An infective and inflammatory condition of the endocardium which mainly affects the heart valves. The incidence is increasing secondary to the placement of prosthetic valves.

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1. An infective and inflammatory condition of the endocardium which mainly affects the heart valves. The incidence is increasing secondary to the placement of prosthetic valves.