Case Reports in Cardiology (Jan 2021)
Statin-Induced Triad of Autoimmune Myocarditis, Myositis, and Transaminitis
Abstract
Despite well-established cardiovascular benefits, statins have been associated with myopathic side effects ranging from myalgias to rhabdomyolysis and autoimmune necrotizing myositis. Statins have not been previously shown to cause myocarditis. Our case highlights this rare entity.