20th June 2024

A 67-year-old gentleman is suspected of having infective endocarditis. Initial bloods are taken

A 67-year-old gentleman is suspected of having infective endocarditis. Initial bloods are taken including blood cultures. Empirical antibiotics are started. He is awaiting an echocardiogram to look for vegetation.

Which of the following is not a criterion for infective endocarditis on echocardiogram?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.