Using MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry as a rapid and accurate diagnostic tool in infective endocarditis: a case report of a patient with mitral valve infective endocarditis caused by Abiotrophia defectiva

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  • Jon Gitz Holler
  • Line Pedersen
  • Henrik Calum
  • Jesper Boye Nielsen
  • Michael Tvede
  • Schønning, Kristian
  • Jenny Dahl Knudsen
A case of infective endocarditis caused by Abiotrophia defectiva is presented. The use of MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry as a rapid and accurate diagnostic tool in infective endocarditis is discussed.
Original languageEnglish
JournalScandinavian Journal of Infectious Diseases
Volume43
Issue number3
Pages (from-to)234-7
Number of pages4
ISSN0036-5548
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Mar 2011

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