Which risk factors are associated with infective endocarditis? (Select all that apply.)
A) Rheumatic fever
B) Intravenous drug use
C) Long-term indwelling catheterization
D) Aortic regurgitation
E) Heart valve disease

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Risk factors for infective endocarditis include acquired valvular heart disease,intravenous drug abuse,long-term indwelling catheterization (e.g.,for pressure monitoring,hyperalimentation,or hemodialysis),and recent cardiac surgery.Neither rheumatic fever nor aortic regurgitation is considered a risk factor for infective endocarditis.

Which Risk Factors Are Associated with Infective Endocarditis? (Select All