The vulnerability of the Heart during Diarrhea: A case report on pericarditis linked to Inflammatory bowel disease

Pericarditis, although a rare extraintestinal manifestation of IBD, should be considered in patients with UC presenting with chest pain. This report highlights the need for heightened awareness and careful management of pericarditis in UC patients. Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for cardiovascular complications in IBD, ensuring timely diagnosis and intervention.