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Open Access 01-12-2014 | Commentary
Do We Currently Have Guidelines to Select an Adequate Prosthetic Valve to Surgically Treat Active Infective Endocarditis?
Published in: Cardiology and Therapy | Issue 1-2/2014
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Active infective endocarditis is a devastating disease with high morbidity and mortality, which generally needs surgery and appropriate antimicrobial therapy. Selecting an adequate valve prosthesis is a central issue during surgery. This editorial discusses the recent literature available on this important topic.