The Fibrinogen Polymerization Test in Nonspecific Myocarditis and Pericarditis

Abstract

The frequent involvement of the myocardium and pericardium in infections of bacterial, viral, and rickettsial

Cardiovascular Disease: Myocardiopathies

“…The FP test was found to be co�sistent1y positive in all patients with non specific myo-and pericarditis, as well as in those with acute myocarditis and pericarditis associated with rheumatic valvular disease (104). Careful perusal of the original article raises substantial doubt as to any specific value of this procedure in diagnosing the myocardiopathies.…”

“…Careful perusal of the original article raises substantial doubt as to any specific value of this procedure in diagnosing the myocardiopathies. groups (103,104) as a diagnostic aid in heart disease of unknown etiology with(JUt mortality or serious morbidity. This technique is too recent for critical appraisal.…”