A Complex Heart Team's Approach to a Patient With Giant Cell Myocarditis

作者:Pazdernik Michal*; Netuka Ivan; Maly Jiri; Kettner Jiri; Voska Ludek; Riha Hynek; Pirk Jan; Melenovsky Vojtech; Kautzner Josef
来源:Canadian Journal of Cardiology, 2017, 33(10): 1335.e7.
DOI:10.1016/j.cjca.2017.05.027

摘要

Giant cell myocarditis is known as a rare and frequently fatal type of myocarditis that is usually characterized by progressive congestive heart failure and frequent ventricular arrhythmias. We report a rare case of giant cell myocarditis in a 64-year-old previously healthy woman. The case was complicated by the rapid development of progressive acute heart failure, which required the comprehensive care of our heart team. Using a broad spectrum of therapeutic approaches, the patient successfully underwent heart transplantation.

  • 出版日期2017-10