Scandinavian journal of infectious diseases 2007
Proteus mirabilis: a rare cause of infectious endocarditis.
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Abstract
Native valve endocarditis resulting from Proteus mirabilis is an exceptionally rare entity. To date, 10 cases have been reported. We present a case of a 58-y-old female with fevers, bacteremia, and embolic phenomenon. Unlike previous cases, early antibiotic treatment precluded valvular repair or death, leading to a favorable outcome.