Surgical Management of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Complicated by Infective Endocarditis

Valvular complications of infective endocarditis add complexity to surgical management of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. There is an increased need for concomitant valve repairs, prosthetic replacements, and reoperation. These data underscore the need for recognition of infection, especially after oral procedures, which preceded the majority of the active infective endocarditis cases.