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Infective Endocarditis

Author:: Thomas F. Keys, MD

Publish date: September 1, 2005

A Continuing Challenge to the Hospitalist

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Do patients with total joint replacements need antibiotics before dental work?

Author:: Thomas F. Keys, MD

Publish date: April 1, 2003

Opinions vary, but I recommend an antibiotic for patients with prosthetic joints who have rheumatoid arthritis or other risk factors before dental ...

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When should asymptomatic bacteriuria in the elderly be treated?

Author:: Thomas F. Keys, MD

Publish date: July 1, 2000

It is common, it is not proved to be harmful, and treatment is not proved to be beneficial.

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Infective endocarditis: Prevention, diagnosis, treatment, referral

Author:: Thomas F. Keys, MD

Publish date: May 1, 2000

With proper diagnosis and treatment, the cure rate for this challenging condition is over 80%.