Right-Sided Infective Endocarditis: When Should It Be Suspected? A Case Series

World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 2026 Open access

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Authors: Joaquín Alberto Chois Antequera, Lisha María Cruz Soto, María José Sarmiento Álvarez, Cesar Palacio Peñaloza, Juan Fernando Guerrero Araujo, Emilio Bermúdez-Mercado, Carlos Eduardo Alcalá Manjarrés, Sara Camila Castiblanco-Arroyave, Evelyn Mendoza‐Torres, Yisseth Vanessa Lascarro Gonzalez, Lance Alejandro Solera Lara, Luis Antonio Díaz Ariza
DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2026.29.2.0347
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Abstract

There has been a notable increase in hospitalizations due to Right-Sided Infective Endocarditis (RSIE), affecting the endocardium and right chambers. With a rising incidence, ranging between 5-10%, and an approximate mortality rate of 6%, (RSIE) poses specific challenges in terms of diagnosis and treatment. Its atypical clinical presentation compared to left endocarditis and its therapeutic particularities underline the need for greater understanding. In this series of cases, we proposed to highlight crucial data to suspect and guide the diagnosis and timely treatment to avoid complications.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management Sepsis Diagnosis and Treatment Streptococcal Infections and Treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews
Volume
29
Issue
2
Pages
702–709
Publication date
16 February 2026
Language
EN