Original Article

Bacterial Endocarditis: Pathogenesis and Racial Susceptibility

Authors: MARVIN J. ALLISON, Ph.D., ENRIQUE GERSZTEN, M.D., HARRY P. DALTON, Ph.D.

Abstract

Fatality rates in the Negro were twice those of whites seemingly as the result of more severe degrees of underlying heart disease and a greater tendency to perforation of valve leaflets. The study included considerations of the infecting organisms.

This content is limited to qualifying members.

Existing members, please login first

If you have an existing account please login now to access this article or view purchase options.

Purchase only this article ($25)

Create a free account, then purchase this article to download or access it online for 24 hours.

Purchase an SMJ online subscription ($75)

Create a free account, then purchase a subscription to get complete access to all articles for a full year.

Purchase a membership plan (fees vary)

Premium members can access all articles plus recieve many more benefits. View all membership plans and benefit packages.

References