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Endocarditis I: Introduction01:25

Endocarditis I: Introduction

Introduction:Endocarditis is the infection of the endocardium, the inner lining of the heart and its valves. When the heart muscle is involved, the condition is termed myocarditis, while an infection of the outer lining is called pericarditis. Infective endocarditis (IE) primarily affects the endocardium, where pathogens adhere to the valves or lining, forming vegetation that can lead to severe complications. Infective endocarditis occurs when microorganisms, usually bacteria from other body...
Endocarditis III: Medical Management01:18

Endocarditis III: Medical Management

Infective endocarditis management involves a multifaceted approach encompassing infection prevention, lifestyle modifications, pharmacological therapy, and surgical management.Infection Prevention:Hand Hygiene: Thorough handwashing is crucial to prevent the spread of infection. Hand hygiene should be performed regularly, especially before and after using the restroom.Oral Hygiene: Good oral hygiene is essential. It includes brushing teeth immediately after waking up and before bed, flossing...
Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis01:25

Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis

Endocarditis can present various clinical features depending on the causative organism and the patient's underlying health conditions. Initially, the clinical features of infective endocarditis develop gradually, presenting with nonspecific symptoms that can be easily mistaken for other illnesses.General SymptomsEarly symptoms of infective endocarditis are fever, chills, weakness, malaise, fatigue, and weight loss. These symptoms reflect the systemic nature of the infection and the body's...
Endocarditis IV: Nursing Management01:29

Endocarditis IV: Nursing Management

Infective endocarditis (IE) is a chronic infection of the heart's endocardium, primarily affecting the heart valves. A detailed nursing assessment for a patient with IE involves collecting subjective and objective data to ensure an accurate diagnosis and timely intervention.Subjective DataThe nurse gathers information about the patient's symptoms and complaints during the subjective assessment. Patients with infective endocarditis often report non-specific symptoms that can mimic other...
Myocarditis II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests01:27

Myocarditis II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests

Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle. The symptoms vary widely, encompassing asymptomatic presentations to severe, acute manifestations.Clinical PresentationAsymptomatic cases: In some instances, myocarditis may be asymptomatic, with the infection resolving without intervention. These cases often go undetected unless discovered incidentally through diagnostic imaging or tests conducted for other reasons.General Early Symptoms: Early symptoms of myocarditis are non-specific and can...
Myocarditis I: Introduction01:21

Myocarditis I: Introduction

Myocarditis is inflammation of the myocardium, which is the muscular layer of the heart.EtiologyMyocarditis has a diverse etiology, including a wide range of infectious and non-infectious causes:Infectious CausesViral: Common viruses include Coxsackie A and B, adenovirus, parvovirus B19, enteroviruses, and influenza A.Bacterial: Examples include infections caused by Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and Mycoplasma species.Rickettsial: Infections like Rocky Mountain spotted fever can result in...

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Isolation and Characterization of Cardiac Mesenchymal Stromal Cells from Endomyocardial Bioptic Samples of Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy Patients
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Fungal endocarditis.

George M Varghese1, Jack D Sobel

  • 1Division of Infectious Diseases, Professor of Medicine, Harper University Hospital, 3990 John R, Detroit, MI 48201, USA.

Current Infectious Disease Reports
|September 4, 2008
PubMed
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Fungal endocarditis (FE) is a growing concern, often missed due to subtle symptoms and negative blood cultures. Early clinical suspicion and newer antifungals improve outcomes for this serious heart infection.

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Isolation and Characterization of Cardiac Mesenchymal Stromal Cells from Endomyocardial Bioptic Samples of Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy Patients
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Published on: February 28, 2018

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cardiology
  • Mycology

Background:

  • Fungal endocarditis (FE) is an emerging and severe condition, associated with increased use of broad-spectrum antibiotics and invasive medical procedures.
  • FE presents diagnostic challenges due to atypical symptoms and frequent negative blood cultures, complicating adherence to standard diagnostic criteria like the Duke Criteria.
  • Echocardiography may reveal vegetations, but definitive diagnosis of FE remains difficult.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the increasing prevalence and diagnostic difficulties associated with fungal endocarditis.
  • To emphasize the critical role of early clinical recognition and high index of suspicion in managing FE.
  • To review current and emerging treatment options for fungal endocarditis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on fungal endocarditis epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
  • Analysis of diagnostic challenges, including limitations of blood cultures and Duke Criteria in FE.
  • Evaluation of the role of echocardiography and potential new diagnostic modalities.

Main Results:

  • Fungal endocarditis is increasingly reported in patients undergoing invasive procedures or broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy.
  • Diagnosis is often delayed due to non-specific symptoms and negative blood cultures, despite echocardiographic evidence of vegetations.
  • Newer antifungal agents offer improved safety and efficacy compared to older treatments.

Conclusions:

  • Early detection of fungal endocarditis hinges on clinician awareness and suspicion, particularly in at-risk populations.
  • While newer diagnostic tools are under investigation, clinical judgment remains paramount for timely diagnosis.
  • Advances in antifungal therapy, including second-generation triazoles and echinocandins, provide more optimistic treatment outcomes for FE.