Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Endocarditis III: Medical Management01:18

Endocarditis III: Medical Management

335
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...
335
Endocarditis I: Introduction01:25

Endocarditis I: Introduction

783
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...
783
Endocarditis IV: Nursing Management01:29

Endocarditis IV: Nursing Management

586
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...
586
Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis01:25

Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis

807
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...
807
Mitral Stenosis III: Medical Management01:26

Mitral Stenosis III: Medical Management

469
Mitral stenosis, a condition marked by the narrowing of the mitral valve, necessitates an integrated approach for effective management. This approach includes preventative measures, medical therapy, and surgical interventions to reduce symptoms and prevent complications.PreventionPrevention of mitral stenosis primarily focuses on reducing the incidence of bacterial infections, particularly streptococcal infections, which can lead to rheumatic fever and subsequent valvular damage. Timely...
469
Myocarditis III: Medical Management01:14

Myocarditis III: Medical Management

324
Myocarditis: Comprehensive Medical ManagementMyocarditis, the heart muscle inflammation, requires a comprehensive medical management strategy that addresses the underlying cause, provides supportive care, manages symptoms, and reduces cardiac workload.Infections and Autoimmune CausesAdminister appropriate antimicrobial therapy when an infectious agent causes myocarditis. For instance, penicillin treats infections caused by Group A Streptococcus. In cases where autoimmune processes are...
324

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Association of Lipid Core Burden Index With Early Progression of Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy in Patients After Heart Transplantation.

Circulation journal : official journal of the Japanese Circulation Society·2026
Same author

Multimodality imaging of the right ventricular outflow tract haemangioma requiring pulmonary valve replacement.

European heart journal. Case reports·2026
Same author

Attenuating effects of inflammatory pathway by prolonged left ventricular unloading after myocardial infarction in male rats.

PloS one·2026
Same author

Diffusion-Weighted Whole-Body Magnetic Resonance Imaging with Background Body Signal Suppression for Differentiating Infectious from Non-Infectious Aortitis.

Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland)·2026
Same author

Intermittent Mechanical Aortic Valve Sticking Due to Pannus Formation Complicated by Coronary Embolism and Cardiac Arrest.

The Canadian journal of cardiology·2026
Same author

Pulmonary Vascular Abnormalities and Spontaneous Pneumothorax in Loeys-Dietz Syndrome.

Pathology international·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 6, 2026

Cox-Maze IV Procedure Concomitant with Valvular Surgery In Situs Inversus Dextrocardia: A Single-Center Experience in China
08:42

Cox-Maze IV Procedure Concomitant with Valvular Surgery In Situs Inversus Dextrocardia: A Single-Center Experience in China

Published on: February 11, 2022

4.5K

[Early Surgery for Active Infective Endocarditis].

Satoru Wakasa1, Yoshiro Matsui

  • 1Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Hokkaido University Graduate School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan.

Kyobu Geka. the Japanese Journal of Thoracic Surgery
|July 23, 2015
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Urgent surgery for infective endocarditis balances heart failure, infection, and embolism risks. Cerebral complications require careful timing, delaying surgery for severe damage like hemorrhage.

More Related Videos

Fully Endoscopic Mitral Valve Repair with Percutaneous Cannulation of Groin Vessels
08:12

Fully Endoscopic Mitral Valve Repair with Percutaneous Cannulation of Groin Vessels

Published on: May 26, 2023

2.8K
Catheter-based Endovascular Angioplasty for Fibrosing Mediastinitis-associated Pulmonary Vein Stenosis
06:59

Catheter-based Endovascular Angioplasty for Fibrosing Mediastinitis-associated Pulmonary Vein Stenosis

Published on: August 26, 2025

730

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 6, 2026

Cox-Maze IV Procedure Concomitant with Valvular Surgery In Situs Inversus Dextrocardia: A Single-Center Experience in China
08:42

Cox-Maze IV Procedure Concomitant with Valvular Surgery In Situs Inversus Dextrocardia: A Single-Center Experience in China

Published on: February 11, 2022

4.5K
Fully Endoscopic Mitral Valve Repair with Percutaneous Cannulation of Groin Vessels
08:12

Fully Endoscopic Mitral Valve Repair with Percutaneous Cannulation of Groin Vessels

Published on: May 26, 2023

2.8K
Catheter-based Endovascular Angioplasty for Fibrosing Mediastinitis-associated Pulmonary Vein Stenosis
06:59

Catheter-based Endovascular Angioplasty for Fibrosing Mediastinitis-associated Pulmonary Vein Stenosis

Published on: August 26, 2025

730

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Infectious Diseases

Context:

  • Active infective endocarditis presents complex surgical challenges.
  • Cerebral complications significantly influence surgical timing.
  • Tissue destruction necessitates advanced reconstructive techniques.

Purpose:

  • To outline surgical indications and timing for infective endocarditis, especially with cerebral complications.
  • To detail principles of surgical management, including tissue reconstruction and infection control.
  • To present strategies for managing extensive tissue destruction.

Summary:

  • Surgical decisions for infective endocarditis prioritize heart failure, infection, and embolism control.
  • Cerebral complications necessitate individualized surgical timing based on damage severity.
  • Early surgery is feasible for minor strokes, while hemorrhage requires a delay.
  • Surgical principles include complete infected tissue removal and reconstruction, often with bovine pericardium or prosthetic valves.
  • Local antibiotic delivery with fibrin glue aids in cases of extensive tissue destruction.

Impact:

  • Informs clinical decision-making for complex infective endocarditis cases.
  • Improves patient outcomes by optimizing surgical timing and techniques.
  • Highlights innovative approaches for challenging tissue reconstruction and infection control.