[The association between liver cirrhosis and bacterial endocarditis. Description of a typical case]

A typical case of an association of cirrhosis of the liver and bacterial endocarditis involving only the aortic valve is described. The essential role of echocardiography in diagnosis and the ability of the technique to supply useful information for correct therapy is emphasised. Finally, evidence that, in spite of all negative blood cultures, Escherichia Coli via the urinary ways may be considered the aetiological agent is presented.