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    Area of Science:

    • Infectious Diseases
    • Cardiology
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Infective endocarditis (IE) can be caused by various pathogens, including Haemophilus parainfluenzae.
    • Haemophilus parainfluenzae is part of a group of bacteria responsible for approximately 3% of IE cases, typically presenting with a subacute course and large vegetations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report a case of acute Haemophilus parainfluenzae endocarditis.
    • To highlight the potential for rapid progression and severe embolic complications associated with H. parainfluenzae IE.

    Main Methods:

    • A case presentation of a 54-year-old woman with acute H. parainfluenzae endocarditis.
    • Diagnostic tools included magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain and cardiac transesophageal ultrasonography.
    • Treatment involved emergency mitral valve replacement and a 6-week course of ceftriaxone.

    Main Results:

    • The patient presented with fever, severe headache, and neurological symptoms indicative of multiple cerebral emboli with hemorrhagic foci.
    • Cardiac ultrasonography revealed massive vegetations on the mitral valve.
    • Blood cultures confirmed H. parainfluenzae post-valve replacement.

    Conclusions:

    • Haemophilus parainfluenzae endocarditis, while often subacute, can manifest acutely with severe embolic events.
    • Large vegetations are a characteristic finding, necessitating early diagnosis and intervention.
    • Awareness of imaging findings and potential for rapid disease progression is crucial for timely management.