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Giant Cell, Giant Problems: A Case of Giant Cell Myocarditis Complicated by Cardiogenic Shock and Refractory Ventricular Tachycardia Managed With a Mechanical Circulatory Support Device

  • Stony Brook University
  • Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN

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Abstract

This report reviews the management of a case of Giant Cell Myocarditis (GCM) that presented with cardiogenic shock. This case highlights the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach to the care of these patients including the use of a mechanical circulatory support (MCS) device.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)180-185
Number of pages6
JournalCardiovascular Revascularization Medicine
Volume28
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 2021

Keywords

  • Giant cell
  • Heart failure
  • Mechanical support device
  • Myocarditis
  • Ventricular tachycardia

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