#312 Infective Endocarditis

Master endocarditis! Don’t feel thwarted by a positive set of blood cultures. We’re joined by Dr. David Serota (@serotavirus) for a comprehensive discussion of the pathophysiology of infective endocarditis, frameworks for work-up and diagnosis, the TTE vs. TEE debate, indications for valve surgery, antibiotic tips,  harm reduction strategies, and more!  Claim free CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | [email protected] | Free CME! Credits Writer and Producer: Adam Barelski MD Show Notes: Beth Garbitelli; Adam Barelski MD Infographic: Adam Barelski MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP, Adam Barelski MD Reviewer: Meredith Trubitt, MD Executive Producer, Cover Art: Beth Garbitelli Showrunner: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Editor: Clair Morgan of nodderly.com Guest: David Serota MD  Sponsor: Imperfect FoodsRight now, Imperfect Foods is offering our listeners 20% off your first 4 orders when you go to https://www.imperfectfoods.com and use promo code CURB. Sponsor: Southern California Permanente Medical GroupWant to make a difference in a community that appreciates your passion and expertise? Then join SCPMG as an Outpatient Internal Medicine Physician. Learn more or apply at scpmgphysiciancareers.com or call (866) 449-1684.Sponsor: P3P3 is a revenue cycle management provider that takes over your workload for claim submissions, and denial management. P3 is offering a 10% discount on all invoices for a limited time period. Visit www.p3care.com/curb and avail your offer today! CME Partner: VCU Health CEThe Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org and search for this episode to claim credit.  Show Segments Intro, disclaimer, guest bio Guest one-liner, Picks of the Week* Case from Kashlak; Definitions What to do with positive blood cultures Initial workup for endocarditis  How to diagnose endocarditis When to get a TTE and a TEE Indications for valve surgery Antibiotic tips Oral vs IV antibiotics Treatment considerations for patients who inject drugs Take-home points Outro