Infective endocarditis caused by Stenotrophomonas maltophilia: A report of two cases and review of literature
Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is known for nosocomial habitat. Infective endocarditis due to this organism is rare and challenging because of resistance to multiple broad-spectrum antibiotic regimens. Early detection and appropriate antibiotic based on culture sensitivity reports are the key to its m...
Main Authors: | Shaik Subhani, Amar N. Patnaik, Ramachandra Barik, Lalita Nemani |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2016-09-01
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Series: | Indian Heart Journal |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0019483215003363 |
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