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Exophiala dermatitidis fungal infective endocarditis on prosthetic mitral valve
Jiyoung Seo1, Shaunak Mangeshkar2, Muhammad U Farooq3
1Department of Internal Medicine, Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York, USA jiyoungseo1119@gmail.com.
Abstract:
Fungal infective endocarditis, although rare, carries a high mortality risk. We present a case of successful multidisciplinary management of Exophiala dermatitidis infective endocarditis in an immunocompetent male with a bio-prosthetic mitral valve. This case highlights the clinical presentation and provides valuable treatment insights into this rare fungal entity. Prompt consideration of fungal pathogens in predisposed patients, expedited detection through non-culture-based tests, and a combined surgical and prolonged antifungal approach are pivotal.
Insights
Fungal infective endocarditis caused by Exophiala dermatitidis is rare but deadly. This case shows successful treatment in an immunocompetent patient using a multidisciplinary approach.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
- Cardiology
Background:
- Fungal infective endocarditis (FIE) is a rare condition with high mortality.
- Exophiala dermatitidis is an emerging fungal pathogen causing invasive infections.
