Kounis syndrome following multiple wasp stings: A case report

Clin Case Rep. 2023 Mar 14;11(3):e7026. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.7026. eCollection 2023 Mar.

Abstract

This is a case of Kounis syndrome with chest tightness, lightheadedness, unconsciousness, and features of shock following multiple wasp stings. Despite cardiopulmonary resuscitation and management of allergic and cardiac symptoms, the patient died. Kounis syndrome should be suspected when a patient presents with allergic symptoms and acute coronary syndrome.

Keywords: Kounis syndrome; acute coronary syndrome; case report.

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