Uncommon Pathogen, Lactobacillus, Causing Infective Endocarditis: Case Report and Review
Lactobacillus is not a common pathogen; however, it can contribute to opportunistic infections such as infective endocarditis (IE). Nonetheless, it has been reported as case reports in correlation with increased probiotic use, dental caries, and intravenous drug abuse.
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Main Authors: | Muhannad Antoun, Yousef Hattab, Fadi-Al Akhrass, Leigh Danielle Hamilton |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2020-01-01
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Series: | Case Reports in Infectious Diseases |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/8833948 |
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