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Infective endocarditis (IE) is increasing, particularly with prosthetic devices. This review covers IE epidemiology, diagnosis using updated criteria and novel imaging, and management strategies including antibiotics and surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Medical Microbiology

Background:

  • Rising incidence of infective endocarditis (IE) linked to prosthetic valves and intracardiac devices.
  • Need for updated understanding of IE epidemiology, microbiology, and clinical presentation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current epidemiologic trends, microbiology, and clinical manifestations of infective endocarditis.
  • To summarize diagnostic criteria, including novel imaging and molecular techniques.
  • To discuss optimal management strategies for IE.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of epidemiologic trends, microbiology, and clinical manifestations of IE.
  • Summary of the 2023 Duke-International Society for Cardiovascular Infectious Disease criteria.
  • Overview of diagnostic tools including polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and PET/CT scans.
  • Discussion of antibiotic regimens, surgical indications, and emerging treatment data.

Main Results:

  • IE incidence is increasing, associated with medical devices.
  • Updated diagnostic criteria and advanced imaging (e.g., PET/CT) improve IE detection.
  • Comprehensive management involves guideline-directed antibiotics and timely surgical intervention.

Conclusions:

  • Effective IE management requires integrating updated diagnostic criteria and considering novel techniques.
  • Optimal treatment necessitates a multidisciplinary approach, balancing antibiotic therapy and surgical decision-making.
  • Emerging antibiotic options show promise for IE treatment.