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Postpartum cardiomyopathy with severe complications: multimodal management and long-term recovery

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Postpartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a rising research interest in idiopathic cardiomyopathy with heart failure secondary to systolic dysfunction of the left ventricle, diagnosed when no other origin can be established. As the diagnostic possibilities progress, the frequency of PPCM rises, becoming challenging even for the multidisciplinary team. This case goes beyond the rigid definition of PPCM, as it is hard to say with certainty if the PPCM was "only" initial syndrome, or final diagnosis. Two elements of the treatment procedure should be highlighted as crucial for a patient's recovery: effective control of VT and finding the proper anticoagulant therapy (heparin alternative).

Source: Future Cardiology

DOI: 10.1080/14796678.2025.2543677

Authors: Mariola Szulik, Katarzyna Mykieta, Natasza Millan, Alexander Suchodolski

Institutions: Medical University of Silesia, Silesian Center for Heart Disease, WSB University

Language: English

Topic: Cardiovascular Issues in Pregnancy

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W4413099744

FWCI: 0.633

Cites: 17

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10