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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Corynebacterium pseudodiphtheriticum is a common commensal bacterium found in the nasopharynx and on the skin.
    • Infective endocarditis (IE) is typically associated with more virulent bacteria.
    • Cases of IE caused by Corynebacterium species are uncommon, particularly in otherwise healthy individuals.

    Observation:

    • This case report details an 8-year-old patient with a bicuspid aortic valve.
    • The patient developed infective endocarditis caused by Corynebacterium pseudodiphtheriticum.
    • The infection resulted in a severe neurological embolism.

    Findings:

    • Corynebacterium pseudodiphtheriticum can cause severe infective endocarditis.
    • Infective endocarditis in young patients, even with commensal organisms, can have devastating consequences.
    • The presence of a bicuspid aortic valve may represent a risk factor for developing endocarditis from less common pathogens.

    Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of considering less common pathogens in the differential diagnosis of infective endocarditis, especially in patients with cardiac abnormalities.
    • Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent severe complications like neurological embolism.
    • Further research may be warranted to understand the specific risk factors and optimal management strategies for Corynebacterium-associated endocarditis.