Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pancarditis
Noun
/ˌpæn.kɑːrˈdaɪ.tɪs/
Definition
Pancarditis is an inflammation of the entire heart, affecting all layers, including the endocardium, myocardium, and pericardium.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with pancarditis after showing symptoms of chest pain and fatigue.
- Pancarditis can occur as a complication of rheumatic fever.
- Doctors often treat pancarditis with anti-inflammatory medications.
Meaning
The term refers to a condition where the heart is inflamed throughout, which can lead to various cardiac complications.
Synonyms
- Carditis
- Myocarditis
- Endocarditis
