Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis Presenting as Acute Non-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction: A Case Report
Vamsi K Kaza, Swarna D Kurgayala
Keywords :
Case report, Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis, Non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction, Vasculitis
Citation Information :
Kaza VK, Kurgayala SD. Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis Presenting as Acute Non-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction: A Case Report. 2023; 2 (4):103-105.
Coronary artery involvement though known is rare in eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis. Cardiac involvement is associated with worse outcomes but early detection and appropriate treatment can prevent progression, and reduce overall mortality. We highlight the need for an open approach in younger patients presenting with chest pain, particularly the ones without major risk factors for atherosclerosis. This should prompt suspicion of a vasculitic cause of the chest pain and thereby help with early detection.
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