Archives of disease in childhood
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Observational Study
Parvovirus B19 myocarditis in children: an observational study.
The advent of PCR testing for the presence of viral genomes has led to the identification of parvovirus B19 (PVB19) as a causative agent of myocarditis. ⋯ PVB19 can cause a devastating myocarditis in children. Children with fulminant myocarditis, ST segment changes or a short prodrome have the worst outcome. Transplantation may be considered, but is rarely required in the acute period if mechanical circulatory support is utilised. If the initial presentation is survived, recovery of the myocardium can occur even in those who had fulminant myocarditis.