Symptoms set in rapidly and this is followed usually by infective clots or emboli getting dislodged from the heart to various regions of the body with disastrous resulting in shock and organ damage.

Endocarditis is an inflammation in the inner lining of the heart’s valves and chambers. It’s most commonly caused by an infection when bacteria or fungi travel to the heart after entering the ...

"Signs of heart disease? On the nails?" Yes, while it may seem unexpected, signs of heart disease can be seen in your nails. The NHS explains how your nails can reveal more than you expect. In this ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Endocarditis is an infection of the heart that can be fatal if left untreated. In this condition, the inner lining of the heart or endocardium becomes infected, usually by bacteria that enter the ...

There are several types of heart conditions that can be life-threatening if not treated on time. This includes endocarditis, a condition that occurs when bacteria or other germs enter the bloodstream ...

Endocarditis is a life-threatening disease that involves inflammation of the endocardium, heart valve, and vascular intima. Endocarditis is caused by pathogenic bacteria - around 90% of the cases are ...