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Symptoms in women with Peripartum Cardiomyopathy: A mixed method study [PDF]
, 2016 Objective: Peripartum Cardiomyopathy is a form of cardiac disease often associated with cardiac failure, occurring in late pregnancy or after childbirth. The anatomical and physiological changes in the mother associated with normal pregnancy are profound,
Schaufelberger, Maria, +9 more
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Peripartum Cardiomyopathy: an Update [PDF]
Current Heart Failure Reports, 2018 Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is an idiopathic disorder defined as heart failure occurring in women during the last month of pregnancy and up to 5 months postpartum. In this review, we outline recent reports about the disease pathogenesis and management and highlight the use of diagnosis and prognosis biomarkers.Novel data strengthen the implication
Azibani, Feriel, Sliwa-Hahnle, Karen
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Bromocriptine as a new therapeutic agent for peripartum cardiomyopathy
Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism, 2012 Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a poorly understood, rare disorder in which left ventricular systolic dysfunction and symptoms of heart failure occur between the last month of pregnancy and the first 5 months postpartum.
Sandeep Chopra +2 more
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Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, 2013 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 mortality. PPCM is fraught with controversies in its definition, epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management.
Okeke, TC, Ezenyeaku, CCT, Ikeako, LC
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Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 8, August 2026.ABSTRACT Reverse Takotsubo syndrome should be considered in postpartum patients presenting with acute heart failure, particularly under extreme emotional stress. Early recognition and differentiation from peripartum cardiomyopathy are essential, given its rapid reversibility and favorable prognosis.
Ali Khalil +5 more
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Reverse Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Mimicking ST‐Elevation Myocardial Infarction in a Postpartum Woman
Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 8, August 2026.ABSTRACT Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as Gebrochenes‐Herz syndrome, transient apical ballooning syndrome, apical ballooning cardiomyopathy, stress‐induced cardiomyopathy, or broken heart syndrome, is a rare disease triggered by stressful events, such as a high plasma concentration of catecholamines and their metabolites, which resembles acute ...
Eshita Sharma +8 more
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Role of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in the management of myocarditis during caesarean birth
Anaesthesia Reports, Volume 14, Issue 2, July‐December 2026.Summary We describe a pregnant patient who presented in labour with diffuse ST‐segment elevation on electrocardiography and biochemical evidence of myocardial injury. Transthoracic echocardiography showed severe biventricular dysfunction. An urgent caesarean birth was indicated due to breech presentation and severe cardiac dysfunction.
Y. Hasan +3 more
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Patient feedback on an educational tool to empower patients after hypertensive pregnancy
Pregnancy, Volume 2, Issue 4, July 2026.Abstract Introduction Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDPs) are a leading contributor to preventable maternal morbidity and mortality and are associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The postpartum period represents a critical opportunity to improve engagement in follow‐up care and support cardiovascular disease prevention after ...
Ann C. Celi +11 more
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Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, 2021 Anaesthetic management of cardiac disorders in pregnancy has always been complicated and challenging. A rare but extremely fatal entity, peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a life-threatening disease affecting the parturient with mortality rates as high ...
Seelora Sahu +3 more
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Pregnancy, Volume 2, Issue 4, July 2026.Abstract Introduction While the strong association of prenatal depression with an increased risk of new cardiovascular disease (CVD) within 24 months postpartum has been demonstrated in two distinct cohorts, it is unclear if treatment of prenatal depression may mitigate this risk.
Christina M. Ackerman‐Banks +3 more
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