ONE OF THE SERIOUS PATHOLOGICAL CONDITIONS OF CHILDREN'S CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM IS INFECTIOUS ENDOCARDITIS DISEASE

Abstract

Infectious endocarditis is the inflammation of the endocardium, the inner lining of the heart, as well as the valves that separate each of the four chambers within the heart. It is primarily a disease caused by bacteria and has a wide array of manifestations and sequelae. It is a rare condition that can lead to rapid and significant morbidity and mortality if not efficiently diagnosed and treated. This activity reviews the evaluation and treatment of infectious endocarditis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in managing patients with this condition.