A look at endocarditis, the symptoms and signs, diagnosing, prognosis, prophylaxis, treatment, valve surgery, and response to treatment.

A look at endocarditis, explaining what it is, who should take antibiotics for dental and certain other procedures, and cardiac conditions associated with the risk.

The Merck Manual: A look at the symptoms, signs, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.

American Heart Association Scientific Statement.

Ernest G. Brookfield, M.D.(pediatrics) discusses this disease, what it is and what the causes are, complications, symptoms, tests and prevention.

An explanation of what this disease is and who is at risk. Also detailed guidelines for the procedures requiring antibiotic prophylaxis and the dosage and type required.

A description of endocarditis and how we can prevent it.

An article on teeth, gums and periodontal disease and how it can lead to heart disease and endocarditis.

Case study of a 12-13 year old boy, Marty in an emergency room.

James Beckerman M.D. looks at the causes, signs, symptoms, complications, treatment and prevention. Also a visual chart showing risk factors.

A case study of a 31 year old man diagnosed in London, Ontario, Canada.

Image of bacterial infection on mitral valve. Click on the image and get a further explanation.

Looks at this disease and gives the definition, causes, incidents and risk factor. Also covers culture-negative and infective endocarditis.

Details as to what bacterial endocarditis is, how it occurs, who is at risk, what procedures carry the greatest risks, prevention, and shows a wallet card to carry if there is a risk.

Due to streptococci, enterococci, staphylococci, and HACEK microorganisms: by American Heart Association.

Recommendations by the American Heart Association.

Antibiotic treatment of adults with this disease due to streptococci, enterococci, staphylococci, and HACEK microorganisms.

An explanation along with discussion on symptoms, causes and treatments and complications for endocarditis.

Details covered are what endocarditis is, signs and symptoms, risk factors, prevention, diagnosing and treatment, activity, complications and prognosis.

Extensive look at the causes, risks, prevention, symptoms, signs and tests, prognosis, complications. Also a list of symptoms to call your health care provider for after treatment.