Myocarditis - Related Resources

Cochrane reviews

Corticosteroids may not reduce mortality in viral myocarditis with low left ventricular ejection fraction. Cardiac function may be improved by applying corticosteroids Corticosteroids for Viral Myocarditis.
There is no evidence from randomized controlled trials to support the use of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) for the management of presumed viral myocarditis Intravenous Immunoglobulin for Viral Myocarditis.

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