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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Cardiac Surgery
  • Anesthesiology

Background:

  • Infective endocarditis (IE) management is complex, necessitating multidisciplinary collaboration.
  • Approximately 50% of IE patients require cardiac surgery, often in urgent or emergency settings.
  • IE presents unique challenges in cardiac surgery due to its pathophysiology and clinical manifestations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on infective endocarditis relevant to anesthesiologists.
  • To highlight specific perioperative considerations for IE patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
  • To advocate for the anesthesiologist's integral role in the endocarditis team.

Main Methods:

  • This article is a narrative review.
  • It synthesizes existing literature on infective endocarditis and perioperative management.
  • Focuses on aspects critical for clinical anesthesiologists.

Main Results:

  • Infective endocarditis requires specialized perioperative management.
  • Key areas include echocardiography, coagulation, bleeding management, and organ dysfunction treatment.
  • Anesthesiologists need a thorough understanding of IE's unique perioperative characteristics.

Conclusions:

  • Anesthesiologists are vital members of the endocarditis management team.
  • Integrating anesthesiologists structurally enhances perioperative care for IE patients.
  • Multidisciplinary cooperation is essential for optimal outcomes in infective endocarditis management.