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Acute Myocardial Infarction After Coronavirus Vaccine: A Rare Adverse Effect.
Sameen Iqbal1, Ghufran Adnan1, Awais Farhad1
1Cardiology, Aga Khan University, Karachi, PAK.
Cureus
|February 28, 2022
Summary
A man experienced acute coronary syndrome after his first Moderna COVID-19 vaccine dose. While rare, this highlights the need for vigilance and monitoring of vaccine side effects.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Immunology
- Vaccinology
Background:
- The global rollout of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines aims to curb the pandemic.
- Understanding potential adverse events following immunization is crucial for public health.
- Pre-existing conditions may influence vaccine response and risk of adverse events.
Observation:
- A 61-year-old male with ischemic heart disease developed acute coronary syndrome (ACS).
- Symptoms of left arm and jaw pain began 90 minutes post-Moderna COVID-19 vaccination.
- The patient was diagnosed with non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction.
Findings:
- Percutaneous coronary intervention was performed successfully.
- The patient was discharged after a two-day hospital stay and was clinically stable.
- The temporal association suggests a possible link between the COVID-19 vaccine and the ACS event in this high-risk individual.
Implications:
- Healthcare providers must be aware of potential rare vaccine side effects.
- Further investigation and risk assessment may be warranted for high-risk patients before vaccination.
- Continued monitoring of vaccine safety data is essential to prevent future adverse events and maintain public confidence in vaccination programs.
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