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  • Title: Parvovirus-B19-associated fulminant myocarditis successfully treated with immunosuppressive and antiviral therapy.
    Author: Dennert R, Velthuis S, Westermann D, Donker D, Schalla S, van Suylen RJ, Heymans S.
    Journal: Antivir Ther; 2010; 15(4):681-5. PubMed ID: 20587861.
    Abstract:
    Fulminant myocarditis is a rare inflammatory heart disease affecting relatively young adults. We describe a case of a 27-year-old male with acute onset severe heart failure. A rapid and accurate diagnostic approach suggested parvovirus B19 as the most probable cause for this fulminant viral myocarditis. Initial haemodynamic support, intensive immunosuppressive and antiviral therapy resulted in a complete recovery within 2 weeks. This case demonstrates the importance of a detailed diagnosis, allowing better classification of the underlying pathology and subsequent targeted treatment.
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