An atypical presentation of infective endocarditis

Infective endocarditis is a well-known clinical entity. However, despite improved diagnostic techniques and advances in treatment options, left-sided native valve infective endocarditis remains a serious disease with high morbidity and mortality, especially in cases caused by Staphylococcus aureus....

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Main Authors: Alexandra Sousa, Ana Lebreiro, Carla Sousa, Ana Sofia Correia, Pedro Almeida, Filipe Macedo, Maria Júlia Maciel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2012-12-01
Series:Revista Portuguesa de Cardiologia (English Edition)
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2174204912002139