[Streptococcus bovis endocarditis as a sign of colon cancer: case report].
2014
Introduction. Streptococcus bovis is labeled in the literature as a cause of
bacteremia and endocarditis, which are often associated with gastrointestinal
malignancy. Case Outline. In our paper we present a patient with endocarditis
induced by Streptococcus bovis who was also, after completed cardiologic
examination and treatment, diagnosed colon cancer in situ by targeted
endoscopy. Owing to the timely diagnosis, and after successful cardiologic
surgery with implantation of an artificial aortic valve, patient underwent
surgery of the colon, and is now asymptomatic and in good health. Conclusion.
Complete and detailed endoscopic examination of the colon must be done in
patients with endocarditis caused by Streptococcus bovis, even if the patient
is asymptomatic. By following these recommendations, it is possible to detect
precancerosis or cancer at an early stage and save the patient’s life.
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