Neonatal candidial endocarditis--a rare manifestation of systemic candidiasis

Indian J Pathol Microbiol. 1999 Apr;42(2):165-8.

Abstract

Infective candidial endocarditis in four premature neonates is reported. These occurred as a complication of systemic candidiasis. Vegetations were present on the right side of the heart in two cases and both sides in the other two. Diagnosis requires a high degree of clinical suspicion. Mortality rate is high despite appropriate therapy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Candidiasis / diagnosis*
  • Candidiasis / etiology
  • Endocarditis / diagnosis*
  • Endocarditis / etiology
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Infant, Premature
  • Male