Infective Endocarditis with Multiple Mycotic Aneurysms Mimicking Vasculitis: A Case Report
The manifestation of infective endocarditis often resembles vasculitis. Approximately one in five infective endocarditis cases are referred initially to a nephrologist because of abnormal renal function or abnormal urinalysis; therefore, infection should be ruled out before diagnosing vasculitis.
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Main Authors: | Ji Hyeon Park, Hye Ryoun Jang, Jung Eun Lee, Wooseong Huh, Dae Joong Kim, Ha Young Oh, Yoon-Goo Kim |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2012-01-01
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Series: | Canadian Journal of Infectious Diseases and Medical Microbiology |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/365413 |
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