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  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cardiology
  • Microbiology

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  • Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) are increasingly recognized as pathogens in infective endocarditis.
  • While prosthetic valve endocarditis by CoNS is well-documented, native valve endocarditis (NVE) cases are emerging.
  • Staphylococcus capitis, a species of CoNS, warrants specific attention due to its potential to cause NVE.

Observation:

  • A case of a 35-year-old male with S. capitis NVE of the aortic valve was successfully treated with conservative antimicrobial therapy.
  • The patient, with multiple comorbidities and a history of long-term care facility residence, experienced full recovery without recurrence.
  • A literature review identified 13 reported cases of S. capitis endocarditis, predominantly affecting native valves.

Findings:

  • Native valve endocarditis caused by S. capitis can be managed conservatively with antimicrobial treatment alone.
  • Prosthetic valve endocarditis or pacemaker infections by S. capitis may necessitate early surgical intervention.
  • S. capitis is capable of causing significant native valve damage, highlighting the importance of timely diagnosis and treatment.

Implications:

  • Conservative antimicrobial management is a viable and effective strategy for S. capitis native valve endocarditis.
  • Early recognition of S. capitis as a cause of NVE can guide appropriate treatment decisions.
  • Further research into the epidemiology and optimal management of CoNS-induced NVE is warranted.