Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) and Acute Myopericarditis in an Immunocompetent Patient: First Demonstrated Case and Discussion

François Roubille; Gérald Gahide; Tom Moore-Morris; Mathieu Granier; Jean-Marc Davy; Hélène Vernhet; Christophe Piot

doi:10.2169/internalmedicine.47.0691

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Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) and Acute Myopericarditis in an Immunocompetent Patient: First Demonstrated Case and Discussion

François Roubille, Gérald Gahide, Tom Moore-Morris, Mathieu Granier, Jean-Marc Davy, Hélène Vernhet, Christophe Piot

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Keywords: EBV, acute myocarditis, myopericarditis, MRI

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2008 Volume 47 Issue 7 Pages 627-629

DOI https://doi.org/10.2169/internalmedicine.47.0691

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Abstract

Acute viral infections can lead to heart inflammation, including acute myocarditis. We report the first case of myopericarditis in a young immunocompetent adult, in the context of recent Epstein-Barr virus infection. Clinical presentation was common acute pericarditis, but with risk biomarkers: high troponin I levels and multiple inflammation-compatible images on MRI. Diagnosis of myopericarditis was established, and then hospitalization was necessary. Clinical electrocardiographic settings and MRI are shown; EBV cardiac effects are discussed.

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