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What is the definition of Giant Cell Myocarditis?
An often fatal inflammatory disorder that affects the myocardium. Morphologically, it is characterized by the presence of an inflammatory infiltrate in the myocardial tissue that includes multinucleated giant cells. It is often associated with the presence of an autoimmune disorder. Patients present with arrhythmias and/or heart failure. Heart transplantation is the only treatment option available.
What are the alternative names for Giant Cell Myocarditis?
  • Giant cell myocarditis
  • GCM
  • Idiopathic giant-cell myocarditis
Who are the top Giant Cell Myocarditis Local Doctors?
Elite in Giant Cell Myocarditis
Jukka V. Lehtonen
Elite in Giant Cell Myocarditis
Jukka V. Lehtonen
Pl 340, 
Helsinki, FI 

Jukka Lehtonen practices in Helsinki, Finland. Lehtonen is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Myocarditis. Their top areas of expertise are Giant Cell Myocarditis, Sarcoidosis, Myocarditis, Heart Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy.

Elite in Giant Cell Myocarditis
Markku Kupari
Elite in Giant Cell Myocarditis
Markku Kupari
Helsinki, FI 

Markku Kupari practices in Helsinki, Finland. Kupari is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Myocarditis. Their top areas of expertise are Giant Cell Myocarditis, Sarcoidosis, Myocarditis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Transplant.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Giant Cell Myocarditis
Emanuele Bobbio
Elite in Giant Cell Myocarditis
Emanuele Bobbio
Goeteborg, O, SE 

Emanuele Bobbio practices in Goeteborg, Sweden. Mr. Bobbio is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Giant Cell Myocarditis, Myocarditis, Sarcoidosis, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center