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Severe Lung Infection During COVID-19 Can Cause Damage to the Heart

DAIC

The research, published in the journal Circulation, specifically looked at damage to the hearts of people with SARS-CoV2-associated acute respiratory distress syndrome ( ARDS ), a serious lung condition that can be fatal.

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What are treatment options for this rhythm, when all else fails?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Cardiac function is poor, with akinesis of the LAD territory. Another approach is sympathetic chain (stellate ganglion) blockade if you have the skills to do it: it requires some expertise and ultrasound guidance. The echo images below were obtained on the day of presentation after PCI.