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Abstract We describe a case of dengue shock syndrome, perimyocarditis, and low-pressure cardiac tamponade following a trip to the Caribbean. The case was managed in the critical care unit and… Click to show full abstract
Abstract We describe a case of dengue shock syndrome, perimyocarditis, and low-pressure cardiac tamponade following a trip to the Caribbean. The case was managed in the critical care unit and 6 weeks after discharge the patient was asymptomatic with a normal ejection fraction. Dengue fever presenting as cardiac tamponade is exceedingly rare and emphasizes the importance of taking a thorough travel history as well as being aware of atypical manifestations of rare diseases to make a correct diagnosis.
Keywords:
pressure cardiac;
perimyocarditis low;
low pressure;
tamponade;
dengue fever;
cardiac tamponade
Journal Title: Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings
Year Published: 2018
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Journal Title: Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings
Year Published: 2018
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