Cardiac sarcoidosis in a patient with testicular seminoma.

Sarcoidosis is a multisystem disorder characterised by non-caseating granulomas that typically affect the lungs, skin and lymph nodes. Sarcoidosis has been associated with various cancers, and we describe the case of a patient with systemic sarcoidosis associated with testicular seminoma. This was originally diagnosed as stable sarcoid-like reaction. He subsequently presented with ventricular tachycardia. Cardiovascular MRI suggested cardiac sarcoidosis, which was confirmed by myocardial biopsy. This case highlights the association between some types of cancer and sarcoidosis. In addition, it highlights the importance of close follow-up for patients with a history of malignancy to monitor for sarcoid-like reactions and sarcoidosis, which are often difficult to differentiate clinically. © BMJ Publishing Group Limited 2019. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ.