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Isolated cardiac sarcoidosis: A clinical challenge.

Authors :
Njoku, Paul
Rani, Sumbal
Paschalis, Orestis
Alati, Emanuela
Mandal, Amit K. J.
Missouris, Constantinos G.
Source :
Clinical Medicine. Nov2024, Vol. 24 Issue 6, p1-5. 5p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease characterised by non-caseating granulomas of unclear aetiology. Isolated cardiac sarcoidosis (ICS) is rare and occurs when there is granulomatous infiltration of myocardial tissue without evidence of extracardiac sarcoidosis. The heterogeneity in clinical manifestations often presents a diagnostic challenge which leads to delays in treatment initiation. Our case highlights the often quiescent presentation of ICS, the importance of early treatment and the diagnostic challenges that contribute to its underdiagnosis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14702118
Volume :
24
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Clinical Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
181237465
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clinme.2024.100245