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Journal of Dentistry 2012
Updated Guidelines for Prevention of Infectious Endocarditis (IE)Keywords: Updated , Guidelines , Endocarditis (IE) Abstract: Changed from previous version of American Heart Association guidelines for Infectious Endocarditis prevention, modified indications for antibacterial chemotherapy are highlighted. Such modifications are mainly derived by evidence-based medicine. A proper evaluation, consultation and antibiotic prescription may prevent unnecessary antibiotic administration and its consequences in terms of antibiotic resistance and economic burden.
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