Abstract
We report Aspergillus delacroxii (formerly Aspergillus nidulans var. echinulatus) causing recurrent prosthetic valve endocarditis. The fungus was the sole agent detected during replacement of a mechanical aortic valve conduit due to abscess formation. Despite extensive surgery and anti-fungal treatment, the patient had a cerebral hemorrhage 4 months post-surgery prompting a diagnosis of recurrent prosthetic valve endocarditis and fungemia.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Medical Mycology Case Reports |
Volume | 10 |
Pages (from-to) | 21-23 |
Number of pages | 3 |
ISSN | 2211-7539 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Dec 2015 |
Keywords
- Aspergillus delacroxii
- Aspergillus nidulans var. echinulatus
- Bioprosthesis
- Endocarditis
- Surgical site infection