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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affects the lungs but can manifest in the cardiovascular system.
  • Cardiac complications of TB include pericarditis, myocarditis, aortitis, and cardiac tuberculomas, posing significant clinical challenges.
  • TB treatment itself can carry cardiotoxicity risks, and TB infection increases the likelihood of cardiovascular events.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the spectrum of cardiac complications associated with Tuberculosis.
  • To emphasize the challenges in diagnosing and treating TB-related cardiac conditions.
  • To highlight the importance of early recognition and multidisciplinary management for TB cardiac manifestations.

Main Methods:

  • This review synthesizes current literature on cardiovascular manifestations of Tuberculosis.
  • It examines clinical presentations, diagnostic challenges, and treatment strategies for TB-related heart disease.
  • The review focuses on pericarditis, myocarditis, aortitis, and cardiac tuberculomas.

Main Results:

  • Tuberculous pericarditis is the most common cardiac manifestation, often difficult to treat due to poor drug penetration.
  • Tuberculous aortitis can lead to aortic dilatation, pseudoaneurysm, and rupture, while cardiac tuberculomas may obstruct heart function.
  • TB infection is linked to increased risks of myocardial infarction and coronary artery obstruction, alongside treatment-induced cardiotoxicity.

Conclusions:

  • Cardiovascular complications of TB are diverse and can lead to severe outcomes, including sudden cardiac death, sepsis, and aortic rupture.
  • Timely diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach involving cardiologists and infectious disease specialists are crucial.
  • Increased awareness and prompt management are essential to mitigate the impact of TB on cardiovascular health.