PERIPARTUM CARDIOMYOPATHY: A CASE REPORT
Journal Title: Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences - Year 2015, Vol 4, Issue 27
Abstract
Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a rare form of heart failure with a reported Incidence of 1 per3000 to 1 per 4000 live births and a fatality rate of 20 – 50%.Onset is usually between the last month of pregnancy and up to 5 months postpartum in previously healthy women. Although viral autoimmune and idiopathic factors may be contributory, its etiology remains unknown. PPCM is usually presents with signs and symptoms of congestive heart failure. Early diagnosis is important and effective treatment reduces mortality rates and increases the chance of complete recovery of ventricular systolic function.
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Sowjanya R, Saritha K, Shravya T
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