Navigating Cardiomyopathy in Pregnancy: Insights for Primary Care Providers
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Cardiac diseases detected during pregnancy are a major cause of maternal morbidity and mortality. Peripartum cardiomyopathy and Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, although uncommon, have favourable outcomes if detected early and managed appropriately. Diagnosis of both conditions is often challenging and delayed due to its nature of presentation. This paper seeks to offer a comprehensive overview of both peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) and Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TC), with a focus on primary care perspectives.
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