Abstract:Simultaneous or sequential combination of prosthetic valve (PV) thrombosis and infectious endocarditis is a rare clinical finding. The management of these patients involves a complex multidisciplinary strategy using clinical judgment and imaging techniques. Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) and especially 3D transesophageal echocardiography is essential. Moreover, positron emission tomography with fluorodeoxyglucose (F18-FDG PET/CT) can be a valuable tool to diagnose and manage these complicated clinical … Show more
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