Reports a link between hydroxychloroquine cardiotoxicity and endocarditis in autoimmune disease, suggesting early imaging and care are crucial.
HCQ cardiotoxicity may present atypically with CMD and systolic heart failure, even in the absence of classic imaging features. Early recognition, multimodality imaging, biopsy confirmation, and coordinated multidisciplinary care are essential for accurate diagnosis and optimal management in patients with autoimmune disease.
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