Myocarditis and Pericarditis

ABSTRACT

Myocarditis and pericarditis are defined as inflammation of the myocardium and pericardium, respectively, according to the current WHO classification. These diseases are usually self-limiting but may present with impaired cardiac function, arrhythmias or cardiogenic shock. This review discusses the management of myocarditis and pericarditis based on the current guidelines of the American College of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology. Treatment consists of specific therapy aimed at the cause (i.e., viral, fulminant, autoimmune) and nonspecific therapy aimed at the clinical manifestations such as heart failure or arrhythmias. © 2022 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved