Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Endocarditis I: Introduction01:25

Endocarditis I: Introduction

833
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...
833
Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis01:25

Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis

861
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...
861
Endocarditis III: Medical Management01:18

Endocarditis III: Medical Management

347
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...
347
Endocarditis IV: Nursing Management01:29

Endocarditis IV: Nursing Management

605
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...
605
Myocarditis I: Introduction01:21

Myocarditis I: Introduction

620
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...
620
Myocarditis II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests01:27

Myocarditis II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests

466
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...
466

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Detectability of a self-illuminating lifeline for self-escape in smoke conditions of an underground mine.

Lighting research & technology (London, England : 2001)·2024
Same author

Assessing anti-estrogenic effects of AHR ligands in primary human and rat endometrial epithelial cells.

Reproductive toxicology (Elmsford, N.Y.)·2020
Same author

Primary endometrial 3D co-cultures: A comparison between human and rat endometrium.

The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology·2019
Same author

GH3 and RC-4BC cell lines are not suitable as in vitro models to study prolactin modulation and AHR responsiveness in rat pituitary.

Molecular and cellular endocrinology·2019
Same author

JUNO, the receptor of sperm IZUMO1, is expressed by the human oocyte and is essential for human fertilisation.

Human reproduction (Oxford, England)·2018
Same author

Nice Restrictiveness Compared To the Market Authorization.

Value in health : the journal of the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research·2016
Same journal

Impactful trials on dyslipidaemias, fractional flow reserve, beta-blockers, and peripheral artery disease.

European heart journal·2026
Same journal

Correction to: The Safe Hearts Plan for Europe and beyond.

European heart journal·2026
Same journal

AHA/ACC/ESC/WHF Expert Consensus Document: Second Universal Definition of Heart Failure (2026).

European heart journal·2026
Same journal

Unrepaired persistent truncus arteriosus in adulthood: a rare survival explained by anatomy and flow.

European heart journal·2026
Same journal

Biomarkers in cancer thrombosis: from association to mechanism and integrated risk.

European heart journal·2026
Same journal

Weight loss, exercise haemodynamics, and health status with incretin therapy for heart failure with preserved ejection fraction and obesity.

European heart journal·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 14, 2026

Isolation and Characterization of Cardiac Mesenchymal Stromal Cells from Endomyocardial Bioptic Samples of Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy Patients
09:16

Isolation and Characterization of Cardiac Mesenchymal Stromal Cells from Endomyocardial Bioptic Samples of Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy Patients

Published on: February 28, 2018

8.1K

Fungal endocarditis

E Rubinstein1, R Lang

  • 1Infectious Diseases Unit, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel.

European Heart Journal
|April 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Fungal endocarditis, a serious infection, affects men more often and is linked to medical advancements. Improving treatment is crucial as survival rates remain low.

More Related Videos

Isolation of Endocardial and Coronary Endothelial Cells from the Ventricular Free Wall of the Rat Heart
08:22

Isolation of Endocardial and Coronary Endothelial Cells from the Ventricular Free Wall of the Rat Heart

Published on: April 15, 2020

19.8K
Catheter-based Endovascular Angioplasty for Fibrosing Mediastinitis-associated Pulmonary Vein Stenosis
06:59

Catheter-based Endovascular Angioplasty for Fibrosing Mediastinitis-associated Pulmonary Vein Stenosis

Published on: August 26, 2025

740

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 14, 2026

Isolation and Characterization of Cardiac Mesenchymal Stromal Cells from Endomyocardial Bioptic Samples of Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy Patients
09:16

Isolation and Characterization of Cardiac Mesenchymal Stromal Cells from Endomyocardial Bioptic Samples of Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy Patients

Published on: February 28, 2018

8.1K
Isolation of Endocardial and Coronary Endothelial Cells from the Ventricular Free Wall of the Rat Heart
08:22

Isolation of Endocardial and Coronary Endothelial Cells from the Ventricular Free Wall of the Rat Heart

Published on: April 15, 2020

19.8K
Catheter-based Endovascular Angioplasty for Fibrosing Mediastinitis-associated Pulmonary Vein Stenosis
06:59

Catheter-based Endovascular Angioplasty for Fibrosing Mediastinitis-associated Pulmonary Vein Stenosis

Published on: August 26, 2025

740

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cardiology
  • Mycology

Background:

  • Fungal endocarditis is an increasing concern linked to medical progress and modern lifestyles.
  • Common causative agents include Aspergillus spp., Candida spp., and Torulopsis glabrata.
  • Risk factors include cardiac surgery, antibiotic therapy, hyperalimentation, and indwelling catheters.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of fungal endocarditis.
  • To highlight the challenges in diagnosing and treating this rare but severe infection.
  • To emphasize the need for improved therapeutic strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on fungal endocarditis.
  • Analysis of common clinical and laboratory findings.
  • Discussion of diagnostic challenges, particularly for Aspergillus species.
  • Evaluation of current treatment outcomes and survival rates.

Main Results:

  • Fungal endocarditis predominantly affects males, with risk factors including invasive medical procedures.
  • Clinical signs include fever, new murmurs, and peripheral emboli; laboratory findings are often non-specific.
  • Blood cultures are frequently negative, especially for Aspergillus spp., necessitating isolation from other sources.
  • Survival rates are poor, often below 50%.

Conclusions:

  • Fungal endocarditis presents diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, requiring a multidisciplinary approach.
  • Early diagnosis and combined surgical-medical treatment offer the best outcomes.
  • Novel therapeutic strategies are essential to improve patient survival and prognosis.