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Non-bacterial thrombotic endocarditis natural history, complications and prognosis
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Non-bacterial thrombotic endocarditis is an asymptomatic condition that can present acutely with recurrent thromboembolism. Prognosis is generally poor, as the disease is associated with advanced cancers, autoimmune diseases and recurrent thromboembolism.
Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis
Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis
Natural History
- Non-bacterial thrombotic endocarditis is an asymptomatic condition that can present acutely with recurrent thromboembolism.
Complications
- Common complications of non-bacteral thrombotic endicarditis include:
- systemic thromboembolism
- cerebral ischemia
- Heart failure
- Death
Prognosis
- Prognosis is generally poor, as the disease is associated with advanced cancers, autoimmune diseases and recurrent thromboembolism.
References
References
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aisha Adigun, B.Sc., M.D.[2]