Steroid-Refractory Fulminant Lymphocytic Myocarditis Successfully Treated With Tacrolimus Guided by Serial Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Puntos clave

• This research investigates the effectiveness of tacrolimus in treating steroid-refractory fulminant lymphocytic myocarditis guided by cardiac magnetic resonance imaging.
• Utilized serial cardiac magnetic resonance imaging to monitor treatment response.
• Administered tacrolimus in patients with steroid-refractory myocarditis.
• Evaluated clinical outcomes based on imaging results.
• Patients showed improved cardiac function as observed in follow-up imaging assessments.
• Tacrolimus treatment led to significant symptom relief and quality of life improvements.
• No severe adverse effects were reported during the treatment phase.