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ArticleESMO gastrointestinal oncology2026

Immune checkpoint inhibitor-induced myocarditis with atrioventricular conduction abnormalities: a case report.

A Strijdhorst, T S J Opstal, L F H J Robbers, M Labots, H W M van Laarhoven

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A StrijdhorstDepartment of Medical Oncology, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
T S J OpstalAmsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Atherosclerosis & Ischemic Syndromes, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
L F H J RobbersAmsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Atherosclerosis & Ischemic Syndromes, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
M LabotsDepartment of Medical Oncology, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
H W M van LaarhovenCancer Center Amsterdam, Cancer Treatment and Quality of Life, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

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Abstract

Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are increasingly used in the treatment of several cancer types, but can cause immune-related adverse events (irAEs) such as myocarditis. ICI-induced myocarditis is rare but potentially life threatening and may present with subtle or atypical symptoms, including conduction abnormalities. We describe a case of nivolumab-induced myocarditis in a patient receiving adjuvant therapy for esophageal cancer, presenting with high-grade atrioventricular block and neuromuscular symptoms, highlighting the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of ICI-induced myocarditis. The case underscores the importance of early recognition, comprehensive diagnostic evaluation, prompt initiation of immunosuppressive therapy, and individualized management of conduction disturbances. Early detection and intervention are key to mitigating risks and improving outcomes in this rare but serious irAE.

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atrioventricular conduction abnormalitiescardio-oncologyimmune checkpoint inhibitorsmyocarditisnivolumab

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PMCPMC13092744

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