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Enterococcal endocarditis.

C J Wilkowske

    Mayo Clinic Proceedings
    |February 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    Enterococcal endocarditis, a challenging bacterial infection, requires combination antibiotic therapy. Treatment involves penicillin or ampicillin with an aminoglycoside for at least four weeks.

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    Area of Science:

    • Infectious Diseases
    • Bacteriology
    • Cardiology

    Background:

    • Enterococci cause 10-20% of bacterial endocarditis cases.
    • These bacteria are Group D streptococci resistant to penicillin.
    • Distinguishing features include growth in bile or 6.5% NaCl.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the characteristics of enterococcal endocarditis.
    • To describe diagnostic criteria for enterococci.
    • To detail recommended therapeutic strategies.

    Main Methods:

    • Biochemical tests for enterococcal identification (bile, NaCl tolerance).
    • Review of clinical presentation and common entry points (genitourinary tract).
    • Analysis of antibiotic sensitivities and treatment regimens.

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    Main Results:

    • Enterococci are a significant cause of endocarditis.
    • Genitourinary tract is a frequent portal of entry.
    • Combination chemotherapy is essential for treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Enterococcal endocarditis necessitates combination therapy (penicillin/ampicillin + aminoglycoside).
    • Gentamicin may replace streptomycin due to resistance.
    • Minimum treatment duration is four weeks.