Most common aetiology of acute myocarditis is viral. The true incidence of myocarditis is unknown. Myocarditis should be ruled out in any child presenting with cardiac failure, unexplained shock, disproportionate tachycardia or with respiratory distress with cardiomegaly. Differential diagnosis, investigating approach and management in detail are outlined.
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Shakuntala, P., & Sumitra, V. (2008). Acute myocarditis. Indian Journal of Practical Pediatrics, 10(2), 65–73. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.0954-6820.1988.tb15763.x
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