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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Radiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Infective endocarditis (IE) is a severe cardiac infection with a high risk of systemic septic emboli.
  • Complications can affect multiple organs, complicating diagnosis and treatment, often necessitating surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the role of radiologists in identifying secondary features of infective endocarditis.
  • To highlight the utility of various imaging modalities in diagnosing IE complications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of patient cases illustrating diverse IE presentations.
  • Discussion of echocardiography, CT, MRI, and PET imaging findings.
  • Emphasis on identifying secondary manifestations in various organ systems.

Main Results:

  • IE complications can manifest across the brain, lungs, abdomen, vasculature, and musculoskeletal system.
  • Echocardiography, CT, MRI, and PET offer complementary strengths in diagnosing IE and its complications.
  • Radiologists' identification of secondary features is crucial for treatment decisions.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate diagnosis of infective endocarditis relies on recognizing its diverse imaging spectrum.
  • Understanding imaging findings enhances diagnostic accuracy and guides timely treatment.
  • Improved diagnostic strategies through imaging lead to better patient outcomes.