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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pulmonology

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) is a common infectious disease globally.
  • Myocarditis and severe systolic dysfunction are rare manifestations of TB.
  • Disseminated TB involving the myocardium is exceptionally uncommon.

Observation:

  • A 34-year-old female presented with disseminated TB affecting the lungs, lymph nodes, and myocardium.
  • She exhibited elevated cardiac biomarkers, severe left ventricular hypokinesis (ejection fraction 25-30%), and ground-glass opacities on CT scan.
  • Coronary angiography was normal, ruling out ischemic heart disease.

Findings:

  • The patient received a combination of anti-tuberculosis therapy, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and corticosteroids.
  • She was discharged in a stable condition after one week of medical treatment.
  • Follow-up at three months demonstrated significant recovery and improvement in cardiac function.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering TB in the differential diagnosis of unexplained myocarditis and heart failure.
  • Early diagnosis and comprehensive treatment, including anti-TB drugs and supportive cardiac care, can lead to favorable outcomes.
  • Further research into the cardiac manifestations of TB is warranted to improve clinical management.