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Splenic abscess complicating infective endocarditis: three case reports.

J Ebels1, F Van Elst, M Vanderveken

  • 1Department of General Surgery, ZNA Middelheim, Antwerp, Belgium. jebels@hotmail.com

Acta Chirurgica Belgica
|February 16, 2008
PubMed
Summary
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Splenic abscess is a rare complication of bacterial endocarditis. Early diagnosis with imaging and prompt splenectomy are crucial for patient survival.

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Area of Science:

  • Internal Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Bacterial endocarditis can lead to serious systemic complications.
  • Splenic abscess is a rare but life-threatening manifestation of infective endocarditis.

Observation:

  • Three cases of splenic abscess initially diagnosed as bacterial endocarditis are presented.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed using computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
  • All patients underwent laparotomy and splenectomy for treatment.

Findings:

  • Two patients achieved full recovery post-splenectomy.
  • One patient died due to splenic rupture and massive hemorrhage prior to surgery.
  • Splenic abscess requires rapid diagnosis and intervention to prevent mortality.

Implications:

  • CT or MRI are essential for diagnosing splenic abscess in suspected endocarditis cases.
  • Prompt splenectomy, antibiotics, and potential valve replacement are the recommended treatment.
  • Preemptive splenectomy before valve surgery can prevent prosthesis re-infection.