Gram-negative endocarditis caused by Campylobacter fetus.
Campylobacter fetus is a rare cause of endocarditis that is difficult to diagnose because of the fastidiousness of the organism. The source of infection is unknown and it may involve a normal or previously damaged aortic valve. The onset is insidious, and if there is a prior history of recent onset of fever, thrombophlebitis, and diarrhea, infection caused by this organism should be considered. Echocardiography may be useful. The organism is sensitive to a variety of antibiotics, including the combination of penicillin and streptomycin. The prognosis and survival are good.
D000328:Adult; D002169:Campylobacter Infections / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy; D002168:Campylobacter fetus; D004452:Echocardiography; D004697:Endocarditis, Bacterial / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010406:Penicillins / Q000627:therapeutic use; D011379:Prognosis; D013307:Streptomycin / Q000627:therapeutic use
D010406:Penicillins; D013307:Streptomycin