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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cardiology
  • Medical Case Reports

Background:

  • Staphylococcus caprae is an uncommon pathogen causing infective endocarditis.
  • This report details a native mitral valve endocarditis case without cardiac implantable electronic devices.

Observation:

  • A 76-year-old male presented with confusion and pyrexia.
  • Blood cultures confirmed Staphylococcus caprae; echocardiography revealed a mitral valve vegetation.
  • Brain MRI indicated a thromboembolic event.

Findings:

  • The patient was treated with antibiotics alone due to surgical risks.
  • Repeat echocardiography showed vegetation reduction after 3 months.
  • Management was complex due to the rarity of the infection and patient comorbidities.

Implications:

  • This case suggests that antibiotic therapy alone can be effective for Staphylococcus caprae endocarditis.
  • Careful consideration of surgical risks is crucial in elderly patients with complex medical histories.
  • Further research into optimal management strategies for rare infective endocarditis is warranted.