The Heart as Victim

Abstract

More and more it is important to recognize the importance of autoimmune processes and autoaggressions in relation to heart disease and related deaths. This connection has always been present, but only recently has its importance been scientifically recognized. Myocarditis/Pericarditis as a result of mitochondriopathy and collagenosis is coming to the fore, especially since autoantibodies against RNA and DNA and adhesion of spike proteins to the ACE2-receptors of the myocardium are increasing in frequency due to COVID-19 and vaccination. The therapy of cardiac diseases thus acquires a different direction.