Lightning-induced myocardial injury. A case report with management.
A young patient of lightning induced myocardial injury with chest pain is described. Electro-cardiogram mimicked true myocardial infarction (due to coronary artery disease). Practical aspects of case management is discussed. Use of short course of steroid helped in early recovery.
D000328:Adult; D003907:Dexamethasone / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004556:Electric Injuries / Q000209:etiology*; D004562:Electrocardiography; D005440:Fluid Therapy; D006331:Heart Diseases / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy; D006334:Heart Function Tests; D006335:Heart Injuries / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008030:Lightning; D008297:Male; D008614:Meperidine / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012120:Respiration Disorders / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy; D012151:Resuscitation
D003907:Dexamethasone; D008614:Meperidine