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Title: Widespread systemic embolization with isolated tricuspid valve endocarditis. Author: Negi SI, Anand A. Journal: Heart Lung; 2012; 41(4):387-9. PubMed ID: 21983217. Abstract: Concurrent systemic and pulmonary septic emboli from isolated right-sided infective endocarditis are rare. One mechanism described is that of intrapulmonary shunting. We describe a case of widespread pulmonary and systemic septic embolization with sequelae in an intravenous drug user with concomitant chronic hepatitis C infection and discuss possible mechanisms involved in the pathogenesis.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]