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Differentiating NBTE from Infective Endocarditis
No pathognomonic signs/symptoms or echo features that are specific to NBTE, and
pathognomonic signs ... cultures/serology: Serial ... valve pathology, History ... #comparison #infective ... Marantic #diagnosis #table
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
Take a thorough history ... Skin exam for infection ... Medical history ... disease b) CHF ... Change in clinical
It is important to recognize Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) as more than just simply a
starts with a good history ... Signs of congestion ... with presence of pulmonary ... cardiology #treatment #table ... #heartfailure #chf