infective endocarditis Flashcards

1
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diagnosis

A

3 positive blood cultures taken from different sites

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2
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ECG changes

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prolonged PR iinterval

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3
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natuive valve s aur

A

1st line: flucloxacillin
2nd line: vancomycin + rifampicin

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4
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prosthetic valve s aur

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1st line: flucloxacillin + rifampicin + gentamicin

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5
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strep viridans IE

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1st line: benzylpenicillin
2nd line: vancomycin + gentamicin

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6
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1st line investigation

A

echocardiogram

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7
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2nd line investigation

A

transthoracic echocardiogram more invasive but can see valve better

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