Libman-Sacks Endocarditis Involving Tricuspid Valve in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - A Case Report

Abstract

Libman-Sacks endocarditis is non-infectious thrombotic involvement of cardiac valves seen in systemic lupus erythematosus.1,2 Mitral valve followed by aortic valve are involved in systemic lupus erythematosus. However, involvement of tricuspid valve is rare.3 A case of a 36-year-old woman with systemic lupus erythematosus with isolated tricuspid valve endocarditis has been reported here. Within the background of the relevant medical literature, this is a rare event. In systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients, mostly the aortic and mitral valves are affected.4 Echo shows evidence of vegetation in tip and septa of tricuspid valve which is suggestive of Libman-Sacks endocarditis. In our case we have discussed Libman-Sacks endocarditis involving tricuspid valve.