Legionella longbeachae and Endocarditis

Abstract

We report a case of infectious endocarditis attributable to Legionella longbeachae. L. longbeachae is usually associated with lung infections. It is commonly found in composted waste wood products. L. longbeachae should be regarded as an agent of infectious endocarditis, notably in the context of gardening involving handling of potting soils.

Keywords

• endocarditis
• Legionella longbeachae
• potting mixes
• respiratory infections
• bacteria
• France