Case report of anterior ST-elevation myocardial infarction in a patient with coronavirus disease-2019

Quentin Fischer1, Arthur Darmon1, Grégory Ducrocq1

  • 1Department of Cardiology, Hôpital Bichat, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, DHU FIRE, INSERM U-1148, Université de Paris, Paris, France.

Insights

This case study shows that emergent percutaneous coronary intervention is safe for patients with Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19). A multidisciplinary team approach is crucial for successful cardiac intervention in these patients.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Critical Care Medicine

Background:

  • Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) rapidly spread globally after its emergence in December 2019.
  • COVID-19 presents unique challenges in managing patients with pre-existing conditions and acute cardiovascular events.

Observation:

  • A patient with COVID-19 and a diabetic foot ulcer developed pulmonary edema and ST-elevation myocardial infarction.
  • The patient underwent coronary care and intervention for the myocardial infarction.

Findings:

  • Emergent percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) was successfully performed in a COVID-19 patient with acute myocardial infarction.
  • The procedure was feasible and safe, demonstrating the viability of interventional cardiology in COVID-19 patients.

Implications:

  • Multidisciplinary collaboration among infectious disease, intensive care, and cardiology teams is essential for managing complex cardiac cases in COVID-19 patients.
  • This case highlights the importance of tailored interventional strategies and coordinated care for cardiovascular complications during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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