Management of Arrhythmias in Cardiac Sarcoidosis

Clin Cardiol. 2015 Oct;38(10):635-40. doi: 10.1002/clc.22430. Epub 2015 Jul 14.

Abstract

The prevalence of cardiac involvement in sarcoidosis is under-recognized and is associated with multiple complications, including conduction block, arrhythmias, and sudden death. The comparative roles of common therapies have been inadequately studied. The purpose of this review is to examine the literature regarding treatments utilized to manage arrhythmias associated with cardiac sarcoidosis.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Arrhythmias, Cardiac / diagnosis
  • Arrhythmias, Cardiac / etiology
  • Arrhythmias, Cardiac / therapy*
  • Cardiomyopathies / complications*
  • Cardiomyopathies / diagnosis
  • Humans
  • Sarcoidosis / complications*
  • Sarcoidosis / diagnosis
  • Treatment Outcome