title: Pathogenesis of infective endocarditis.
abstract: The present knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology and pathogenesis of infective endocarditis in both native valve and prosthetic valve endocarditis is described. An attempt has been made to discuss early events in its pathogenesis. This understanding may help in the prevention and management strategies.
authors.affiliation: ECD Unit, Indian Council of Medical Research, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi.
authors.forename: T D
authors.initials: TD
authors.lastname: Chugh
mesh_terms: D001422:Bacterial Adhesion; D003428:Cross Infection / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology; D004696:Endocarditis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology; D004697:Endocarditis, Bacterial / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006350:Heart Valve Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects; D006351:Heart Valves / Q000382:microbiology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012307:Risk Factors