A case report of Nocardia spp. infective endocarditis in an injection drug user.
Chukwunyelu H EnwezorCourtney L Russ-FriedmanZachary P GrussAdam MurphyElizabeth L PalavecinoNiyati JakhariaPublished in: BMC infectious diseases (2021)
This case demonstrates unique challenges in the identification, diagnosis, and management of Nocardia-related infective endocarditis. A detailed history of injection practices should guide clinicians in assessing the risk for environmental pathogens. Valvular surgery and combination antibiotic therapy should be recommended for all eligible patients to improve the chances of survival.
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