Infective endocarditis of the aorta valve--demonstration of valvular vegetations by M-Mode and Cross-Sectional echocardiography

The ability to visualise valvular vegetations by echocardiography is a significant advantage in the management oj patients with infective endocarditis. In this report the M-Mode and Cross-Sectional echocardiographic appearances oj infective endocarditis affecting the aortic valve are described. The uses and limitations of echocardiography are discussed.