Myocardial infarction due to non-bacterial thrombotic endocarditis in a patient with oligodendroglioma: an unusual presentation and diagnostic challenge—a case report

Non-bacterial thrombotic endocarditis should be strongly considered in the differential diagnosis for patients presenting with acute cerebrovascular events or coronary ischaemia, especially in the presence of predisposing factors such as a history of malignancy, systemic inflammation, or embolic phenomena of indeterminate origin. This consideration is critical for the timely identification and management of NBTE, ultimately mitigating the risk of severe complications and optimizing patient outcomes.