[Two cases of fulminant myocarditis with mesenteric ischemia]

Kyobu Geka. 2015 Mar;68(3):178-83.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

Fulminant myocarditis (FM) can lead to a refractory cardiogenic shock and multiple organ failure. Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) is not infrequency required to salvage patients in a profound shock. Advanced technology in MCS such as a temporary ventricular assist device can yield improved early outcome. However, incessant mesenteric ischemia remains a challenge to be resolved even with MCS. We here-in report 2 cases of FM associated with mesenteric ischemia that was extremely difficult to diagnose and treat. Therapeutic strategy for FM with mesenteric ischemia is discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Fatal Outcome
  • Female
  • Heart-Assist Devices
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mesenteric Ischemia / etiology*
  • Mesenteric Ischemia / pathology
  • Mesenteric Ischemia / surgery
  • Middle Aged
  • Myocarditis / complications*
  • Myocarditis / diagnosis
  • Myocarditis / therapy