Peripartum Cardiomyopathy
Alternate Names : Cardiomyopathy - Peripartum
Definition
Peripartum cardiomyopathy is a rare disorder in which a weakened heart is diagnosed within the last month of pregnancy, or within 5 months after delivery.
Cardiomyopathy occurs when there is damage to the heart. The heart muscle becomes weakened and cannot pump blood efficiently. Decreased heart function affects the lungs, liver, and other body systems.
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• Heart Disease
• Heart Failure
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Tests & Exams
• Blood Pressure
• Chest X-Ray
• Coronary Angiography
• ECG
• Echocardiogram
• Myocardial Biopsy
• Nuclear Ventriculography (MUGA or RNV)
• Thoracic CT
Surgery & Procedures
• Heart Transplant
Other Topics
• Acute
• Auscultation
• Blood Pressure - Low
• Breathing Difficulty
• Breathing Difficulty - Lying Down
• Cardiovascular
• Chest Pain
• Fainting
• Fatigue
• Heartbeat Sensations
• Muscle Cramps
• Obesity
• Palpation
• Percussion
• Swelling
• Urination - Excessive at Night
• Weight Gain - Unintentional
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