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On admission, he was hypotensive with elevated cardiac biomarkers and global left ventricular hypokinesia with a left ventricular ejection fraction of approximately 40%. Acute coronary syndrome was excluded by emergent coronary angiography. During evaluation in the cardiac catheterization laboratory, sustained ventricular tachycardia, rapidly worsening haemodynamic, and early signs of end-organ hypoperfusion indicated progressive cardiogenic shock with a high risk of further deterioration. Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) was therefore initiated based on these evolving clinical findings. Despite initial stabilization, the patient developed complete atrioventricular block followed by pulseless electrical activity, resulting in cardiac arrest within approximately 4\u2005h of presentation. Combined support with VA-ECMO and Impella CP was established. Cardiac function gradually recovered, and the patient was successfully weaned from MCS. Endomyocardial biopsy confirmed lymphocytic myocarditis.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This case highlights the clinical importance of determining the optimal timing of MCS initiation in patients with suspected FM at high risk of rapid deterioration. 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