Pathology Which of the following about Nonbacterial thrombotic endocarditis (NBTE) is false? A Characterized by the deposition of sterile thrombi on cardiac valves B The vegetations in NBTE are typically small (1 to 5 mm in diameter) C Valvular damage is a prerequisite for NBTE to occur D Hypercoagulable states are the usual precursor to NBTE 💡 Explanation Which of the following about Nonbacterial thrombotic endocarditis (NBTE) is false? ✓ Correct Answer: C. Valvular damage is a prerequisite for NBTE to occur