Foveal Micro-embolism in Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis and the Emerging Role of Neutrophil Extracellular Traps: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

Key Points

• This research aims to highlight a unique embolic mechanism tied to neutrophil extracellular traps in endocarditis.
• Case report detailing the patient with foveal micro-embolism.
• Review of existing literature on related embolic phenomena.
• Analysis of neutrophil extracellular traps' role in the condition.
• Identification of a distinct embolic mechanism in the patient.
• Enhanced understanding of embolic phenomena associated with endocarditis.
• Potential implications for recognizing new pathways in infectious diseases.