Pediatricsbasic
Despite advances in antimicrobial therapy, infective endocarditis continues to be associated with a substantial mortality rate of approximately 15% to 25%.
Answer
True
Explanation
The slides report mortality of approximately **20–25%** despite antibiotics and serious morbidity in 50–60% of children with documented IE. **Key takeaway:** IE remains a high-risk infection requiring prompt specialist management. **Glossary:** Morbidity: illness or complications associated with a disease.
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