Prognostic Implications of Clinical- and Imaging Diagnostic Criteria for Myocarditis

In the October 8, 2024 issue of JACC, a pivotal study explores the prognostic implications of various diagnostic criteria for myocarditis, comparing the European Society of Cardiology and the late-luis criteria. The findings reveal that while most patients can be diagnosed using ESC criteria, the combination of both sets enhances risk stratification, emphasizing the need for collaboration between clinical cardiologists and imaging specialists in managing suspected myocarditis cases.

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