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Lyme Borreliosis as a Cause of Myocarditis in Pediatric Age

Author(s): Constante, Andreia D. ; Lemos, Ana Pereira ; Trigo, Conceição ; Lopes de Carvalho, Isabel ; Brito, Maria João R.

Date: 2021

Origin: Portuguese Journal of Pediatrics

Subject(s): Case reports


Description

Lyme borreliosis with myocarditis is rare in pediatrics and diagnosis requires a high index of suspicion. We present an adolescent with myocarditis, depressed left ventricular function and evidence of Lyme borreliosis infection with the strategy used that allowed recovery. Early recognition and treatment of cardiac involvement can avoid serious complications.

Document Type Journal article
Language English
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