85% of metastatic infections occurred within the first 7 days postdiagnosis.
Incidence of metastatic infections was highest in patients with endocarditis (73.4%).
The lung was the most frequent metastatic site (23.7%), followed by bones and joints (16.8%) and CNS (12.3%).
Interpretation:
The study highlights the critical role of primary infection focus and timing in the risk of metastatic infections in SAB, enabling targeted management strategies that can improve patient outcomes.
Limitations:
Retrospective design may introduce bias, potentially affecting the reliability of the findings.
Single-center study limits generalizability, suggesting the need for multi-center studies.
Conclusion:
Findings provide essential insights for clinicians to prioritize surveillance and interventions for patients at high risk of metastatic infections in SAB, emphasizing the need for tailored management approaches.
