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Subacute bacterial endocarditis due to Streptococcus mutans

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    Subacute bacterial endocarditis caused by Streptococcus mutans was successfully treated with penicillin. Accurate identification of Streptococcus mutans is crucial to differentiate it from penicillin-resistant enterococci.

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    Area of Science:

    • Infectious Diseases
    • Microbiology
    • Cardiology

    Background:

    • Subacute bacterial endocarditis is a serious infection of the heart valves.
    • Streptococcus mutans, a viridans group streptococcus, can cause endocarditis.
    • Distinguishing Streptococcus mutans from enterococci is clinically important due to differing antibiotic sensitivities.