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 I: Introduction01:25

Endocarditis I: Introduction

612
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...
612
Endocarditis III: Medical Management01:18

Endocarditis III: Medical Management

291
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...
291
Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis01:25

Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis

634
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...
634
Endocarditis IV: Nursing Management01:29

Endocarditis IV: Nursing Management

476
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...
476
Mitral Stenosis III: Medical Management01:26

Mitral Stenosis III: Medical Management

365
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...
365
Mitral Stenosis II: Clinical features and Diagnostic Tests01:23

Mitral Stenosis II: Clinical features and Diagnostic Tests

357
Mitral stenosis is a heart condition in which the mitral valve, which allows blood to flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle, becomes narrowed or stenotic. This narrowing hinders blood flow and leads to clinical symptoms requiring specific medical evaluations and management strategies. The following overview outlines the clinical symptoms, assessments, diagnostic findings, prevention methods, and treatments for mitral stenosis.Clinical ManifestationsDyspnea (shortness of breath): This...
357

You might also read

Related Articles

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

Sort by
Same author

Clinical Outcomes of Bail-Out Stenting After Drug-Coated Balloon Angioplasty: The International Multicenter BAILOUT Registry.

Circulation. Cardiovascular interventions·2026
Same author

Non-invasive pressure-volume loops by cardiovascular magnetic resonance and outcome in ST-elevation myocardial infarction.

European heart journal. Imaging methods and practice·2026
Same author

Correction: Duplex ddPCR detection of lytA and piaB in Streptococcus pneumoniae from nasopharyngeal swabs.

Scientific reports·2026
Same author

A nationwide study of invasive Streptococcus agalactiae in the Faroe Islands from 2009 to 2024.

Scientific reports·2026
Same author

Ten-year prognostic impact of cardiac magnetic resonance endpoints in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction.

European heart journal. Cardiovascular Imaging·2026
Same author

Duplex ddPCR detection of lytA and piaB in Streptococcus pneumoniae from nasopharyngeal swabs.

Scientific reports·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 27, 2026

Intravitreal Injection and Quantitation of Infection Parameters in a Mouse Model of Bacterial Endophthalmitis
07:24

Intravitreal Injection and Quantitation of Infection Parameters in a Mouse Model of Bacterial Endophthalmitis

Published on: February 6, 2021

13.2K

[Mitral valve endocarditis diagnosed after panophthalmitis with Enterococcus faecalis].

Kasper Kyhl1, Peter Bomholt Hansen, Elin Holm

  • 1kasperkyhl@gmail.com.

Ugeskrift for Laeger
|June 27, 2017
PubMed
Summary

A patient developed vision loss after cataract surgery, leading to the identification of Enterococcus faecalis. Further tests revealed mitral valve endocarditis, but the causal link remains unclear.

More Related Videos

Experimental Endocarditis Model of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA in Rat
07:46

Experimental Endocarditis Model of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA in Rat

Published on: June 4, 2012

17.8K
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

2.6K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 27, 2026

Intravitreal Injection and Quantitation of Infection Parameters in a Mouse Model of Bacterial Endophthalmitis
07:24

Intravitreal Injection and Quantitation of Infection Parameters in a Mouse Model of Bacterial Endophthalmitis

Published on: February 6, 2021

13.2K
Experimental Endocarditis Model of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA in Rat
07:46

Experimental Endocarditis Model of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA in Rat

Published on: June 4, 2012

17.8K
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

2.6K

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Cardiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Cataract surgery is a common procedure with a low risk of complications.
  • Panophthalmitis is a severe intraocular infection that can lead to vision loss.

Observation:

  • An 86-year-old man experienced sudden vision loss in his left eye three days post-cataract surgery.
  • Topical treatments for panophthalmitis were initiated.
  • Broad-range polymerase chain reaction identified Enterococcus faecalis in the vitreous.
  • Intravenous antibiotic treatment commenced.
  • Echocardiography revealed mitral regurgitation with a small mobile vegetation, prompting investigation for endocarditis.

Findings:

  • Enterococcus faecalis was identified as the causative agent in the patient's panophthalmitis.
  • The patient presented with signs suggestive of mitral valve endocarditis.
  • A potential causal relationship between the ocular infection and cardiac involvement was investigated.

Implications:

  • This case highlights a potential, though unconfirmed, link between post-operative endophthalmitis and infective endocarditis.
  • Prompt diagnosis and treatment of severe ocular infections are crucial.
  • Further investigation may be warranted to understand the mechanisms connecting intraocular infections and systemic conditions like endocarditis.