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Why does infective endocarditis attack the mitral valve?

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Can be any Valve: Endocarditis can affect any valve, usually depends on source and any pre-existing abnormalities.

Dr Cook agreed

Answered 3/20/2013

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Any: Valve can be involved.

Dr Koch and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/28/2013

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