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Europe's contribution to the evaluation of the use of systemic antimicrobials in the treatment of periodontitis

Periodontology 2000, EarlyView., 2023
Abstract This narrative review celebrates Europe's contribution to the current knowledge on systemically administered antimicrobials in periodontal treatment. Periodontitis is the most frequent chronic noncommunicable human disease. It is caused by dysbiotic bacterial biofilms and is commonly treated with subgingival instrumentation.
David Herrera, Arie Jan van Winkelhoff, Paula Matesanz, Katalina Lauwens, Wim Teughels   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Dermatologic manifestations of infective endocarditis [PDF]

Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia, 2016
Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment, infective endocarditis still shows considerable morbidity and mortality rates. The dermatological examination in patients with suspected infective endocarditis may prove very useful, as it might reveal ...
Rafael Tomaz Gomes, Larissa Rezende Tiberto, Viviane Nardin Monte Bello, Margarete Aparecida Jacometo Lima, Gisele Alborghetti Nai, Marilda Aparecida Milanez Morgado de Abreu   +5 more
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Hyperbranched poly‐L‐lysine surface‐engineered bioprosthetic heart valves with anti‐calcification, anti‐infection, and durability

BMEMat, EarlyView.
The challenges of bioprosthetic heart valves (BHV) with respect to calcification, infection, and poor durability are tackled by surface engineering of hyperbranched poly‐L‐lysine (HBPL), providing a translational solution to improve long‐term valve performance.
Pai Peng, Dongchao Qiu, Yongyuan Kang, Qiaoxuan Wang, Xuelong Wang, Boyana Parvanova, Miroslav Karabaliev, Changyou Gao   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Periodontitis and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease: A critical appraisal

Periodontology 2000, EarlyView., 2023
Abstract In spite of intensive research efforts driving spectacular advances in terms of prevention and treatments, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain a leading health burden, accounting for 32% of all deaths (World Health Organization. “Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs).” WHO, February 1, 2017, https://www.who.int/news‐room/fact‐sheets/detail ...
Maria Clotilde Carra, Hélène Rangé, Giuseppina Caligiuri, Philippe Bouchard   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Successful Percutaneous Retrieval of an Embolized MitraClip From the Right Subclavian Artery

Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Single leaflet device attachment (SLDA) after mitral transcatheter valve edge‐to‐edge repair (M‐TEER) has been reported in up to 5% of patients. However, complete embolization of the M‐TEER device is exceedingly rare. Device retrievals in all previously reported cases were completed by vascular surgery cut down at the end. In this case, we are
Seyed Hossein Aalaei‐Andabili, Diljon S. Chahal, Shahab Tour Savadkohi   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Mechanical plaque removal in step‐1 of care

Periodontology 2000, EarlyView., 2023
Abstract Maintaining a regular oral hygiene routine is essential for taking care of our mouths, ensuring healthy teeth, and achieving fresh breath. Patient education on oral hygiene is an important component of their overall treatment. Firstly, patients should be informed about the direct connection between bacteria in dental plaque and oral diseases ...
G. A. (Fridus) Van der Weijden, Cor van Loveren   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source

Infective Endocarditis Associated with Mitral Valve Prolapse in a Patient with Klinefelter Syndrome [PDF]

, 2014
We herein report a case of infective endocarditis associated with mitral valve prolapse (MVP) in a 34-year-old man with Klinefelter syndrome. The patient was admitted with a fever and headache that had persisted for three weeks.
Miyashita, Yusuke, Koyama, Jun, Motoki, Hirohiko, Izawa, Atsushi, Tomita, Takeshi, Koyama, Jun, Ebisawa, Souichiro, Amano, Jun, Izawa, Atsushi, Takano, Tamaki, Ikeda, Uichi, Ebisawa, Souichiro, Ikeda, Uichi, Tomita, Takeshi, Motoki, Hirohiko, Amano, Jun, Ueki, Yasushi, Miyashita, Yusuke, Takano, Tamaki, Ueki, Yasushi   +19 more
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Infective Endocarditis: Prevention and Antibiotic Prophylaxis

, 2022
After considerable revision of the previous guidelines on infective endocarditis prophylaxis by the American Heart Association in 2007, the Swiss recommendations were revised and published accordingly in 2008 [...
Knirsch Walter, Hasse Barbara, Boggian Katia, Guery Benoit, Swiss expert group on infective endocarditis prevention, Flückiger Ursula, Agyeman Philipp, Frank Michelle, Zbinden Stephan, Sendi Parham, Jeger Raban, Greutmann Matthias   +11 more
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Interventional therapies for chronic heart failure: An overview of recent developments

ESC Heart Failure, Volume 12, Issue 2, Page 1081-1094, April 2025.
Abstract Heart failure (HF), the final manifestation of most cardiovascular diseases, has become a major global health concern, affecting millions of individuals. Despite basic drug treatments, patients present with high morbidity and mortality rates. However, recent advancements in interventional therapy have shown promising results in improving the ...
Bingchen Guo, Si Shi, Yutong Guo, Jie Xiong, Bo Wang, Zengxiang Dong, Dianyu Gao, Yingfeng Tu   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

A Case Report of Successful Conservative Treatment for Infective Endocarditis Caused by Gemella sanguinis

Case Reports in Infectious Diseases, 2019
Infective endocarditis is defined as an infection of a native or prosthetic heart valve, the endocardial surface of the heart, or an indwelling cardiac device.
Georgia Emmanouilidou, Panagiota Voukelatou, Ioannis Vrettos, Vasileia Aftzi, Konstantinos Dodos, Despoina Koumpouli, George Avgeropoulos, Andreas Kalliakmanis   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source