AI Article Synopsis
- Fungal infective endocarditis is rare but has a high mortality risk, especially in patients with specific health concerns.
- The case study showcases the successful management of a male patient with a bio-prosthetic mitral valve, emphasizing the importance of recognizing fungal infections.
- Key treatment strategies include considering fungal pathogens early, using non-culture-based tests for faster detection, and employing a combination of surgical intervention and long-term antifungal therapy.
Article Abstract
Fungal infective endocarditis, although rare, carries a high mortality risk. We present a case of successful multidisciplinary management of infective endocarditis in an immunocompetent male with a bio-prosthetic mitral valve. This case highlights the clinical presentation and provides valuable treatment insights into this rare fungal entity. Prompt consideration of fungal pathogens in predisposed patients, expedited detection through non-culture-based tests, and a combined surgical and prolonged antifungal approach are pivotal.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10728942 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2023-257224 | DOI Listing |
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