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[Fungal endocarditis in the neonatal period. Report of a case with large right atrial mass]

M C Farah1, R D Fontes

  • 1Departamento de Pediatria da Faculdade de Ciências Médicas da Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso, Cuiabá, MT.

Jornal De Pediatria
|July 1, 1997
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

Fungal endocarditis is a rare but serious condition in newborns, often linked to intravascular catheter use. Early recognition of symptoms like fever and heart murmurs is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cardiology

Context:

  • Intravascular catheters are common in neonatal intensive care units.
  • Fungal infections can be a complication of invasive procedures.
  • Fungal endocarditis is a rare but life-threatening condition.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the potential for fungal endocarditis in neonates.
  • To emphasize the association between intravascular catheters and fungal endocarditis.
  • To alert pediatricians to this diagnostic possibility.

Summary:

  • A case of fungal endocarditis in a neonate with a history of intravascular catheter use is presented.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed via histopathology after surgical removal of an intra-atrial mass.
  • Literature review from 1980 onwards was conducted.

Impact:

  • Increased awareness among pediatricians regarding fungal endocarditis in neonates.
  • Improved diagnostic considerations for unexplained fevers and intra-atrial masses in this population.
  • Potential for earlier detection and intervention, improving patient outcomes.

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