Infective Endocarditis: A Focus on Oral Microbiota
Infective endocarditis (IE) is an inflammatory disease usually caused by bacteria entering the bloodstream and settling in the heart lining valves or blood vessels. Despite modern antimicrobial and surgical treatments, IE continues to cause substantial morbidity and mortality. Thus, primary preventi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-06-01
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Series: | Microorganisms |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/9/6/1218 |