Why do inflammatory cells have difficulty limiting the colonization of micro-organisms in infective endocarditis?
A) The micro-organisms are highly resistant.
B) The valves are avascular.
C) Micro-organisms become embedded in fibrin clots.
D) Microbial colonies overwhelm the phagocytes.

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Micro-organisms become embedded in fibrin clots, which makes them difficult for phagocytes to reach and destroy.

Why Do Inflammatory Cells Have Difficulty Limiting the Colonization of Micro-Organisms