Varicella Zoster Virus Vasculopathy: An Under-Recognized Entity.

Varicella zoster virus (VZV) vasculopathy is a rare yet potentially severe neurological manifestation resulting from VZV reactivation, primarily affecting immunocompromised individuals. We present a case report of a 61-year-old male with VZV vasculopathy who initially presented with herpes zoster ophthalmicus, subsequently complicated by meningoencephalitis and an acute infarct in the territory of the left middle cerebral artery (MCA). Imaging revealed acute and chronic infarcts in the capsuloganglionic regions, accompanied by thickening and enhancement of the left MCA wall.

A Review of Nuclear Imaging in Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy.

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy or Takotsubo Syndrome (TTS) is a reversible left ventricular dysfunction syndrome that is increasingly being recognized. Recent advances in nuclear imaging have allowed us to study TTS in greater detail. We searched the PubMed and Medline databases and identified 53 publications with 221 patients reporting nuclear imaging findings in TTS.

Coronavirus disease 2019 and mechanical circulatory support devices: a comprehensive review.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) can cause circulatory shock refractory to medical therapy. Such patients can be managed with mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices like IABP, Impella, VA ECMO, and Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs). Moreover, patients on long-term durable LVADs are a special population having increased susceptibility and mortality to COVID-19 infection.

A review of the presentation and outcome of left ventricular thrombus in coronavirus disease 2019 infection.

Background: Cardiovascular complications of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which is caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS- CoV-2), have been documented both in the acute phase and in convalescence. One such complication is the formation of the left ventricular (LV) thrombus. There is a lack of clarity regarding the incidence, risk factors, and management of this complication.

A review of the presentation and outcome of sarcoidosis in coronavirus disease 2019.

Background: In the setting of the current pandemic, concerns have arisen regarding the multisystemic involvement of sarcoidosis and the possible exacerbations in response to the exposure to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2.

Aim: This study aims to compare the differences in clinical presentation, management, and outcome of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) between patients with sarcoidosis and those in the general population.

Methods: A literature search was conducted by reviewing original research articles such as case reports, case series, observational studies, and questionnaire-based surveys published in PubMed/Medline, Web of Science, and Google scholar.