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An Unexpected Outcome of Streptococcus sanguinis Endocarditis Associated With Orthodontic Bracing in a Young Healthy
Ali Rahman1, Sura Alqaisi2, Jayant Nath3
1Internal Medicine, Mather Hospital, Northwell Health, Port Jefferson, USA.
Abstract:
We present a case of Streptococcus sanguinis endocarditis in a 26-year-old female following orthodontic bracing. The rarity and debilitating consequences of endocarditis caused by Streptococcus sanguinis are elaborated. The patient exhibited severe regurgitation with the eccentric posteriorly directed flow, leading to significant cardiac strain, further accentuated by systolic flow reversal in the right superior pulmonary vein. Surgical intervention, including mitral valve replacement, was crucial in addressing the underlying infection, restoring valve function, and preventing further complications. However, a second mitral valve replacement was performed due to recurrent bioprosthesis endocarditis. This case underscores the unique challenges of Streptococcus sanguinis endocarditis, emphasizing the need for a multidisciplinary approach and individualized decision-making to optimize patient care.
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