Role of Imaging in Known or Suspected Infective Endocarditis

Role of Imaging in Known or Suspected Infective Endocarditis Guest: Michael W. Cullen, M.D. (@mwcullen) Host: Paul A. Friedman, M.D. (@drpaulfriedman) The diagnosis and treatment of patients with infective endocarditis can be complex. Successful outcomes require multidisciplinary support for imaging, management and therapy. Joining us today to discuss the use of imaging in the initial evaluation and management of infective endocarditis is Michael W. Cullen, M.D., a cardiologist and expert echocardiographer at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Specific topics discussed: Risk factors, signs and symptoms that raise the suspicion of infective endocarditis Comprehensive physical examinations necessary for diagnosis Hospitalization, blood cultures and antibiotics required for evaluation Imaging types and considerations for use Potential complications and their diagnosis Role of imaging in the management of infective endocarditis Surveillance imaging and follow-up Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV. NEW Cardiovascular Education App:The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.