1
|
Jabeen K, Bint Ali S, Tufail Z, Mustafa S, Chaudhry M, Tahir MJ, Asghar MS, Ahmed A. Salmonella typhi and endocarditis: a systematic review of case reports. Front Med (Lausanne) 2024; 11:1363899. [PMID: 39005656 PMCID: PMC11239341 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2024.1363899] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2023] [Accepted: 06/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024] Open
Abstract
Introduction Salmonella typhi, a gram-negative bacterium responsible for typhoid fever, can infect the inner lining or valves of the heart and cause endocarditis. This systematic review aimed to report cases of S. typhi-associated endocarditis and its clinical features. Methods This systematic review was reported as per the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) checklist. Only case reports and case series of endocarditis caused by S. typhi, irrespective of age, gender, and demographics, were considered eligible for inclusion. To identify relevant studies, a literature search was conducted using relevant keywords on PubMed, Google Scholar, and the Cochrane Library from inception to 31 December 2023. After selecting the studies, the relevant data were extracted and pooled in terms of frequencies and percentages. A quality assessment was performed using the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Checklist for Case Reports. Results This review included seven case reports, comprising 22.2% female and 77.8% male patients. The mean age of patients was 27.9 + 12.0 years. Regarding past medical history, 33.3% (3/9) of patients had a previous cardiac pathology. Fever remained the most common complaint, occurring in 88.9% of cases. Transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography were used to diagnose all cases, with 33.3% identifying vegetation on the mitral, aortic, and tricuspid valves. Ceftriaxone, with or without gentamycin, remained the choice of antibiotic for 88.9% of cases, and all patients responded to the offered treatment. Conclusion S. typhi-associated endocarditis, though rare, presents unique challenges and requires timely diagnosis. This systematic review of seven cases highlights a predominantly male population affected, with a mean age in the third decade, suggesting a higher invasiveness than other causes. The findings from this study underscore the importance of early recognition and appropriate management, primarily with antibiotic therapy. Further research with larger cohorts is crucial to refine understanding and guide policymaking for this rare but life-threatening condition.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kokab Jabeen
- Department of Pathology, Lahore General Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
| | - Sameen Bint Ali
- Department of Pathology, Punjab Institute of Neurosciences (PINS), Lahore, Pakistan
| | - Zainab Tufail
- Department of Pathology, Lahore General Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
| | - Sana Mustafa
- Department of Pathology, Lahore General Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
| | - Mahnoor Chaudhry
- Department of Pathology, Lahore General Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
| | - Muhammad J. Tahir
- Radiology, Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and Research Center, Lahore, Pakistan
| | | | - Ali Ahmed
- Public Health, Riphah International University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Tong K, Luo H, Dai H, Huang W. Infective Endocarditis Due to High-Level Gentamicin-Resistant Enterococcus faecalis Complicated Multisystemic Complications in an Elderly Patient. Infect Drug Resist 2024; 17:2329-2335. [PMID: 38882654 PMCID: PMC11179648 DOI: 10.2147/idr.s448612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/18/2024] Open
Abstract
The escalating incidence of infective endocarditis (IE) caused by aminoglycoside-resistant Enterococcus is a growing concern for clinicians. This issue is particularly pronounced in elderly patients, who face an elevated risk of renal damage during antibiotic treatment, thereby limiting available pharmacological options. Furthermore, elderly patients often present with multiple comorbidities, leading to heightened mortality rates. In this article, we present a case involving an elderly male patient who sought medical attention on two separate occasions due to inflammation of the lower extremities and lumbosacral pain. Subsequent diagnosis revealed infective endocarditis (IE) caused by high-level gentamicin-resistant Enterococcus faecalis through blood culture and echocardiography. The patient also experienced peripheral and cerebral arterial embolism, secondary spine infection, and subsequent heart failure, highlighting the severity of the clinical situation. Following an initial 10-day course of vancomycin and ceftriaxone therapy, the patient developed renal impairment, necessitating a switch to bactericidal therapy with ampicillin in combination with ceftriaxone. Additionally, aortic valve replacement was performed during this period. Ultimately, the patient achieved clinical remission. This case underscores the critical importance of prompt and accurate diagnosis, appropriate antibiotic selection, and timely surgical intervention in enhancing the prognosis of elderly patients with IE.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kexin Tong
- Department of Geriatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, People's Republic of China
| | - Huating Luo
- Department of Geriatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, People's Republic of China
| | - Haifeng Dai
- Department of Infectious Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, People's Republic of China
| | - Wenxiang Huang
- Department of Geriatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, People's Republic of China
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Pizzino F, Paradossi U, Trimarchi G, Benedetti G, Marchi F, Chiappino S, Conti M, Di Bella G, Murzi M, Di Sibio S, Concistrè G, Bianchi G, Solinas M. Clinical Features and Patient Outcomes in Infective Endocarditis with Surgical Indication: A Single-Centre Experience. J Cardiovasc Dev Dis 2024; 11:138. [PMID: 38786960 PMCID: PMC11121817 DOI: 10.3390/jcdd11050138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2024] [Revised: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Infective endocarditis (IE) is marked by a heightened risk of embolic events (EEs), uncontrolled infection, or heart failure (HF). METHODS Patients with IE and surgical indication were enrolled from October 2015 to December 2018. The primary endpoint consisted of a composite of major adverse events (MAEs) including all-cause death, hospitalizations, and IE relapses. The secondary endpoint was all-cause death. RESULTS A total of 102 patients (66 ± 14 years) were enrolled: 50% with IE on prosthesis, 33% with IE-associated heart failure (IE-aHF), and 38.2% with EEs. IE-aHF and EEs were independently associated with MAEs (HR 1.9, 95% CI 1.1-3.4, p = 0.03 and HR 2.1, 95% CI 1.2-3.6, p = 0.01, respectively) and Kaplan-Meier survival curves confirmed a strong difference in MAE-free survival of patients with EEs and IE-aHF (p < 0.01 for both). IE-aHF (HR 4.3, 95% CI 1.4-13, p < 0.01), CRP at admission (HR 5.6, 95% CI 1.4-22.2, p = 0.01), LVEF (HR 0.9, 95% CI 0.9-1, p < 0.05), abscess (HR 3.5, 95% CI 1.2-10.6, p < 0.05), and prosthetic detachment (HR 4.6, 95% CI 1.5-14.1, p < 0.01) were independently associated with the all-cause death endpoint. CONCLUSIONS IE-aHF and EEs were independently associated with MAEs. IE-aHF was also independently associated with the secondary endpoint.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Fausto Pizzino
- Cardiology Unit, Heart Centre, Fondazione Gabriele Monasterio—Regione Toscana, 54100 Massa, Italy; (F.P.); (U.P.); (G.B.); (F.M.); (S.C.)
| | - Umberto Paradossi
- Cardiology Unit, Heart Centre, Fondazione Gabriele Monasterio—Regione Toscana, 54100 Massa, Italy; (F.P.); (U.P.); (G.B.); (F.M.); (S.C.)
| | - Giancarlo Trimarchi
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, 98100 Messina, Italy; (G.T.); (G.D.B.)
| | - Giovanni Benedetti
- Cardiology Unit, Heart Centre, Fondazione Gabriele Monasterio—Regione Toscana, 54100 Massa, Italy; (F.P.); (U.P.); (G.B.); (F.M.); (S.C.)
| | - Federica Marchi
- Cardiology Unit, Heart Centre, Fondazione Gabriele Monasterio—Regione Toscana, 54100 Massa, Italy; (F.P.); (U.P.); (G.B.); (F.M.); (S.C.)
| | - Sara Chiappino
- Cardiology Unit, Heart Centre, Fondazione Gabriele Monasterio—Regione Toscana, 54100 Massa, Italy; (F.P.); (U.P.); (G.B.); (F.M.); (S.C.)
| | - Mattia Conti
- Department of Surgical Molecular Medical and Critical Area Pathology, University of Pisa, 56124 Pisa, Italy;
| | - Gianluca Di Bella
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, 98100 Messina, Italy; (G.T.); (G.D.B.)
| | - Michele Murzi
- Division of Adult Cardiac Surgery, Fondazione Toscana Gabriele Monasterio, 54100 Massa, Italy; (S.D.S.); (G.C.); (G.B.); (M.S.)
| | - Silvia Di Sibio
- Division of Adult Cardiac Surgery, Fondazione Toscana Gabriele Monasterio, 54100 Massa, Italy; (S.D.S.); (G.C.); (G.B.); (M.S.)
| | - Giovanni Concistrè
- Division of Adult Cardiac Surgery, Fondazione Toscana Gabriele Monasterio, 54100 Massa, Italy; (S.D.S.); (G.C.); (G.B.); (M.S.)
| | - Giacomo Bianchi
- Division of Adult Cardiac Surgery, Fondazione Toscana Gabriele Monasterio, 54100 Massa, Italy; (S.D.S.); (G.C.); (G.B.); (M.S.)
| | - Marco Solinas
- Division of Adult Cardiac Surgery, Fondazione Toscana Gabriele Monasterio, 54100 Massa, Italy; (S.D.S.); (G.C.); (G.B.); (M.S.)
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Nair R, Elsaygh J, Zaher A, Fragner M, Perk G. Native Aortic Valve Endocarditis Secondary to Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia Manipulation During Endoscopic Argon Plasma Coagulation. Cureus 2024; 16:e53930. [PMID: 38465074 PMCID: PMC10924696 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.53930] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
Abstract
Gastric antral vascular ectasia (GAVE) is an uncommon cause of upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeds. Due to the high vascularity of the region, transient bacteremia due to manipulation of the GI tract can very rarely cause the translocation of bacteria. We present a rare case in which endoscopic manipulation to treat GAVE led to native valve infective endocarditis (IE). Our patient had a prior history of GAVE and presented with worsening dizziness and shortness of breath (SOB). After an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) and subsequent argon plasma coagulation (APC) for active preantral bleeding, the patient was noted to have repeated fevers, a new cardiac murmur, and positive blood cultures for Staphylococcus epidermidis, leading to a diagnosis of native infective endocarditis. With high clinical suspicion and early recognition of a new cardiac murmur, a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) was key in identifying vegetation. This case highlights the importance of combining history, a physical exam, and diagnostic lab tests and imaging to identify endocarditis. Management included two months of intravenous (IV) vancomycin and repeat TEE for close monitoring of vegetation improvement.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ranjit Nair
- Internal Medicine, New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, New York City, USA
| | - Jude Elsaygh
- Internal Medicine, New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, New York City, USA
| | - Anas Zaher
- Internal Medicine, New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, New York City, USA
| | - Michael Fragner
- Internal Medicine, New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, New York City, USA
| | - Gila Perk
- Cardiology, New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, New York City, USA
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Damasco PV, Solórzano VEF, Fortes NRQ, Setta DXDB, da Fonseca AG, Perez MCA, Jazbick JC, Gonçalves-Oliveira J, Horta MAP, de Lemos ERS, Fortes CQ. Trends of Infective Endocarditis at Two Teaching Hospitals: A 12-Year Retrospective Cohort Study in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Trop Med Infect Dis 2023; 8:516. [PMID: 38133448 PMCID: PMC10747105 DOI: 10.3390/tropicalmed8120516] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Revised: 12/01/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment, the incidence and mortality of infective endocarditis (IE) have increased in recent decades. Studies on the risk factors for mortality in endocarditis in Latin America are scarce. METHODS This retrospective cohort study included 240 patients diagnosed with IE according to the modified Duke criteria who were admitted to two university hospitals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from January 2009 to June 2021. Poisson regression analysis was performed for trend tests. The multivariate Cox proportional hazards model was used to estimate the hazard ratio (HR) of predictors of in-hospital mortality. FINDINGS The median age was 55 years (IQR: 39-66 years), 57% were male, and 41% had a Charlson comorbidity index (CCI) score > 3. Healthcare-associated infective endocarditis (54%), left-sided native valve IE (77.5%), and staphylococcal IE (26%) predominated. Overall, in-hospital mortality was 45.8%, and mortality was significantly higher in the following patients: aged ≥ 60 years (53%), CCI score ≥ 3 (60%), healthcare-associated infective endocarditis (HAIE) (53%), left-sided IE (51%), and enterococcal IE (67%). Poisson regression analysis showed no trend in in-hospital mortality per year. The adjusted multivariate model determined that age ≥ 60 years was an independent risk factor for in-hospital mortality (HR = 1.9; 95% CI 1.2-3.1; p = 0.008). INTERPRETATION In this 12-year retrospective cohort, there was no evidence of an improvement in survival in patients with IE. Since older age is a risk factor for mortality, consensus is needed for the management of IE in this group of patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Paulo Vieira Damasco
- Escola de Medicina e Cirurgia, Departamento de Doenças Infecciosas e Parasitárias, Universidade do Federal do Estado do Rio de Janeiro—UNIRIO, Rio de Janeiro 20271-062, Brazil
- Hospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (HUPE/UERJ), Rio de Janeiro 20551-030, Brazil; (D.X.d.B.S.); (A.G.d.F.); (M.C.A.P.); (J.C.J.)
| | | | - Natália Rodrigues Querido Fortes
- Hospital Universitário Clementino Fraga Filho, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro—UFRJ, Rio de Janeiro 21941-617, Brazil; (N.R.Q.F.); (C.Q.F.)
| | - Daniel Xavier de Brito Setta
- Hospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (HUPE/UERJ), Rio de Janeiro 20551-030, Brazil; (D.X.d.B.S.); (A.G.d.F.); (M.C.A.P.); (J.C.J.)
| | - Aloysio Guimaraes da Fonseca
- Hospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (HUPE/UERJ), Rio de Janeiro 20551-030, Brazil; (D.X.d.B.S.); (A.G.d.F.); (M.C.A.P.); (J.C.J.)
| | - Mario Castro Alvarez Perez
- Hospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (HUPE/UERJ), Rio de Janeiro 20551-030, Brazil; (D.X.d.B.S.); (A.G.d.F.); (M.C.A.P.); (J.C.J.)
| | - João Carlos Jazbick
- Hospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (HUPE/UERJ), Rio de Janeiro 20551-030, Brazil; (D.X.d.B.S.); (A.G.d.F.); (M.C.A.P.); (J.C.J.)
| | - Jonathan Gonçalves-Oliveira
- Laboratório de Hantaviroses e Rickettsioses, Instituto Oswaldo Cruz (IOC/FIOCRUZ), Rio de Janeiro 21040-900, Brazil; (J.G.-O.); (M.A.P.H.)
| | - Marco Aurélio Pereira Horta
- Laboratório de Hantaviroses e Rickettsioses, Instituto Oswaldo Cruz (IOC/FIOCRUZ), Rio de Janeiro 21040-900, Brazil; (J.G.-O.); (M.A.P.H.)
| | - Elba Regina Sampaio de Lemos
- Laboratório de Hantaviroses e Rickettsioses, Instituto Oswaldo Cruz (IOC/FIOCRUZ), Rio de Janeiro 21040-900, Brazil; (J.G.-O.); (M.A.P.H.)
| | - Claudio Querido Fortes
- Hospital Universitário Clementino Fraga Filho, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro—UFRJ, Rio de Janeiro 21941-617, Brazil; (N.R.Q.F.); (C.Q.F.)
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Kirk F, Vaselli NM. Blood culture-negative infective endocarditis: are we looking hard enough? Infection 2023; 51:1629-1631. [PMID: 37792178 PMCID: PMC10665218 DOI: 10.1007/s15010-023-02097-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 10/05/2023]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Infective endocarditis is a common cardiac condition, with significant mortality. Blood culture-negative endocarditis is an important subgroup of endocarditis that holds significant morbidity and mortality. METHOD We performed an updated review of the literature. We searched the databases of Web of Science, MEDLINE, EMBAS and Scopus for the latest clinical guidelines and literature on blood culture negative endocarditis to provide a narrative synthesis of the literature. RESULTS There is significant heterogeneity in causes and complications of culture-negative infective endocarditis, due to an insensitivity in available clinical diagnostic pathways. Despite significant advances in diagnostic tools, the diagnostic criterion for infective endocarditis (the modified Duke's criterion) remains insensitive to the detection of culture-negative infective endocarditis. CONCLUSION The natural history of BCNE and our diagnostic resources are changing. It is time our criterion did too. Remembering, BCNE holds significant morbidity and mortality-the absence of organism of culture should not reassure, rather concern clinicians. Every effort should be made to accurately identify organisms.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Frazer Kirk
- Gold Coast University Hospital, Southport, QLD, Australia.
- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia.
| | - Natasha Marcella Vaselli
- Gold Coast University Hospital, Southport, QLD, Australia
- Institute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
- NIHR Health Protection Research Unit in Gastrointestinal Infections at the University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Clinical Presentation and Risk Factors of Infective Endocarditis in the Elderly: A Systematic Review. J Pers Med 2023; 13:jpm13020296. [PMID: 36836530 PMCID: PMC9966560 DOI: 10.3390/jpm13020296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2023] [Revised: 01/17/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
Abstract
Infective endocarditis (IE) is a bacterial infection with high morbidity and mortality rates, particularly among the elderly. This systematic review was conducted to determine the clinical characteristics of IE in older adults and the risk factors that could lead to adverse outcomes. The research employed three databases (PubMed, Wiley, and Web of Science), with a primary search for studies that have described cases of IE in patients older than 65 years. From a total of 555 articles, 10 were selected for inclusion in the current study, comprising a total of 2222 patients with a confirmed diagnosis of IE. The primary findings were an increased incidence of staphylococcal and streptococcal infections (33.4% and32.0%, respectively), an increased prevalence of comorbidities, namely, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer, and a significantly greater mortality risk than the younger group. Regarding mortality risks, the pooled odds ratio for cardiac disorders was OR = 3.81, septic shock OR = 8.22, renal complications OR = 3.75, and advancing age OR = 3.54 were most frequently mentioned. Taking into consideration the fact that the majority of the elderly population suffers from significant complications and is unable to undergo surgery due to an increased risk of complications after the procedure, it is imperative that effective treatment methods should be investigated.
Collapse
|
8
|
Ostovar R, Zinab FS, Schröter F, Hartrumpf M, Fritzsche D, Albes JM. Does Age Influence the Preoperative Condition and, Thus, the Outcome in Endocarditis Patients? J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12030822. [PMID: 36769471 PMCID: PMC9918276 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12030822] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2022] [Revised: 01/11/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
Abstract
Background: Demographic changes have led to an increase in the proportion of older patients undergoing heart surgery. The number of endocarditis cases is also steadily increasing. Given the sharp increase in patients who have received valve prostheses or electrophysiological implants, who are on chronic dialysis or taking immunosuppressants, the interdependence of these two developments is quite obvious. We have studied the situation of older patients suffering from endocarditis compared to younger ones. Are they more susceptible, and are there differences in outcomes? Patients and Methods: A total of 162 patients was studied from our database, enrolled from 2020 to 2022. Fifty-four of them were older than 75 years of age (mean age 79.9 ± 3.8 years). The remaining 108 patients had a mean age of 61.6 ± 10.1 years. EuroSCORE II (ES II) was higher in the older patients (19.3 ± 19.7) than in the younger ones (13.2 ± 16.84). The BMI was almost identical. The preoperative NYHA proportions did not differ. A statistical analysis was performed using R. Results: Older patients had a lower left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF), a higher proportion of coronary heart disease (CHD), a higher amount of N-terminal probrain natriuretic peptides (NT-proBNPs), worse coagulation function, worse renal function than younger patients, and were more often valve prosthesis carriers compared to the younger patients. The diagnostic interval was 66.85 ± 49.53 days in the younger cohort, whereas it was only 50.98 ± 30.55 in the elderly (p = 0.081). Significantly fewer septic emboli were observed in the older patients than in the younger patients, but postoperative delirium and critical illness polyneuropathy and critical illness myopathy (CIP/CIM) were observed significantly more frequently compared to younger patients. In-hospital mortality was higher in older patients than in younger patients, but did not reach statistical significance (29.91% vs. 40.38%; p = 0.256). The postoperative clinical status was worse in older patients than in the younger ones (NYHA-stage, p = 0.022). Conclusions: Age did have an impact on the outcome, probably due to causing a higher number of cumulative preoperative risk factors. However, an interesting phenomenon was that older patients had fewer septic emboli than younger patients. It can only be speculated whether this was due to a shorter diagnostic interval or lower mobility, i.e., physical exertion. Older patients suffered more frequently than younger ones from typical age-related postoperative complications, such as delirium and CIP/CIM. In-hospital mortality was high, but not significantly higher compared to the younger patients. Considering the acceptable mortality risks, and in light of the lack of alternatives, older patients should not be denied surgery. However, individual consideration is necessary.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Roya Ostovar
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Heart Center Brandenburg, University Hospital Brandenburg Medical School, Faculty of Health Sciences Brandenburg, 16321 Bernau, Germany
- Correspondence: (R.O.); (J.M.A.)
| | - Farzaneh Seifi Zinab
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Sana-Heart Center Cottbus, 03048 Cottbus, Germany
| | - Filip Schröter
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Heart Center Brandenburg, University Hospital Brandenburg Medical School, Faculty of Health Sciences Brandenburg, 16321 Bernau, Germany
| | - Martin Hartrumpf
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Heart Center Brandenburg, University Hospital Brandenburg Medical School, Faculty of Health Sciences Brandenburg, 16321 Bernau, Germany
| | - Dirk Fritzsche
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Sana-Heart Center Cottbus, 03048 Cottbus, Germany
| | - Johannes Maximilian Albes
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Heart Center Brandenburg, University Hospital Brandenburg Medical School, Faculty of Health Sciences Brandenburg, 16321 Bernau, Germany
- Correspondence: (R.O.); (J.M.A.)
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
A Fatal Case of Native Valve Endocarditis with Multiple Embolic Phenomena and Invasive Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia: A Case Report from the Maldives. Trop Med Infect Dis 2023; 8:tropicalmed8010053. [PMID: 36668960 PMCID: PMC9865154 DOI: 10.3390/tropicalmed8010053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2022] [Revised: 01/04/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
Abstract
Infective endocarditis (IE) is a life-threatening condition caused by infection within the endocardium of the heart and commonly involves the valves. The subsequent cascading inflammation leads to the appearance of a highly friable thrombus that is large enough to become lodged within the heart chambers. As a result, fever, fatigue, heart murmurs, and embolization phenomena may be seen in patients with IE. Embolization results in the seeding of bacteria and obstruction of circulation, causing cell ischemia. Of concern, bacteria with the potential to gain pan-drug resistance, such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), are increasingly being identified as the causative agent of IE in hospitals and among intravenous drug abusers. We retrospectively reviewed de-identified clinical data to summarize the clinical course of a patient with MRSA isolated using an automated blood culture system. At the time of presentation, the patient showed a poor consciousness level, and the calculated Glasgow scale was 10/15. A high-grade fever with circulatory shock indicated an occult infection, and a systolic murmur was observed with peripheral signs of embolization. This case demonstrated the emerging threat of antimicrobial resistance in the community and revealed clinical findings of IE that may be helpful to clinicians for the early recognition of the disease. The management of such cases requires a multi-specialty approach, which is not widely available in small-island developing states such as the Maldives.
Collapse
|
10
|
Budea CM, Pricop M, Bratosin F, Bogdan I, Saenger M, Ciorica O, Braescu L, Domuta EM, Grigoras ML, Citu C, Diaconu MM, Marincu I. Antibacterial and Antifungal Management in Relation to the Clinical Characteristics of Elderly Patients with Infective Endocarditis: A Retrospective Analysis. Antibiotics (Basel) 2022; 11:antibiotics11070956. [PMID: 35884210 PMCID: PMC9312084 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics11070956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2022] [Revised: 07/08/2022] [Accepted: 07/14/2022] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
Abstract
Infective endocarditis (IE) is increasingly prevalent in the elderly, particularly due to the rising frequency of invasive procedures and intracardiac devices placed on these individuals. Several investigations have highlighted the unique clinical and echocardiographic characteristics, the microorganisms implicated, and the prognosis of IE in the elderly. In addition, the old population seems to be fairly diverse, ranging from healthy individuals with no medical history to patients with many ailments and those who are immobile. Furthermore, the therapy of IE in this group has not been well investigated, and worldwide recommendations do not propose tailoring the treatment approach to the patient’s functional state and comorbid conditions. A multicenter research study was designed as a retrospective study of hospitalized patients with infective endocarditis, aiming to examine the characteristics of elderly patients over 65 years old with infective endocarditis in relation to the antibiotic and antifungal treatments administered, as well as to quantify the incidence of treatment resistance, adverse effects, and mortality in comparison to patients younger than 65. Based on a convenience sampling method, we included in the analysis a total of 78 patients younger than 65 and 131 patients older than 65 years. A total of 140 patients had endocarditis on native valves and 69 patients had endocarditis on prosthetic valves. A significantly higher proportion of elderly patients had signs of heart failure on admission, and the mortality rate was significantly higher in the elderly population. A majority of infections had a vascular cause, followed by dental, maxillo-facial, and ENT interventions. The most common complications of IE were systemic sepsis (48.1% of patients older than 65 years vs. 30.8% in the younger group). The most frequent bacterium involved was Staphylococcus aureus, followed by Streptococcus spp. in a total of more than 50% of all patients. The most commonly used antibiotics were cephalosporins in 33.5% of cases, followed by penicillin in 31.2% and glycopeptides in 28.7%, while Fluconazole was the initial option of treatment for fungal endocarditis in 24.9% of cases. Heart failure at admission (OR = 4.07), the development of septic shock (OR = 6.19), treatment nephrotoxicity (OR = 3.14), severe treatment complications (OR = 4.65), and antibiotic resistance (OR = 3.24) were significant independent risk factors for mortality in the elderly patients. Even though therapeutic management was initiated sooner in the older patients, the associated complications and mortality rate remained significantly greater than those in the patients under 65 years old.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Camelia Melania Budea
- Department of Ear-Nose-Throat, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania;
- Methodological and Infectious Diseases Research Center, Department of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.B.); (I.B.); (M.S.); (L.B.); (E.M.D.); (M.L.G.); (I.M.)
| | - Marius Pricop
- Discipline of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgery, Faculty of Dental Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
- Correspondence:
| | - Felix Bratosin
- Methodological and Infectious Diseases Research Center, Department of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.B.); (I.B.); (M.S.); (L.B.); (E.M.D.); (M.L.G.); (I.M.)
| | - Iulia Bogdan
- Methodological and Infectious Diseases Research Center, Department of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.B.); (I.B.); (M.S.); (L.B.); (E.M.D.); (M.L.G.); (I.M.)
| | - Miriam Saenger
- Methodological and Infectious Diseases Research Center, Department of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.B.); (I.B.); (M.S.); (L.B.); (E.M.D.); (M.L.G.); (I.M.)
| | - Ovidiu Ciorica
- Business Administration and Economics Faculty, West University of Timisoara, Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi Street 16, 300115 Timisoara, Romania;
| | - Laurentiu Braescu
- Methodological and Infectious Diseases Research Center, Department of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.B.); (I.B.); (M.S.); (L.B.); (E.M.D.); (M.L.G.); (I.M.)
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases, Str. Gh. Adam nr. 13A, 300310 Timisoara, Romania
| | - Eugenia Maria Domuta
- Methodological and Infectious Diseases Research Center, Department of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.B.); (I.B.); (M.S.); (L.B.); (E.M.D.); (M.L.G.); (I.M.)
- Surgery Department, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, Piata 1 Decembrie 10, 410073 Oradea, Romania
| | - Mirela Loredana Grigoras
- Methodological and Infectious Diseases Research Center, Department of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.B.); (I.B.); (M.S.); (L.B.); (E.M.D.); (M.L.G.); (I.M.)
- Department of Anatomy and Embryology, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
| | - Cosmin Citu
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (C.C.); (M.M.D.)
| | - Mircea Mihai Diaconu
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (C.C.); (M.M.D.)
| | - Iosif Marincu
- Methodological and Infectious Diseases Research Center, Department of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.B.); (I.B.); (M.S.); (L.B.); (E.M.D.); (M.L.G.); (I.M.)
| |
Collapse
|