Biventricular assist for severe acute rheumatic pancarditis.
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Abstract
Severe heart failure in acute rheumatic myocarditis is rare. It may be rapidly reversible with treatment, so maximal medical treatment and, if necessary, mechanical support should be given before heart transplantation is considered.
Medical subject headings
- Endocarditis, Bacterial
- Heart-Assist Devices
- Myocarditis
- Pericarditis
- Rheumatic Heart Disease