Staphylococcal endocarditis and multiple emboli in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We describe a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus who developed Staphylococcus aureus endocarditis following dental work. Multiple brain and cutaneous septic emboli developed despite aggressive antibiotic therapy.
Medical subject headings
- Embolism
- Endocarditis, Bacterial
- Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic
- Staphylococcal Infections