A Case Report: The Utility of Multimodality Imaging in the Diagnosis of Cardiac Sarcoidosis-Has It Surpassed the Need for a Biopsy?

ABSTRACT: Background and Clinical Significance: Cardiac sarcoidosis (CS) is a rare but life-threatening disorder, occurring in 2-5% of sarcoidosis cases, though post-mortem studies suggest a higher prevalence. It presents diagnostic challenges due to nonspecific symptoms and the low sensitivity of an endomyocardial biopsy. Recent guidelines emphasize multimodal imaging, such as cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET). Given the risk of heart failure (HF) and arrhythmias, early detection is critical. This case highlights the role of non-invasive imaging in diagnosing CS and guiding treatment. Case Presentation: A 54-year-old female with asthma, hyperlipidemia, a recent diagnosis of anterior uveitis, and familial sarcoidosis presented with dyspnea,

SUBMITTER: Malik A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12199953 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature