UTILITY OF INTRACARDIAC ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY FOR INFECTIVE ENDOCARDITIS AND CARDIOVASCULAR DEVICE-RELATED ENDOCARDITIS: A CONTEMPORARY SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Cleveland Clinic

The diagnosis of infective endocarditis (IE) can pose significant challenges, especially in cases involving prosthetic valves or cardiac devices. While echocardiography is a key diagnostic tool, there are instances where transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) may not provide clear results. Intracardiac echocardiography (ICE) has emerged as a promising alternative, particularly in situations where transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) is inadequate. This review synthesizes current evidence on the effectiveness of ICE in diagnosing IE and guiding treatment decisions.