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World J Clin Cases. Dec 26, 2021; 9(36): 11392-11399
Published online Dec 26, 2021. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i36.11392
Acute myocardial infarction in a young man with ankylosing spondylitis: A case report
Zhi-Hong Wan, Jing Wang, Qing Zhao
Zhi-Hong Wan, Jing Wang, Qing Zhao, Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, Huaihe Hospital of Henan University, Kaifeng 475000, Henan Province, China
Author contributions: Wan ZH and Zhao Q performed the diagnostic investigation; Wan ZH reviewed the literature and contributed to manuscript drafting; Wang J revised the manuscript; all authors issued final approval for the version to be submitted.
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Corresponding author: Zhao Qing, MD, Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, Huaihe Hospital of Henan University, No. 115 Ximen Street, Gulou District, Kaifeng 475000, Henan Province, China. 13837816780@163.com
Received: July 1, 2021
Peer-review started: July 1, 2021
First decision: July 26, 2021
Revised: July 27, 2021
Accepted: November 14, 2021
Article in press: November 14, 2021
Published online: December 26, 2021
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Core Tip

Core Tip: We described a case of a young man with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) who presented with acute myocardial infarction (AMI). In addition to treatment with a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug and a tumor necrosis factor inhibitor, stent placement completely relieved his back pain. This study highlights the possibility for AS to present with cardiovascular manifestations, including life-threatening AMI. Hence, it is important to consider the AS-related cardiovascular risk in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with back pain.