title: Management of infective endocarditis.
abstract: Infective endocarditis, in which infection or infective vegetations develop on heart valves or other endocardial surfaces, causes considerable morbidity and mortality. Prompt diagnosis and treatment can improve outcome and are therefore essential. Here, we discuss the management of infective endocarditis, concentrating on adult patients.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004697:Endocarditis, Bacterial / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents