This tool supports structured infectious-disease decision making but does not replace clinician judgement or local guideline pathways.
This OpiCalc infectious-disease entry reflects commonly used guideline criteria and bedside risk features used in contemporary clinical practice.
Embolic Risk in IE: Risk features associated with embolic complications in infective endocarditis.
Vegetation >10 mm
+2 Points
Highly mobile vegetation
+1 Points
Mitral valve involvement
Staphylococcus aureus or fungal IE
Prior embolic event
Persistent fever/inflammation despite therapy
Assessment Tier
Score 0
Lower embolic profile at present.