Case Reports in Infectious Diseases (Jan 2024)

Broviac Catheter–Related Aortic Valve Infective Endocarditis Complicated With Massive Aortic Regurgitation Requiring Emergency Surgery: A Case Report

  • Małgorzata Wilawer,
  • Waldemar Elikowski,
  • Natalia Fertała,
  • Arkadiusz Włodarski,
  • Patryk Szczęśniewski,
  • Paulina Anna Ratajska,
  • Paweł Bugajski

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/1093820
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 2024

Abstract

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Conclusion: The use of CVC, including Broviac catheter, is associated with an increased risk of infections, including IE. Treatment-resistant severe HF complicating IE requires emergency surgery.