Acute cardiac disease in a young patient with Campylobacter jejuni infection: a case report

Kratzer, Christina; Wolf, Florian; Graninger, Wolfgang; Weissel, M

doi:10.1007/s00508-010-1381-6

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“…A number of C. jejuni-associated myo(peri)carditis cases have been published since 1980 (213)(214)(215)(216)(217)(218)(219)(220)(221)(222)(223)(224)(225)(226)(227)(228)(229)(230). These reports collectively indicate that patients usually present with symptoms such as thoracic pain, with concomitant electrocardiogram changes as well as increased levels of cardiac enzymes, 3 to 5 days after the onset of gastroenteritis.…”

Section: Cardiovascular Complicationsmentioning

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Global Epidemiology of Campylobacter Infection

et al. 2015

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SUMMARY Campylobacter jejuni infection is one of the most widespread infectious diseases of the last century. The incidence and prevalence of campylobacteriosis have increased in both developed and developing countries over the last 10 years. The dramatic increase in North America, Europe, and Australia is alarming, and data from parts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East indicate that campylobacteriosis is endemic in these areas, especially in children. In addition to C. jejuni , there is increasing recognition of the clinical importance of emerging Campylobacter species, including Campylobacter concisus and Campylobacter ureolyticus . Poultry is a major reservoir and source of transmission of campylobacteriosis to humans. Other risk factors include consumption of animal products and water, contact with animals, and international travel. Strategic implementation of multifaceted biocontrol measures to reduce the transmission of this group of pathogens is paramount for public health. Overall, campylobacteriosis is still one of the most important infectious diseases that is likely to challenge global health in the years to come. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the global epidemiology, transmission, and clinical relevance of Campylobacter infection.

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Section: Cardiovascular Complicationsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Global Epidemiology of Campylobacter Infection

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“… 44 2012 Campylobacter jejuni M 17 Fever, GE + 269 413 ST-elevation 0 – + 60 0 0 + 0 0 – Probable Kratzer et al. 45 2010 Campylobacter jejuni M 19 Fever, GE + 15.05 7 ST-elevation 0 + + 55 0 0 + 0 0 – Probable Nevzorov et al. 46 2010 Campylobacter spp M 24 Fever, GE 0 – – Ripolarization abn.…”

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“…The overall median LVEF at admission was 45%, 20 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 38 , 39 , 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 45 , 46 , 47 , 48 , 49 , 50 , 51 , 52 , 53 and patients with sepsis had significantly lower values (35% 20 , 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 , 27 , 28 , 29 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 38 , 39 , 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 vs 50% 39 , 44 , 45 , 46 , 47 , 48 , 49 , 50 , 51 , 52 , 53 , 54 , 55 , 56 ; (p < 0.001)).…”

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Epidemiologic and clinical profiles of bacterial myocarditis. Report of two cases and data from a pooled analysis

Ferrero

Piazza

Lorini

et al. 2020

Indian Heart Journal

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We aimed to characterize the epidemiology, diagnostic peculiarities and outcome determinants of bacterial myocarditis. Two cases from our institution and literature reports were collected ending up with a total of 66 cases. In 37 (56%) patients, the diagnosis was confirmed by magnetic resonance and histopathological criteria. The other patients were classified as having possible myocarditis. Only occurrence of rhythm disturbances was associated with the specific diagnosis of myocarditis (p = 0.04). Thirty-two (48%) patients presented with severe sepsis that was associated with a worse prognosis. At multivariate analysis, left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) at admission and heart rhythm disturbances were associated with incomplete recovery (odds ratio (OR) 1.1, 95% (CI) 1.03–1.2, p = 0.004 and OR 6.6, 95% CI 1.35–32.5, p = 0.02, respectively). In summary, bacterial myocarditis is uncommon. Most commonly, it is secondary to septic dissemination of bacteria or to transient secondary myocardial toxicity.

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“… a Campylobacter not identified to the species level (ref [ 26 ] and [ 28 ]) b Mean age (43 years old) of the patient series which included one case of Campylobacter (ref [ 28 ]) …”

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Campylobacter jejuni-associated perimyocarditis: two case reports and review of the literature

et al. 2016

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BackgroundCampylobacter spp. are among the most common bacterial causes of gastroenteritis world-wide and mostly follow a benign course. We report two cases of Campylobacter jejuni-associated perimyocarditis, the first two simultaneous cases published to date and the third and fourth cases over all in Sweden, and a review of the literature.Case presentationA previously healthy 24-yo male (A) presented at the Emergency Department(ED) with recent onset of chest pain and a 3-day history of abdominal pain, fever and diarrhoea. The symptoms began within a few hours of returning from a tourist visit to a central European capital. Vital signs were stable, the Electrocardiogram(ECG) showed generalized ST-elevation, laboratory testing showed increased levels of C-reactive protein(CRP) and high-sensitive Troponin T(hsTnT). Transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) was normal, stool cultures were positive for C Jejuni and blood cultures were negative. Two days after patient A was admitted to the ED his travel companion (B), also a previously healthy male (23-yo), presented at the same ED with almost identical symptoms: chest pain precipitated by a few days of abdominal pain, fever and diarrhoea. Patient B declared that he and patient A had ingested chicken prior to returning from their tourist trip. Laboratory tests showed elevated CRP and hsTnT but the ECG and TTE were normal. In both cases, the diagnosis of C jejuni-associated perimyocarditis was set based on the typical presentation and positive stool cultures with identical strains. Both patients were given antibiotics, rapidly improved and were fully recovered at 6-week follow up.ConclusionPerimyocarditis is a rare complication of C jejuni infections but should not be overlooked considering the risk of heart failure. With treatment, the prognosis of full recovery is good but several questions remain to be answered regarding the pathophysiology and the male preponderance of the condition.

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Acute cardiac disease in a young patient with Campylobacter jejuni infection: a case report

Cited by 7 publications

References 10 publications

Global Epidemiology of Campylobacter Infection

Global Epidemiology of Campylobacter Infection

Epidemiologic and clinical profiles of bacterial myocarditis. Report of two cases and data from a pooled analysis

Campylobacter jejuni-associated perimyocarditis: two case reports and review of the literature

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