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

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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...
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Myocarditis II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests01:27

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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...
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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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  • Veterinary Cardiology
  • Infectious Diseases in Animals
  • Canine Health

Background:

  • Canine infective endocarditis (infective endocarditis) is a serious cardiac condition.
  • Understanding causative agents and outcomes is crucial for effective treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the causative organisms, clinical presentations, and outcomes of infective endocarditis in UK dogs.
  • To compare findings with international data, particularly regarding Bartonella species.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of medical records from three UK veterinary referral hospitals (2009-2019).
  • Inclusion of 77 dogs diagnosed with infective endocarditis based on modified Duke criteria.
  • Data collection included signalment, clinical signs, identified pathogens, affected valves, treatments, and survival.

Main Results:

  • Escherichia coli, Pasteurella spp., Staphylococcus spp., and Corynebacterium spp. were the most common identified organisms.
  • The mitral valve was most frequently affected (62.3%).
  • Lethargy was the most common clinical sign (68.8%), and 68.8% of dogs survived to discharge, with a median survival of 425 days post-discharge.

Conclusions:

  • Canine infective endocarditis in the UK is frequently associated with common bacterial pathogens, and a significant proportion of affected dogs can achieve long-term survival.
  • The absence of Bartonella species detection suggests a potentially lower prevalence in the UK compared to other regions like the USA.
  • Congestive heart failure significantly impacts prognosis, while cardiac troponin levels, antithrombotic use, thromboembolism, and arrhythmias were not significantly associated with outcome.