Extensive myocardial infarction complicated with stroke as the first presentation of HIV in A young sudanese male: A case report

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

As it is a disseminated disease, HIV infection can be associated with significant cardiovascular and neurological complications; however, this commonly occurs late. Here, we highlight the unusual initial presentation of HIV infection, which is myocardial infarction complicated by stroke.

Case presentation

A 30 years old male with a clear medical background presented with severe chest pain with evidence of ischemia on ECG and positive serum troponin. he received anti-ischemic drugs, and was prepared for coronary angiography with routine investigations tested positive for HIV; however, his condition was later complicated by stroke.

Discussion

Antiretroviral medication, HIV disease characteristics, female gender, and HCV co-infection are risk factors fo

SUBMITTER: Fadelallah Eljack M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9577595 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature