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COVID-19 concomitant with infective endocarditis: A case report and review of management

Muzakkir Amir1, Irawaty Djaharuddin2, Albert Sudharsono1

  • 1Dr Wahidin Sudirohusodo National General Hospital, Makassar, Indonesia; Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia.

International Journal of Infectious Diseases : IJID : Official Publication of the International Society for Infectious Diseases
|June 24, 2020
PubMed

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This case report details a patient with infective endocarditis and Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). It highlights the challenges in managing this dual infection in cardiovascular disease patients.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cardiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a global pandemic impacting cardiovascular health.
  • Infective endocarditis is a significant concern in patients with rheumatic heart disease, particularly in developing nations.

Observation:

  • A case of concomitant infective endocarditis and COVID-19 is presented.
  • The patient had pre-existing cardiovascular disease, complicating the clinical picture.

Findings:

  • The report outlines the diagnostic process for this dual infection.
  • Management strategies and outcomes for this rare presentation are discussed.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the critical need for vigilance in diagnosing and managing co-infections in high-risk populations.
  • Understanding the interplay between COVID-19 and infective endocarditis is crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Keywords:
Blood culture-negative infective endocarditisCOVID-19SARS-CoV-2

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