent, intermittent fever and fatigue. Endocarditis of the native aortic and mitral valves caused by Brucella was confirmed via echocardiography and serological testing, with a mitral valve abscess as an additional complication. After combined antibiotic therapy and surgery, the patient recovered well, was discharged in stable condition, and remained healthy during a 1-year follow-up. The key to improving the prognosis of patients with BE lies in the integration of early diagnosis and timely intervention. This requires the establishment of a standardized clinical pathway that incorporates antibiotic-based infection control and timely surgical management, the initiation of early interventions for high-risk complications, and the implementation of a multidisciplinary team approach to optimize treatment outcomes while preserving organ function.
Source: Cardiology in Review
Authors: Kadeyanmu Abulimiti, Nadire Yiming, Qincun Zou, Alapati Waili, Dongliang Chen, Weimin Zhang
Language: English
Subfield: Small Animals
Field: Veterinary
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7165028580