Spondylodiscitis - Related Endocarditis

Spondylodiscitis refers to an infection of the musculoskeletal system, whereas endocarditis is an infection of the endocardium or heart valves.Through the hematogenous spread of pathogenic microorganisms, one condition can be concomitant with the other.A 35-year-old male patient was admitted to our hospital with complaints of lumbar pain that was later determined to be caused by spondylodiscitis (SD).The patient's hospital stays also revealed the presence of infective endocarditis (IE), as indicated by the presence of vegetation on the tricuspid valve and the tip of the central venous catheter (CVC).The patient's medical history included deep vein thrombosis (DVT), post-COVID syndrome, hepatitis C, thrombosis of the left femoral artery, and a history of intravenous drug use.The patient was treated with antibiotics, and the central venous catheter was removed, with a PICC line placed instead.Key findings and points from this case include the importance of thorough examination and diagnosis of spondylodiscitis and infective endocarditis, as well as the need for customized treatment plans based on the underlying etiology.The use of appropriate antibiotics and surgical intervention can significantly reduce the mortality rates in such cases.