Sarcoid myocarditis: a report of three cases

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Pathology
• Immunology

Background:

• Systemic sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease that can affect multiple organs.
• Myocardial involvement in sarcoidosis can lead to significant cardiac complications.

Observation:

• Three cases of sudden death in patients with systemic sarcoidosis and cardiac involvement are detailed.
• Clinical recognition of sarcoid myocarditis may be underestimated.

Findings:

• Sarcoid myocarditis can be a cause of sudden cardiac death.
• Autopsy with widespread myocardial sampling is crucial for diagnosing sarcoid myocarditis.

Implications:

• Increased awareness of sarcoid myocarditis is needed in clinical practice.
• Pathologists should consider comprehensive myocardial sampling in cases of unexplained sudden death associated with sarcoidosis.