From flank pain to splenic abscess: a complex case of infective endocarditis with literature review
From flank pain to splenic abscess: a complex case of infective endocarditis with literature review
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England: BioMed Central Ltd
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Infective endocarditis (IE) is a severe condition characterized by inflammation of the heart endocardium and valves, commonly caused by Gram-positive bacteria. Complications such as embolic phenomena and organ abscesses can arise, necessitating timely diagnosis and intervention.
We report the case of a 20-year-old female with a history of cerebr...
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From flank pain to splenic abscess: a complex case of infective endocarditis with literature review
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_doaj_primary_oai_doaj_org_article_56d9c5d8c175412bb464a71904d62d06
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1471-2261
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1471-2261
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10.1186/s12872-024-04207-0
