Peri-Infarct Pericarditis in a Late-Presenting Myocardial Infarction.

Recognizing a myocardial infarction (MI) is an important requirement of any clinician; however, what may become challenging is recognizing post-MI-related complications. In cases such as the one presented here, some patients who are late to receive evaluation with MI can develop peri-infarct pericarditis. This unique complication is important to consider should patients develop signs of pericarditis after a recent MI and requires a treatment regimen designed to manage both pericarditis and MI simultaneously.

When Revascularization May Be Appropriate in Atherosclerotic Renal Artery Stenosis.

Renal artery stenosis (RAS) is a condition that involves the narrowing of one or both renal arteries, most commonly caused by either atherosclerosis or fibroplasia. RAS can present in a multitude of clinical manifestations involving hypertension (HTN), heart failure, and renal failure. Current recommendations for treating patients with RAS involve strict medical therapy often without invasive therapies.