Case report: high-grade atrioventricular block in suspected COVID-19 myocarditis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In the ongoing pandemic of COVID-19, respiratory failure has been reported as the main cause of death in those who develop critical illness. A few cases of concurrent myocarditis have been reported, but the extent of cardiac complications with the SARS-CoV-2 strain of coronavirus is still largely unknown.

Case summary

A 53-year-old man, suspected to have COVID-19 due to a new-onset cough, shortness of breath, and hypoxia, was referred to Cardiology with sudden symptomatic bradycardia. Initial rhythm analysis revealed Type 2 atrioventricular block (Mobitz II). On arrival at the coronary care unit, he was found to be in complete heart block (Type 3). Routine blood tests showed normal electrolytes and renal function, and no elevation in troponin-I levels. Echocardiog

SUBMITTER: Ashok V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7499545 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature