| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2877035 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2012 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Surgical treatment of IE was associated with 90% hospital survival. Outcomes within the 30 days were better for native valve than for prosthetic valve endocarditis. Long-term outcomes were similar. Finally, S aureus was associated with significantly higher mortality compared with other pathogens.
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Authors
Mahesh B. MD, MPH, Nabin K. MD, Bruce W. MD, Edward R. MD, MS, Eugene MD, Steven M. MD, Gosta MD, Thomas G. MD,