Morbidity following infective endocarditis
| Incidence (% per year) | MST group (n=75) | MT group (n=105) | p Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data are n (%) unless otherwise indicated. NA, not applicable. | ||||
| Recurrent endocarditis | 1.12 | 3 (4) | 12 (11) | 0.02 |
| Late valve surgery | 1.57 | 5 (7) | 16 (15) | 0.06 |
| Bleeding complications | 1.27 | 9 (12) | 8 (8) | NS |
| Cerebral dysfunction | 1.12 | 7 (9) | 8 (8) | NS |
| Peripheral arterial embolism | 0.15 | 0 (0) | 2 (2) | NS |
| Congestive heart failure | 2.62 | 13 (17) | 22 (21) | NS |
| Event-free survival | NA | 13 (17) | 18 (17) | NS |