First French case of native aortic valve infective endocarditis due to Staphylococcus pasteuri.

Diagn Microbiol Infect DisAug 2, 2026 (epub)
Case ReportInfectious DiseasesCardiology

Guillaume Pocheron, Claire Duployez, François Beze et al.

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Case in brief

A 70-year-old male presented with infective endocarditis caused by Staphylococcus pasteuri, identified through blood cultures and MALDI-TOF-MS. This case highlights the potential pathogenic role of S. pasteuri, which is often considered a contaminant. The patient was treated successfully, demonstrating the importance of accurate identification in managing such infections.

Diagnostic / clinical pearl

Clinicians should be aware that Staphylococcus pasteuri, typically viewed as a contaminant, can cause significant infections like endocarditis.

Source

PubMed · PMID 42551116

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