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Thrombus Tango: Hypercoagulable State With a Right Atrial Mass and Superimposed Persistent Bacteremia
Oshin Rai1, Anvit D Reddy1, Natalie Shaykh1
1Internal Medicine, University of Florida College of Medicine - Jacksonville, Jacksonville, USA.
Cureus
|June 25, 2024
Summary
Persistent Bacillus cereus bacteremia, uncommon in hospitals, was linked to a right atrial thrombus harboring a biofilm. Successful thrombus removal with the AngioVac system resolved the infection, allowing patient discharge.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Cardiology
- Medical Device Technology
Background:
- Bacillus cereus is an uncommon cause of hospital-acquired infections, often misidentified as contamination.
- Persistent bacteremia despite appropriate antibiotic therapy presents a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge.
Observation:
- A unique case of persistent Bacillus cereus bacteremia was observed.
- Investigation revealed a right atrial thrombus suspected to harbor a biofilm contributing to sustained bacteremia.
Findings:
- The AngioVac system was utilized for the clearance of the right atrial thrombus.
- Following thrombus removal, blood cultures normalized, indicating resolution of bacteremia.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering uncommon pathogens and biofilm formation in persistent infections.
- The AngioVac system demonstrated efficacy in managing complex cases of infectious thrombus.
- Effective management involved a multidisciplinary approach combining interventional procedures and prolonged antibiotic therapy.
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