What causes Dressler’s syndrome?

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What causes Dressler’s syndrome?

Healthcare experts don’t know the exact cause of Dressler’s syndrome. They believe it’s the result of an immune system response following injury or damage to the cells of your heart or pericardium.

Possible Dressler’s syndrome causes include:

  • Heart attack (myocardial infarction).
  • Heart surgery.
  • Invasive procedures, such as cardiac ablation or implantation of a pacemaker.
  • Chest injury or trauma.

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