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Which pathogen is known for causing Heart/Endocarditis?

Staphylococcus aureus, including MRSA

Staphylococcus aureus, including MRSA, is known for causing Heart/Endocarditis. Staphylococcus aureus is a common cause of acute infective endocarditis, particularly in individuals with pre-existing heart conditions or prosthetic heart valves. It is a virulent pathogen with the ability to adhere to damaged heart valves and form vegetations, leading to endocarditis. Therefore, it is the correct choice for the pathogen known for causing Heart/Endocarditis.

On the other hand, options B, C, and D are not typically associated with causing Heart/Endocarditis. Haemophilus influenzae is more commonly associated with respiratory infections, Neisseria gonorrhoeae is known for causing sexually transmitted infections, and Streptococcus pyogenes is commonly linked to strep throat and skin infections.

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Haemophilus influenzae

Neisseria gonorrhoeae

Streptococcus pyogenes

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