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ArticleFrontiers in immunology2024

Case report: eosinophilic myocarditis in hypereosinophilic syndrome: a journey to heart transplantation.

Shriya Sharma, Smruti Desai, Juan Leoni, Smit Paghdar, Jose Ruiz, Rohan Goswami

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Article in Frontiers in immunology, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 5 papers.

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Shriya SharmaDepartment of Cardiology, Division of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, United States.
Smruti DesaiDepartment of Cardiology, Division of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, United States.
Juan LeoniDepartment of Cardiology, Division of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, United States.
Smit PaghdarDepartment of Cardiology, Division of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, United States.
Jose RuizDepartment of Cardiology, Division of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, United States.
Rohan GoswamiDepartment of Cardiology, Division of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, United States.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: Hypereosinophilic Syndrome (HES) is a rare disorder characterized by persistent elevation of eosinophils, leading to multi-organ infiltration and damage. Eosinophilic Myocarditis (EM) is one of its severe complications contributing significantly to morbidity and mortality. Herein, we describe the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of EM, emphasizing the significance of early recognition and multidisciplinary management. Case presentation: A 51-year-old female with a history of EM, heart failure, and peripheral eosinophilia presented with NYHA class 3b symptoms. Laboratory findings revealed elevated peripheral eosinophil count, NT-Pro BNP, and characteristic electrocardiogram abnormalities. Imaging studies confirmed biventricular thrombi and myocardial abnormalities consistent with EM. Treatment involved Solu-Medrol for HES and heparin for ventricular thrombi, leading to initial clinical improvement. However, refractory heart failure necessitated urgent heart transplantation. Discussion: EM, an under-recognized complication of HES, poses diagnostic and management challenges. Management includes standard heart failure treatments, steroids, and emerging therapies like Mepolizumab. Early diagnosis and aggressive management are pivotal for improving outcomes in this rare and potentially fatal condition. Conclusion: Advancements in the detection of complications, surgical management, and therapeutic options have improved outcomes in HES. Ongoing research is essential to further understand and address the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of HES and EM.

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Heart TransplantationHypereosinophilic SyndromeMyocarditisEosinophiliaFemaleHeart FailureHumansMiddle Agedheart failureheart transplanthypereosinophiliamyocarditisrestrictive cardiomyopathy

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PMCPMC11190069

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