Following on from last year's unprecedented success, EACTS Next Generation webinars return for a new series in 2025. EACTS Next Generation is a six-part innovative web series that offers you the opportunity to learn directly from experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery residents and attendings from across Europe.

The global burden of infective endocarditis is increasing, from 478,000 cases in 1990 to 1,090,530 cases in 2019. In this session our Expert Speaker will give an extensive overview, from the pathophysiology and symptoms to different surgical strategies.When do surgeons opt for valve repair or valve replacement? After this session, attendees will have a comprehensive understanding of the multiple facets of infective endocarditis.