What are common neurological complications of infective endocarditis?
Common neurological complications of infective endocarditis include intracranial aneurysms, intracranial abscesses, neurological deficits, sepsis, cerebral infarction, and meningitis. These complications can arise from direct extension of the infection or due to embolization of infected material to the brain. Other, less common neurological complications are cortical vein thrombosis, subarachnoid hemorrhage, subdural and epidural abscesses, and brain abscesses. Treatment for these complications usually involves antibiotics, anticoagulants, and surgical intervention.