Pediatric Infective Endocarditis: A Clinical Update

Pediatr Clin North Am. 2020 Oct;67(5):875-888. doi: 10.1016/j.pcl.2020.06.011.

Abstract

This article presents updates and an overview of pediatric infective endocarditis. It includes a discussion of presentation of illness, diagnosis of this disorder, differential diagnosis, treatment recommendation, and associated morbidity and mortality.

Keywords: Antibiotic; Echocardiography; Endocarditis; Infection; Pediatric; Valve.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Child
  • Disease Management*
  • Echocardiography / methods*
  • Endocarditis / diagnosis*
  • Endocarditis / drug therapy
  • Humans
  • Prognosis

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents