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Staphylococcus aureus native mitral valve endocarditis associated with bed bug bites - A case report and review of

Richard Amoateng1, Abraham Attah1, Ibrahim Ahmed2

  • 1Internal Medicine department, Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, USA.

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|June 6, 2022
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This case report details a Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia and endocarditis infection potentially linked to bed bug bites. The findings highlight a novel association between insect bites and severe Staphylococcus aureus infections.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Dermatology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Staphylococcus aureus is a common cause of bacteremia and infective endocarditis.
  • Staphylococcus aureus resides on the skin of a significant portion of the human population.
  • Infective endocarditis caused by S. aureus leads to severe complications and mortality.

Observation:

  • A 48-year-old female presented with S. aureus bacteremia and native mitral valve endocarditis.
  • The patient had multiple skin lesions attributed to recent bed bug bites.
  • No other source of infection was identified besides the skin lesions.

Findings:

  • The patient experienced complications including septic emboli, empyema, and acute kidney injury.
  • Bed bug bites were identified as the suspected source of the S. aureus bacteremia.
  • A review of existing literature revealed no prior cases of endocarditis associated with bed bug bites.

Implications:

  • This case suggests a potential, novel transmission route for Staphylococcus aureus infections.
  • Further research is warranted to investigate the role of bed bugs as vectors for human pathogens.
  • Understanding potential environmental sources of infection is crucial for public health and clinical practice.
Keywords:
BedbugsInfective endocarditisNative mitral valve endocarditisStaphylococcal infections

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