Pacemaker endocarditis due to Haemophilus parainfluenza: case report and literature review

Images Paediatr Cardiol. 2007 Oct;9(4):15-20.

Abstract

We report a case of pacemaker infective endocarditis in a 14 month old girl, caused by Haemophilus parainfluenzae. There are no other cases in children reported in the literature. We discuss the issues surrounding the case and the evidence which influenced our management.

Keywords: Endocarditis; Haemophilus parainfluenzae; Pacemaker; artificial.

Publication types

  • Case Reports