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Infective Endocarditis: Definition & Epidemiology
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- Infection of the endocardium, usually with bacteria (staphylococci, streptococci, enterococcus, HACEK group0 or fungi. - Forms: Acute, Subacute, Persistent - can occur at any age, but risk increases with age (peak: 70-80yrs) - Male:Female ratio 2:1
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