Myocarditis as a prognostic indicator in systemic lupus erythematosus.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Lupus myocarditis is a life threatening complication of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). A case of left ventricular failure secondary to myocarditis occurring in a patient with SLE is reported. Despite resolution of the cardiac failure with pulsed cyclophosphamide and steroids, she eventually died of non-cardiac complications 18 months later. The literature is also reviewed.
Medical subject headings
- Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic
- Myocarditis