Cardiac botryomycosis: an autopsy report.

Area of Science:

• Pathology
• Infectious Diseases
• Medical Case Reports

Background:

• Visceral botryomycosis is an uncommon bacterial infection affecting internal organs.
• Documented sites include the lungs, brain, kidneys, liver, and prostate.
• Disseminated forms are exceptionally rare, making case reports crucial for understanding.

Observation:

• This report presents a rare autopsy case of disseminated visceral botryomycosis.
• The case featured bulky, grape-like botryomycotic vegetations within the heart.
• Abscesses were also observed in the lungs and bone marrow.

Findings:

• The autopsy revealed extensive visceral botryomycosis with cardiac involvement.
• The findings include significant botryomycotic vegetations in the heart.
• Associated abscesses were present in the lungs and bone marrow.

Implications:

• This case expands the known spectrum of visceral botryomycosis presentation.
• It underscores the importance of considering botryomycosis in disseminated infections, even with unusual manifestations.
• Further research into the pathogenesis and treatment of disseminated botryomycosis is warranted.