E4 Infective Endocarditis Flashcards
1
Q
definition of IE
A
syndrome resulting in colonization or invasion of the endocardium by various types of microorganisms
2
Q
3 things under classification of IE
A
- valve location
- native valve vs prosthetic valve
- organism
3
Q
2 things that are the highest risk factors for IE
A
- prosthetic valve
- previous endocarditis
4
Q
the most common bacteria in IE
A
S aureus *
5
Q
4 other microorganisms for IE
A
- streptococci (viridans)
- enterococci (faecalis/faecium)
- Fastidious GN coccobacilli (HACEK)
- fungi
6
Q
most common sign/sx of IE
A
fever (95%)
7
Q
single most important lab test for IE
A
blood cultures duh
8
Q
duration of therapy in IE
A
shortest is 2 weeks, but 4-6 weeks or longer is common too
9
Q
im taking a break here i dont like his slides at all
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