Abstract
Two cases of embolic infective endocarditis on bicuspid aortic valve are described. The trans-thoracic and trans-esophageal echocardiographic aspect could leave easily suppose the possibility of embolism. The prophylactic surgical treatment, during the active phase, also if the indication is debated, could have probably avoided the serious consequences of embolism.
Publication types
-
Case Reports
-
English Abstract
-
Review
MeSH terms
-
Adult
-
Anti-Bacterial Agents
-
Combined Modality Therapy
-
Drug Therapy, Combination / therapeutic use
-
Embolism / diagnosis
-
Embolism / etiology
-
Embolism / prevention & control*
-
Embolism / surgery
-
Endocarditis, Bacterial / complications*
-
Endocarditis, Bacterial / diagnosis
-
Endocarditis, Bacterial / drug therapy
-
Endocarditis, Bacterial / surgery
-
Humans
-
Male
-
Risk Factors