Peripartum cardiomyopathy

@article{Murali2005PeripartumC,
  title={Peripartum cardiomyopathy},
  author={S. Murali and M. Baldisseri},
  journal={Critical Care Medicine},
  year={2005},
  volume={33},
  pages={S340-S346}
}
Objective:To provide a review of the cardiac and obstetrical literature regarding the development of peripartum cardiomyopathy and, in particular, to examine risk factors, incidence, diagnosis, prognosis, and evidence-based treatment modalities. Design:An extensive review of the current literature. Results:Peripartum cardiomyopathy is a cardiomyopathy of unknown cause that occurs in pregnant females, most commonly in the early postpartum period. It shares many clinical characteristics with… Expand
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Peripartum Cardiomyopathy
Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a rare form of unexplained cardiac failure of unknown origin, unique to the pregnant woman with highly variable outcome associated with high morbidity and… Expand
Peripartum cardiomyopathy — still unknown. Current state of knowledge
Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is defined as idiopathic cardiomyopathy which occurs at the end of pregnancy or in the first few months after delivery, with symptoms of heart failure (HF) secondary… Expand
Left Hemiplegia: An Unusual Presentation of Peripartum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM)
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An unusual case of PPCM is reported in a previously healthy woman who presented with features of heart failure and left hemiplegia due to thromboembolism, which suggests an autoimmune cause rather than the pregnancy exacerbating a pre-existing cardiomyopathy. Expand
Coexistence of postpartum cardiomyopathy and single coronary artery anomaly
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In this case study, coronary angiography was used to determine the etiology of the cardiomyopathy after the decompensated heart failure had regressed, and a congenital single coronary artery anomaly was detected by coronaryAngiography. Expand
Akut Hepatit Nedeniyle Tanı Konulan Peripartum Kardiyomyopati
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Management of pregnant women with cardiac diseases at potential risk of thromboembolism--experience and review.
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  • International journal of cardiology
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Prenatal correction of the underlying cardiac malformation, precise switch of anticoagulant administration, optimizing cardiac function, early delivery prior to heart failure, postpartum fluid restriction, minimized peripartum blood loss, and meticulously intensive cares are essential to achieve satisfactory outcomes. Expand
Kardiomiopatia połogowa — wciąż niepoznana. Aktualny stan wiedzy
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The clinical course of PPCM varies from life-threatening acute heart failure to mild symptoms mimicking the symptoms typical of the perinatal period, and the inclusion of bromocriptine in PPCm therapy seems to be justified, and in some cases improves the prognosis. Expand
Peripartum Cardiomyopathy: Do Exosomes Play a Role?
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This life-threatening condition is relatively uncommon, but the incidence has been climbing up, and because of its high mortality, it is crucial for physicians to have high suspicious for the disease. Expand
Critical Illness in Pregnancy: Part II: Common Medical Conditions Complicating Pregnancy and Puerperium.
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Pregnancy-specific adjustments in the management of obstetric disorders, including vaginal tract infections unique to pregnancy, and common neurologic problems in pregnancy include seizures, altered mental status, visual symptoms, and strokes are reviewed. Expand
Acute respiratory distress syndrome with transiently impaired left ventricular function and Torsades de Pointes arrhythmia unmasking congenital long QT syndrome in a 25-yr-old woman.
We report a case of recurrent episodes of Torsades de Pointes arrhythmia in the setting of transiently impaired left ventricular ejection fraction, acute respiratory distress syndrome, transient… Expand
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Patients with peripartum cardiomyopathy are diagnosed by clinical evaluation and echocardiography, and a standard heart failure medical regimen should be instituted, with significant improvement in ventricular function can be expected in up to 50% of patients. Expand
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