February 11th, 2010
Thursday, February 11 News: Fulminant Myocarditis in Children with H1N1
Larry Husten, PHD
Myocarditis & H1N1 in Children: In an expedited research correspondence appearing in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Bratincsák et al. report four cases of children with H1N1 influenza A virus at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego who developed myocarditis, including three with fulminant myocarditis with fatal or near-fatal outcomes. The authors conclude: “Our observations warrant a high index of suspicion for myocarditis in children with H1N1 influenza A infection. Early detection and aggressive management are paramount. Timely intervention with circulatory support may decrease morbidity and mortality, with the potential for a favorable cardiac prognosis.”
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