Gut Bug's journey to the heart: scientists investigate hidden cause of deadly infection

NCT ID NCT07313865

First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looks at why a common gut bacterium, Enterococcus faecalis, sometimes travels to the heart and causes a serious infection called infective endocarditis. Researchers will study 90 adults with this bloodstream infection to see if changes in gut bacteria allow the germ to escape into the blood. The goal is to find better ways to prevent and treat this hard-to-cure infection.

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Locations

  • CHU de Clermont-Ferrand

    Clermont-Ferrand, France, 63000, France

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