Monkeypox associated myocarditis: A case report. (2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Brouillard, Philippe; Valin-Thorburn, Anthony; Provost, Yves; Chakravarti, Arpita; Honos, George; Tournoux, François; Tremblay, Cécile
• Is Part Of: IDCases. Volume 30(2022)
• Publication Date: 2022
• Subjects: Myocarditis -- Monkeypox; Communicable diseases -- Periodicals; Communicable Diseases -- Case Reports; Communicable Diseases -- Periodicals; Communicable diseases; Periodicals; 616.9
• DOI: 10.1016/j.idcr.2022.e01628
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2214-2509

Abstract

Abstract: Monkeypox is a zoonotic Orthopoxvirus infection usually present in regions of Africa. Recent outbreaks of Monkeypox infection have been reported in non endemic region and human-to-human contact is believed to be the main driver for propagation. While the disease is usually self-contained, severe complications, such as neurological and ocular involvements may arise. We report the case of a 34-year-old male who presented with myocarditis and concurrent genital Monkeypox infection. Other usual causes of myocardial injury were ruled out. We believe it to be the first documented case of myocarditis secondary to Monkeypox. We report a new complication of the disease and the possible underlying mechanisms. Our case report raises awareness about possible unknown complications of Monkeypox as outbreaks continue to happen around the world.