| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Cardiac complications | Treatment should be given for cardiac failure or arrhythmias. |
Physical exertion | Patients should avoid intense physical exertion because some evidence suggests it can induce potentially fatal ventricular arrhythmias. |
Immunosuppressive treatment | There is no evidence of benefit from glucocorticoids and immunosuppressive agents. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Antimicrobial therapy | Specific treatment may be used if a causative organism has been identified, but this is rare. |
Mechanical support | Patients responding inadequately to medical treatment may temporarily require a mechanical ventricular assist device for circulatory support. |
Transplantation | Cardiac transplantation may rarely be required. |