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Beyond conduction defects: fetal myocarditis as a rare cardiac manifestation in anti-Ro/La positive lupus pregnancy

Fetal myocarditis is an uncommon yet potentially fatal complication of maternal systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), in contrast to the more recognized congenital heart block (CHB). We report a case of a fetal myocarditis in young female with lupus and anti-Ro/SSA and anti-La/SSB antibodies positivity. This case emphasizes the importance of early fetal monitoring in lupus pregnancies and highlights the complex role of maternal auto antibodies in fetal cardiac inflammation.