Antibiotic prophylaxis cards for bacterial endocarditis

Infective endocarditis is a largely preventable cause of morbidity and mortality in individuals with congenital heart disease. Patient and physician awareness is crucial, and in this regard, antibiotic prophylaxis cards are very helpful. I present an antibiotic prophylaxis card which is based on recent recommendations by the American Heart Association. This card is currently in use in Malta for both paediatric and adult patients.