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Abstract

[Extract] Endocarditis is an inflammatory condition affecting the endocardium. Its characteristic feature is a 'vegetation' that starts as a platelet thrombus on one or more of the internal structures, usually a valve. In most cases it is caused by bacterial infection and accompanied by bacteraemia. Possible complications include valve destruction, perivalvular abscess and/or embolic phenomena. Untreated, the mortality approaches 100%.

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Item Type:	Book Chapter (Teaching Material)
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Date Deposited:	30 Jan 2017 02:48
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