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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...
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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Microbiology

    Background:

    • Infective endocarditis (IE) epidemiology and microbiology are evolving, with increased prevalence in older adults and those with prosthetic valves or cardiac devices.
    • Healthcare-associated IE, particularly Staphylococcus aureus infections in diabetics and hemodialysis patients, is rising.
    • These demographic and etiological shifts contribute to IE's persistent poor prognosis and high mortality.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the changing landscape of infective endocarditis.
    • To emphasize the need for specialized, collaborative care.
    • To underscore the importance of timely diagnosis and treatment.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of epidemiological and microbiological trends in infective endocarditis.
    • Analysis of clinical manifestations, complications, and outcomes.
    • Synthesis of recommendations from recent European Guidelines.

    Main Results:

    • IE is increasingly seen in older, vulnerable populations, including those with prosthetic valves (PVE) and cardiac devices (CDRIE).
    • Staphylococcus aureus is a growing cause, linked to healthcare-associated infections, especially in diabetics and dialysis patients.
    • Despite advances, IE retains a high mortality rate due to complex presentations and virulent organisms.

    Conclusions:

    • Infective endocarditis requires management in experienced centers by multidisciplinary teams.
    • Early diagnosis, risk stratification, appropriate antibiotics, and timely surgery are vital for improving patient survival.
    • Recent European Guidelines offer consensus-based recommendations for managing this challenging disease.