Al Dente: When physicians and dentists talk May 23, 2008
Patients with a history of artificial heart valves, infective endocarditis, and some congenital heart conditions require antibiotic coverage. Artificial joints (not pins, plates or screws), and some disease that affects the joints require antibiotic prophylaxis as well. (Malden Observer, MA)
ASGE issues updated guidelines on antibiotic prophylaxis for gastrointestinal endoscopy May 14, 2008
Guidelines no longer recommend antibiotic prophylaxis before endoscopic procedures solely to prevent infective endocarditis ... May 13, 2008 The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) has issued updated guidelines on antibiotic prophylaxis for gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy based on the American Heart Associations (AHA) recently revised guidelines for prophylaxis of infective endocarditis (IE) ... e., infective endocarditis, an infection of the lining of the heart cavities... (EurekAlert!)
The classical bookshelf (I): Mahler and Schumann May 11, 2008
He did suffer tragedy and sickness, but in the main, he was very active, busy and successful in New York (and his wife Alma adored the city), and the endocarditis that killed him in 1911 did not manifest itself until February, three months before his death at age 50. Until the gravity of his pre-penicillin illness became clear, de La Grange says, Mahler had no reason to think he did not have many years ahead of him. (The Palm Beach Post)
Turning On Cell-cell Communication Wipes Out Staph Biofilms May 2, 2008
"Current treatment for endocarditis -- a potentially life threatening infection where a staph biofilm forms on heart valves -- involves weeks of intravenous antibiotics, and sometimes requires surgery," Boles explained. "One thing we'd like to test is whether we can treat biofilms in models of diseases like endocarditis by turning on quorum sensing.". (Science Daily)
Targanta Announces Highlights of Oritavancin Data to Be Presented at the 18th ECCMID Apr 19, 2008
Poster 597 details oritavancin s activity against biofilms of Staphylococcus epidermidis , as well as biofilms of VSE and VRE, which are prominent in infections of indwelling devices and infective endocarditis and thought to be a major cause of relapse. About Oritavancin. (BusinessWire)
Methicillin-Resistant Staph Aureus Apr 5, 2008
Whether it is MRSA or methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA), the bacterium can cause many types of infections, including but not limited to cellulitis, pneumonia, wound infections, endocarditis, and sepsis. Even with resistance to several antibiotics, there are still other antibiotic regimens to use for treatment, including the antibiotic vancomycin. (Suite101.com)
Taylor Fresh Foods Issues Voluntary Recall on Cut Fruit Product with Honduran Cantaloupes Due to Potential Health Risk Apr 4, 2008
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. We are unaware to date of any illnesses that may be associated with any products containing cantaloupe, sold by Taylor Fresh Foods, or its distributors. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Fresh Express Foods Corporation, Inc. Recalls Cube Cut Cantaloupe Due to Possible Health Risk Apr 3, 2008
e. infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. The recalled cut cubed cantaloupe was distributed to 2 local restaurants, 1 hospital and 1 retirement center in Medford and 1 restaurant in Klamath Fall Oregon. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Bounty Fresh, LLC. Recalls Cantaloupe Because of Possible Health Risk Mar 29, 2008
e. infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. The recalled product was distributed nationwide to wholesalers and grocery stores. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
TM Kovacevich Recalls Cantaloupe Mar 28, 2008
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. The recalled product was distributed to wholesalers and processors in Georgia, Florida, Massachusetts and New Jersey, and may have reached consumers through grocery stores, restaurants, or other similar channels. (eMaxHealth.com)
Tropifresh, Inc. Recalls Whole Cantaloupe Products Because of Possible Health Risk Mar 27, 2008
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. Whole cantaloupe fruits subject to this recall carry a Mike s Melons sticker or may be unlabeled because this sticker has fallen off. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Charlie's Produce Spokane Recalls Cut Cantaloupe Products Because of Possible Health Risk Mar 25, 2008
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. The products recalled by Charlie's Produce Spokane include the following fruit items containing cut cantaloupe. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Nutri-Foods Recalls "Organic Sesame Seeds Natural - Unhulled" Because of Possible Health Risk Feb 16, 2008
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. The recalled "Organic Sesame Seeds Natural - Unhulled" were sold at Nutri-Foods. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
New Guidelines: Antibiotic Prophylaxis Feb 15, 2008
Feb. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Until recently, it was recommended that many patients with cardiac conditions receive short-term antibiotics prior to receiving dental treatment to prevent the risk of infective endocarditis (IE). The American Heart Association (AHA) has since revised those guidelines and the revisions bring good news for most cardiac patients: many patients who have taken prophylactic antibiotics routinely in the past no longer need them. (PR Newswire)
Choyce Products Voluntarily Recalls Yellowfin Tuna Due to Possible Health Risk Feb 11, 2008
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. The frozen Yellowfin tuna was distributed on Oahu and most likely reached consumers in the form of a mixed, previously frozen, seafood product through its customers. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Shiloh Farms Recalls "Shiloh Farms Organic Unhulled Sesame Seeds" Because of Possible Health Risk Jan 29, 2008
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. Consumers with the above symptoms should consult their physician. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Dining with Robert Burns Jan 23, 2008
The cause of his death likely was rheumatic fever or endocarditis, two diseases affecting the heart. "When he died, he was so beloved in Scotland immediately upon his death that they wanted to do something for him as a memorial," Bain says. (Fresno Bee)
FDA Approves Additional Indication for Astellas' MYCAMINE(R) Jan 23, 2008
MYCAMINE has not been adequately studied in patients with endocarditis, osteomyelitis and meningitis due to Candida infections. MYCAMINE can be used concomitantly with a number of other drugs, including the HIV protease inhibitor ritonavir and the transplant medications cyclosporine and tacrolimus with no alteration in the pharmacokinetics of MYCAMINE. Patients should be monitored for sirolimus, nifedipine or itraconazole toxicity if receiving these drugs in combination with MYCAMINE and their... (PR Newswire)
Antibiotics Decrease Strokes From Infective Endocarditis Jan 8, 2008
Infective endocarditis is a heart condition involving the valves of the heart, and results of the study find that antibiotic therapy can greatly reduce the risk of patients having a stroke if they develop the heart condition. For the study, the researchers analyzed data on 1,437 patients admitted to a hospital with infective endocarditis to determine how frequently strokes occurred and to define the relationship between antibiotic therapy and the risk of subsequent stroke ... The authors of the... (Dog Flu Diet and Diseases)
Antibiotics cut stroke risk from heart infection Jan 5, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The risk of stroke in patients with infective endocarditis, an infection usually involving the heart valves, declines markedly after 1 week of antibiotic therapy, according to a report in the American Heart Journal. Strokes associated with infective endocarditis may occur when debris that accumulates within the heart breaks off and travels through the blood vessels to the brain, causing a blockage that deprives brain tissue of oxygen ... Dr. Stuart A. Dickerman from... (Scientific American)
Reports: Lions ax Martz Jan 3, 2008
He sat out the last 11 games recovering from endocarditis, a bacterial infection of a heart valve. Martz led St. Louis to the playoffs in four of his five full seasons, and helped the franchise win the 2000 Super Bowl as offensive coordinator. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Top Line Specialty Produce Recalls "Green Paradise" Basil Because of Possible Health Risk Dec 20, 2007
e., infected aneurysms), Endocarditis and arthritis. The recalled "Green Paradise Basil" was distributed to Food Service Distributors through direct shipping on 12/06/2007 in Southern California, Illinois and Texas. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Infections Nov 15, 2007
TMP-SMX was successful in treating all MRSA infections, including tricuspid-valve endocarditis. Clinical failures commonly occurred with MSSA tricuspid-valve endocarditis; otherwise, the cure rates with TMP-SMX and with vancomycin were similar. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Tattoos, Piercing Risky for Heart Patients Nov 3, 2007
In recent years, there have been several reports of people developing endocarditis and other serious infections after tattooing and body piercing, and infection has resulted in at least one death. Infective endocarditis occurs when bacteria or fungi attaches and begins to grow on the valves of the heart ... One of these individuals developed endocarditis after an ear piercing. (MEDLINEplus)
Microbial biofilms evoke Jekyll & Hyde effects Oct 27, 2007
As the ESF Biofilm workshops convenor Tom J. Battin, from the University of Vienna, pointed out, biofilms are involved in most chronic infections, including killers such as cystic fibrosis, and endocarditis in the heart ... This becomes particularly dramatic for endocarditis patients, as was outlined at the workshop by Annette Moter from the Charite in Berlin, said Battin ... Endocarditis is a rare but serious disease in which one of the four heart valves, the heart lining, or heart muscle,... (EurekAlert!)
MCP Recalls All "Queso Cincho de Guerrero" Produced by "Quesos Sabrosos Mexicanos" Distributed Between April 16 - June 26 Because of Possible Health Risk Sep 26, 2007
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis, and Staphylococcus aureus which can cause nausea, retching, abdominal pain, diarrhea and prostration. The recall of Queso Cincho de Guerrero produced by "Quesos Sabrosos" was distributed in Indiana, Michigan, Georgia, Texas, and Illinois in retail stores. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
New Licence for Cubicin(R) (daptomycin), the First in a Novel Class of Antibiotic, is Announced Today for the Treatment of Serious Bloodstream and Heart Infections Caused by the Most Problematic UK Organisms, Including MRSA Sep 13, 2007
FRIMLEY, England, September 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- - Physicians Welcome New Option for Potentially Life Threatening Disease - Daptomycin has a Rapidly Bactericidal Mode of Action The launch of daptomycin for the treatment of both methicillin-sensitive and resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA and MRSA) bloodstream infections (bacteraemia) and heart infections (right-sided infective endocarditis) has been announced today by Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd.(1) Daptomycin, one of only two new... (PR Newswire)
Stirrings LLC Participates in Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Rimmer® Brand Mojito Cocktail Garnish Due to Possible Health Risk from Contaminated Raw Ingredient Supplied by Van de Vries Spice Corporation Aug 31, 2007
e. infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. Rimmer Brand Mojito Cocktail Garnish was distributed nationwide through distributors, retail stores, internet sales and cocktail establishments. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Mars pet food recall over Salmonella Aug 28, 2007
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting; some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. (News-Medical.net)
Tips from the Journals of the American Society for Microbiology Aug 21, 2007
S. aureus is a highly flexible and potentially dangerous pathogen capable of causing skin abscesses, wound infections, endocarditis, osteomyelitis, pneumonia and toxic shock syndrome. Due to the organisms ability to live inside cells, emerging strains are increasingly resistant to antibiotics. (EurekAlert!)
Vietnam seeks measures to control pig disease Jul 25, 2007
The bacteria causes rapid internal haemorrhage and high fever and can develop meningitis, septicaemia and endocarditis in the next stage leading to death or deafness if the victim survives. On Monday, Minister Phat said the PRRS, also known as "blue ear disease," had been spreading fast in the central provinces of Quang Nam, Quang Ngai and Danang city partly because officials were unable to stop trading and transport of pigs. (Xinhuanet, China)
Leaving against Medical Advice Jul 19, 2007
Juan Perez, a heroin addict who had undergone aortic-valve replacement years earlier, had been admitted overnight after presenting to the emergency department with acute onset of fever, chills, anorexia, and malaise; he was thought to have infectious endocarditis and severe aortic insufficiency. He was Puerto Rican and spoke only Spanish, despite having lived in Boston for many years. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Veggie Booty Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination Jul 7, 2007
In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. States reporting illnesses include: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin. (Lawyers and Settlements)
Snack Food Recalled Amid Salmonella Fears Jul 4, 2007
In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis. Previous Story. (Click2Houston, TX)
Robert's American Gourmet Food, Inc. Conducts Nationwide Recall of Veggie Booty Because of Possible Health Risk Jun 29, 2007
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. Veggie Booty was distributed nationwide and also in Canada through local distributors, internet sales, phone orders, mail orders and retail outlets. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Problem formulation by medical students: an observation study Jun 18, 2007
32 third year medical students were presented with a complex case of endocarditis. They were asked to synthesize the case and give the best formulation of the problem. (BioMed Central)
Toby's Family Foods Voluntarily Recalls Lite Sour Crème and Toasted Sesame Dressing Because of Possible Health Risk Jun 7, 2007
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. Toby's Lite Sour Cr;me and Toby's Toasted Sesame Dressing were distributed primarily in Oregon, as well as Washington and California, through natural food and specialty retailers. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Intraaortic Vegetations and Infective Endocarditis Jun 7, 2007
22 issue)1 as suggestive of intraaortic endocarditis does not even warrant a diagnosis of possible endocarditis, according to the Duke criteria. 2 At admission, the patient had definite enterococcal endocarditis, meeting two major criteria: echocardiographic evidence of vegetations and the presence of a typical endocarditis pathogen ... This is common during treatment of endocarditis, for numerous reasons. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Bacteremia, Fever, and Splenomegaly Caused by a Newly Recognized Bartonella Species Jun 7, 2007
Bartonella species cause serious human infections globally, including bacillary angiomatosis, Oroya fever, trench fever, and endocarditis. We describe a patient who had fever and splenomegaly after traveling to Peru and also had bacteremia from an organism that resembled Bartonella bacilliformis, the causative agent of Oroya fever, which is endemic to Peru. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Shelhigh: FDA Refuses to Disclose Facts Jun 6, 2007
No-React tissue products have over 10 years proven performance of resisting infection and calcification, even in cases of active infective endocarditis. Today Shelhigh offers a wide variety of cardiothoracic surgical solutions, all incorporating No-React tissue for superior performance. (PR Newswire)
nSpired Natural Foods Issues Nationwide Recall of Maranatha Sesame Tahini Because of Possible Health Risk May 27, 2007
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. MaraNatha Sesame Tahini was distributed nationally through distributors, retail stores, and mail order. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Sterptomycin May 25, 2007
It is the treatment of choice in infections of the heart, i.e. bacterial endocarditis. It is used extensively as the primary medicine in the treatment of Tuberculosis, in combination with other drugs like isoniazid, ethambutol and aminosalicylic acid. (Suite101.com)
Study tells dentists to cut the antibiotics May 22, 2007
They include people with artificial heart valves, a history of previous endocarditis, certain serious congenital heart conditions and heart transplant patients who have a heart valve problem ... said last month in an AHA scientific statement: "We've concluded that if giving prophylactic antibiotics prior to a dental procedure works at all -- and there's no evidence that it does work -- we should reserve that preventive treatment only for those people who would have the worst outcomes if they get... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
NBTY, Inc. Conducts Nationwide Recall of Shark Cartilage Capsules Because of Possible Health Risk May 17, 2007
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. The Shark Cartilage Capsules were distributed to consumers through mail orders, internet orders, and retail stores throughout the United States. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Aulcorp Food Marketers Inc. Conducts Nationwide Recall of Archer Farms Four Cheese Risotto, 6 oz., "Best if Used by 16JUL2008AA" Because of Possible Health Risk May 6, 2007
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. No illnesses have been reported to date. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Most Patients Don't Need Antibiotics Before Dental Procedures Apr 21, 2007
The updated recommendations say that only people who are at the greatest risk of bad outcomes from infective endocarditis (IE) -- an infection of the heart's inner lining or the heart valves -- should receive short-term preventive antibiotics before common, routine dental procedures. This includes people with artificial heart valves, a history of previous endocarditis, certain serious congenital heart conditions, and heart transplants patients who develop a problem with a heart valve ... "Except... (Science Daily)
Group: No Antibiotics Before Dental Work Apr 21, 2007
Some dentists prescribe antibiotics before routine cleanings or extractions to prevent infective endocarditis, an infection of the heart's inner lining or valves. But the AHA now says that is only needed for people at high risk, such as those with artificial valves, a history of endocarditis or serious heart problems. (Click2Houston, TX)
Summary for Patients Apr 17, 2007
Brief Communication: Treatment of Enterococcus faecalis Endocarditis with Ampicillin plus Ceftriaxone -- Gavald; et al. 146 (8): 574 -- Annals of Internal Medicine ... Successful Treatment of Aminoglycoside-Resistant Endocarditis with Ampicillin and Ceftriaxone ... The summary below is from the full report titled "Brief Communication: Treatment of Enterococcus faecalis Endocarditis with Ampicillin plus Ceftriaxone." It is in the 17 April 2007 issue of Annals of Internal Medicine (volume 146,... (Annals of Internal Medicine)
How much should 'healthy' cost? Apr 13, 2007
I eat healthy and I still caught a bacteria that caused endocarditis. Which resulted in $200,000. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Scientists decode genome of oral pathogen Apr 8, 2007
However, if it enters the bloodstream, possibly through a minor cut or wound in the mouth, it can cause bacterial endocarditis, a serious and often lethal infection of the heart. Decoding S. sanguinis, a streptococcal bacteria, will provide researchers with unique insight into its complex life cycle, metabolism and its ability to invade the host and cause bacterial endocarditis. (Xinhuanet, China)
Scientists Grow A Heart Valve From Stem Cells Apr 6, 2007
They can become inflamed (endocarditis) they can prolapse, fail to open and shut properly (causing regurgitation or flow in the wrong direction), they can leak and they can narrow (stenosis). Written by: Catharine Paddock Writer: Medical News Today. (Medical News Today)
Pet treats recalled for salmonella Apr 3, 2007
It could also cause more serious problems such as arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract problems. Eight in One has received a report of a dog infected by salmonella, which lead to further testing of this product. (MSNBC -- Health)
Eight In One Announces Nationwide Recall of All Lots Of Dingo® Chick’n Jerky Treats for Dogs, Cats And Ferrets Apr 3, 2007
Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Studies examine issues in pediatric cardiology Mar 25, 2007
In group two, device removal was necessitated by complications including endocarditis (infection of the heart lining, n=2), outgrown conduit or stent (n=1) or thomograft rupture (n=1), for which no technique modification could be considered. "Recently introduced as an alternative to surgery, percutaneous pulmonary valve implantation is one of the most exciting developments in the field of interventional cardiology, said Sachin Khambadkone, M.D., of Great Ormond Street Hospital and an... (EurekAlert!)
BJ'S Wholesale Club Issues Recall of 'Berkley & Jensen' Full-Cut Pig Ears Dog Treats Because of Potential for Salmonella Contamination Mar 11, 2007
e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers. (PR Newswire)
Intraaortic Vegetations as a Manifestation of Infective Endocarditis Feb 22, 2007
To the Editor: Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment, acute infective endocarditis remains a therapeutic challenge, with considerable morbidity and mortality ... We describe a case of endocarditis with an unusual location of vegetations. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Antibiotics will deter infections of heart Feb 18, 2007
Answer: The problem you ask about is probably bacterial endocarditis ... Endocarditis also can affect the heart valves themselves ... Several things contribute to endocarditis. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
New vaccine for shingles is safe, effective, but costly Feb 15, 2007
Bacteria in the blood home in on such valves and cause a dangerous infection endocarditis. Taking the antibiotic by shot would do no good. (The Standard-Times, MA)
One attack of endocarditisdoesn't guarantee another Feb 1, 2007
I am 76 and was diagnosed with endocarditis in November 2004 ... Having an artificial heart valve and having had one episode of endocarditis puts you at a higher risk of getting it again, but the risk is not all that high, and your chances of another bout of endocarditis are actually quite small ... Endocarditis is an infection of heart valves or the heart lining (the endocardium). (The Standard-Times, MA)
Bacteria In Staph Infections Can Cause Necrotizing Pneumonia Jan 29, 2007
It also can be the culprit in minor skin infections like pimples and boils, as well as major diseases like meningitis, endocarditis, toxic shock syndrome and pneumonia. In their study, Dr. Bowden and her colleagues at the HSC-IBT Center for Extracellular Matrix Biology used mice to analyze S. aureus Panton Valentine leukocidin (PVL), a pore-forming toxin secreted by bacterial strains associated with both the current outbreak of CA-MRSA and necrotizing pneumonia. (Science Daily)
Welcome to celebrehab (37) Jan 29, 2007
(Morrison's cardiac failure was due to subacute bacterial endocarditis -- SBE, a disease not uncommon among injectiong drug users --- and Pigpen's fatal hemorrhage came from drinking damage. And don't give me any crap about Marilyn Monroe being murdered - that girl was so voluntarily drugged up on movie sets she made Crazy Guggenheim look positively studious ). (Salon)
Staph Toxin Can Trigger Deadly Pneumonia Jan 19, 2007
It can also cause minor skin infections such as boils and pimples, and major illnesses such as pneumonia, meningitis, endocarditis and toxic shock syndrome. In this study, Bowden and her colleagues analyzed the effects of the PVL toxin in mice. (Forbes)
Coping with HIV| Jan 11, 2007
The heart may be involved with infection of the valves (endocarditis), and there can also be a candida meningitis. These serious complications require intensive care and treatment is supportive and with amphotericin B.. (iAfrica.com)
'One of the great success stories of 20th-century medicine' Jan 10, 2007
He was problem-free until last year when he suffered a bout of endocarditis (inflammation of the heart valve caused by a bacterial infection) and then life-threatening arrhythmias. That required another open-heart procedure for a new valve and the installation of an implantable cardiac defibrillator. (Globe and Mail)
Whipple’s Disease Jan 4, 2007
NEJM -- Whipple's Disease. Please for full text and personal services. (New England Journal of Medicine)
