An indirect effect of covid-19 on the heart: A case report

JRSM Cardiovasc Dis. 2021 Mar 12:10:2048004020974238. doi: 10.1177/2048004020974238. eCollection 2021 Jan-Dec.

Abstract

Covid-19 virus has been recognized to develop major cardiac complications. The indirect effect of the virus though, in terms of fear for hospital admissions, constitutes a greater threat. In this case we present a 69-year old male patient who suffered from a myocardial infarction that has not been given the proper attention due to the fear of in-hospital contact with covid patients. The result was the delayed revascularization and eventually the development of heart failure. This case presents the full range of covid-19 affection to the heart and raises the public awareness for not underestimating symptoms suggesting life-threatening conditions.

Keywords: Acute myocardial infarction; case report; covid-19; heart failure.

Publication types

  • Case Reports