Vicenty-Rivera Sonia I, Rodriguez Alex P
Research and Development, Veteran Affairs Caribbean Healthcare System, San Juan, PRI.
Cardiology, Bruce W. Carter Veterans Affairs (VA) Miami Healthcare System, Miami, USA.
Cureus. 2025 Aug 22;17(8):e90752. doi: 10.7759/cureus.90752. eCollection 2025 Aug.
Prosthetic valve endocarditis (PVE) represents a significant clinical challenge in cardiology and cardiac surgery. Characterized by infection of a prosthetic heart valve, PVE can lead to severe morbidity and mortality, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of its pathophysiology, epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, treatment strategies, and preventive measures. This case exemplifies the critical aspects of PVE, emphasizing its impact on patient outcomes and the broader implications for healthcare systems.
人工瓣膜心内膜炎（PVE）是心脏病学和心脏外科领域一项重大的临床挑战。PVE以人工心脏瓣膜感染为特征，可导致严重的发病和死亡，因此需要全面了解其病理生理学、流行病学、临床表现、诊断方法、治疗策略和预防措施。本病例例证了PVE的关键方面，强调了其对患者预后的影响以及对医疗系统的更广泛意义。
