Bartonella henselae Endocarditis


Blood cultures were performed but were negative. White blood cell count of 13 K with 70% segs.


Laboratory workup revealed elevation in Bartonella IgG titers of >1600. PCR of the valve tissue confirming the diagnosis of Bartonella henselae endocarditis.


The patient was referred for aortic valve replacement and received a bileaflet mechanical valve without complication. His fever, myalgias, and arthralgias were resolved.


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