Fig. 2From: Management of embolic splenic abscess secondary to aortic valve endocarditis – case report and review of literatureSchematic representation of intraoperative findings and procedure(Source – Author AFJO)(a) A calcified bicuspid valve was found with a large vegetation and an abscess extending through the aortic annulus. (b) Valve implantation technique. The abscess cavity was sealed with pledgeted sutures anchoring the prosthetic valveBack to article page