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[Enterococcal infective endocarditis: description of 12 cases].

P Martínez Odriozola¹, J Muñoz Sánchez, P Arriola Martínez

¹Servicios de Medicina Interna, Hospital de Basurto, Bilbao. pedro.martinezodriozola@osakidetza.net

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Area of Science:

Infectious Diseases
Cardiology
Microbiology

Context:

Enterococcal infections represent a significant cause of infective endocarditis.
This study examines a 12-year period of Enterococcus-related endocarditis cases.

Purpose:

To review the clinical, microbiological, therapeutic, and outcome aspects of infective endocarditis caused by Enterococcus.
To identify risk factors and treatment strategies for improved patient outcomes.

Summary:

This retrospective study identified 12 cases of Enterococcus endocarditis (6% of total endocarditis).
Enterococcus faecalis was the most common pathogen (10 cases). Aortic valve involvement was most frequent (9 cases).
Ampicillin plus gentamicin was the primary therapy, while monotherapy was associated with severe complications and mortality.

Impact:

Highlights the challenges in treating Enterococcus endocarditis.
Suggests that combination therapy may be superior to monotherapy.
Informs clinical practice regarding antimicrobial selection and management strategies for this severe infection.