Anyone who was born with a defective heart valve, those with artificial (prosthetic) valves, or those who have had a valve scarred by rheumatic fever, should use prescribed antibiotics by mouth before and after a dental procedure.
A damaged heart valve can lead to complications such as heart failure, arrhythmias, and increased risk of infective endocarditis. Over time, it can also cause enlargement of the heart chambers and reduced overall heart function.
The medical term for inflammation of the valve on the left side of the heart is "mitral valve endocarditis." This condition can lead to damage of the valve and affect the heart's ability to function properly. Treatment often involves antibiotics and, in severe cases, surgery to repair or replace the valve.
Endocarditis is serious because it can lead to complications such as heart valve damage, heart failure, stroke, or sepsis, and can be life-threatening if not promptly treated. The infection affects the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves, which can interfere with blood flow and potentially cause serious cardiac issues. Treatment often requires intravenous antibiotics or surgery to repair damaged heart valves.
The trade name for povidone iodine is Betadine.
Infective bacteria outside the body can be killed by disinfectants such as bleach, rubbing alcohol, and hydrogen peroxide. Heat, UV light, and certain antimicrobial agents can also be effective in killing bacteria.
Ernest N. Arnett has written: 'Active infective endocarditis' -- subject(s): Infective endocarditis, Pathology
A diagnosis of infective endocarditis can be obtained through patient history, EKG, ultrasound, or cardiac catheterization.
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Infective endocarditis is an infection and inflammation of the inner layer, or membrane, of heart tissue (endocardium). Most people with a healthy, normal heart are not at significant risk
Most cases of infective endocarditis occur in people between the ages of 15 and 60, with a median age at onset of about 50 years
If the disease further damages heart valves, symptoms may occur for years after initial treatment. Sometimes, endocarditis can result in heart or renal failure. If untreated, it can be fatal.
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If not discovered and treated, infective endocarditis can permanently damage the heart muscle, especially the valves
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Men are affected about twice as often as women are
Physicians will use the appropriate antibiotic or some combination of antibiotics to treat infective endocarditis, depending on the type of bacterium that caused the disease.