Successful management of protracted anaphylaxis-induced severe acute respiratory distress syndrome masquerading as non-ST elevation myocardial infarction: a rare case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Prolonged anaphylaxis, especially symptoms that last several days, can lead to misdiagnosis and delays in treatment, especially when patients present with complications such as acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and secondary myocardial injury. A thorough review of medical history is very important for accurate diagnosis. Early recognition and intervention are essential for managing both the allergic response and pulmonary-cardiac injury.

Case presentation

We present the case of a 70-year-old woman with no significant medical history who developed rapid respiratory failure and extremely elevated troponin levels. The patient was initially diagnosed with non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) complicated by pulmonary edema, and the patient's

SUBMITTER: Bui-Thi HD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12924358 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature