Diseases [C] » Cardiovascular Diseases [C14] » Heart Diseases » Endocarditis
Description
Inflammation of the inner lining of the heart (ENDOCARDIUM), the continuous membrane lining the four chambers and HEART VALVES. It is often caused by microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and rickettsiae. Left untreated, endocarditis can damage heart valves and become life-threatening. MeSH
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Subtype Terms (2)
Endocarditis, Bacterial
11 drugs (10 approved, 1 experimental)
Phase 4 Indicated Drugs (26)
Phase 3 Indicated Drugs (1)
Phase 2 Indicated Drugs (4)
Other Experimental Indicated Drugs (3)
Organization Involved with Phase 4 Indications (19)
Organization Involved with Phase 3 Indications (3)
Organization Involved with Phase 2 Indications (4)
Organization Involved with Other Experimental Indications (2)
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