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Publication Date
8-2026
Disclaimer
These guidelines do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different and those individuals involved in providing health care are expected to use their judgment in determining what is in the best interests of the patient based on the circumstances existing at the time. It is impossible to anticipate all possible situations that may exist and to prepare guidelines for each. Accordingly, these guidelines should guide care with the understanding that departures from them may be required at times.
Objective of the Clinical Pathway
To provide care standards for the patient who presents with concerns for myocarditis, including clinical assessment, testing, imaging, and consultation.
Target Users
Physicians (Ambulatory Pediatricians, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Radiology, and Cardiology), fellows, and residents; Nurses (Advanced Practice and Registered); Radiology techs and sonographers
Disciplines
Pediatrics
Recommended Citation
Children's Mercy Kansas City, "Myocarditis" (2026). Clinical Pathways.
https://scholarlyexchange.childrensmercy.org/clinical_pathways/64
Comments
Clinical Pathways promote evidence-based, safe, and high-value patient care by providing clinical recommendations and standard processes. They are developed by multidisciplinary committees of subject-matter experts, informed by a methodical review of available evidence and by consensus among committee members.