SHM Converge Scientific Abstract ePoster Gallery-Infective Endocarditis With All Possible Complications, When Medical Management Succeeds.

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This document discusses infective endocarditis in situations where surgery is indicated but cannot be performed because of operative risk or patient preference. In these cases, treatment becomes more challenging because definitive management normally relies on both antibiotics and surgery. When surgery is declined or contraindicated, clinicians must depend on prolonged medical therapy, although clear evidence-based guidance on the ideal duration of antibiotics is limited.<br /><br />The case presentation emphasizes that treatment should be individualized and based on the patient’s overall clinical course, especially the timing of bacteremia clearance and response to therapy. Long-term antibiotic treatment may be needed well beyond standard regimens, and close monitoring is essential to detect or prevent complications.<br /><br />The document also highlights that infective endocarditis can lead to serious complications, including septic embolization to multiple organs. An illustration in the conclusion describes a vegetation on the mitral valve moving through the aortic valve during contraction, contributing to embolic risk. The overall message is that even when surgical management is not possible, successful medical treatment may still be achieved with careful, patient-centered management and prolonged follow-up.

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Naman Suroya

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Author List Juan Vargas, Naman Suroya

Category Clinical Vignettes

Concept Infective Endocarditis

Concept Medical Therapy

Concept Surgical Management

Concept Antibiotic Duration

Concept Bacteremia Clearance

Distinguished Non-Finalist

Presenter Organization Midwestern University

Presenting Author Naman Suroya

Track Adult

Keywords

infective endocarditis

surgery contraindicated

antibiotic therapy

prolonged treatment

bacteremia clearance

medical management

septic embolization

mitral valve vegetation

patient-centered care

follow-up monitoring

Infective Endocarditis

Medical Therapy

Surgical Management

Antibiotic Duration

Bacteremia Clearance