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Cardiac manifestations in MG can result from either the disease itself\u00a0\u2013\u00a0through myocarditis, autoantibodies and autonomic dysfunction\u00a0\u2013\u00a0or as a side effect of treatments such as pyridostigmine and immunosuppressants. Management strategies include considering discontinuation of pyridostigmine or using hyoscyamine to assess potential drug-induced bradyarrhythmias before proceeding with permanent pacing.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"j_jbcpp-2025-0155_abs_003\">\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This case highlights the diagnostic challenges in distinguishing iatrogenic from autoimmune cardiac complications and emphasizes the importance of cardiovascular monitoring in MG patients, especially those presenting with cardiac symptoms or EKG abnormalities. Early recognition and appropriate intervention are crucial to improve outcomes and quality of\u00a0life.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>","DOI":"10.1515\/jbcpp-2025-0155","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2025,9,30]],"date-time":"2025-09-30T03:55:37Z","timestamp":1759204537000},"page":"383-387","source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":0,"title":["Atrioventricular block and myastenia gravis. 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