A Case Report of Perimyocarditis as a Rare Complication of Campylobacteriosis

Abstract

Campylobacter species is one of the most common infections that cause gastroenteritis in developed countries. Although most Campylobacter infections are self-limited, cases can be complicated by extraintestinal presentation, such as myocarditis, pericarditis, or perimyocarditis. We report herein a case of perimyocarditis complicating gastroenteritis in a 24-yearold male. The patient presented with abdominal pain, diarrhea, and dehydration over a couple of days, progressively worsening with substernal chest pain and dyspnea. Troponins were elevated, and ECG showed diffuse concave ST elevation and PR segment depression. Based on the clinical signs and symptoms, the diagnosis of perimyocarditis was made, and he was treated accordingly with a favorable outcome.