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Enterococcal endocarditis after extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for nephrolithiasis

O Zimhony1, S Goland, S D Malnick

  • 1Kaplan Hospital, Rehovot, Jerusalem, Israel.

Postgraduate Medical Journal
|January 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Enterococcal endocarditis is a rare complication following extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for ureteral stones. This case highlights the need for prophylaxis in genitourinary procedures to prevent infective endocarditis.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cardiology

Background:

  • Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is a common procedure for ureteral stones.
  • Transient bacteremia can occur during ESWL, posing a risk for infection.
  • Enterococcal endocarditis is a serious but rare complication.

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