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Gregor Vercek1, Gasper Markelj2, Gorazd Mlakar1

  • 1Division of Surgery, Department of Paediatric Surgery and Intensive Therapy, University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia.

Klinische Padiatrie
|March 15, 2019
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A rare case of recurrent fulminant myocarditis in a child, requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) twice, highlights the potential for complete recovery. Aberrant immune responses may underlie susceptibility to this severe heart condition.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Immunology
  • Critical Care Medicine

Background:

  • Recurrent fulminant myocarditis is exceptionally rare in children.
  • Repeated use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for pediatric cardiac failure is uncommon.

Observation:

  • A 7-year-old girl experienced two episodes of fulminant myocarditis, both following viral upper respiratory tract infections.
  • The first episode required cardiopulmonary resuscitation and ECMO; the second was more severe, involving multiorgan dysfunction and prolonged ECMO support.

Findings:

  • Despite severe presentation, the patient achieved complete cardiac function recovery after both myocarditis episodes.
  • Elevated markers of myocardiocytolysis and multiorgan dysfunction characterized the second, more complex episode.

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  • Diagnostic workup suggested an aberrant immune response as the underlying cause of recurrent myocarditis.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the possibility of full recovery from recurrent severe pediatric myocarditis, even with ECMO support.
    • It highlights the importance of considering aberrant immune responses in recurrent pediatric myocarditis.
    • The case provides valuable insights into managing complex pediatric cardiac emergencies and ECMO utilization.