Severely destroyed aortic cusps with attached friable vegetations are most characteristic of endocarditis due to:
A. Candida albicans
B. Streptococcus fecalis
C. Streptococcus viridans
D. Staphylococcus aureus
E. Hemophilus influenzae
Isha@2663 Answered question August 17, 2024
Severely destroyed aortic cusps with attached friable vegetations are most characteristic of endocarditis due to D. Staphylococcus aureus. This pathogen is known for causing aggressive, rapidly progressive endocarditis with significant damage to heart valves and friable vegetations.
Isha@2663 Answered question August 17, 2024