| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9957113 | International Journal of Cardiology | 2005 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
The cardiovascular system undergoes important adaptations during pregnancy to accommodate for fetal requirements. This causes a hemodynamic burden on patients with underlying heart disease, and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Moreover, certain cardiovascular diseases may be due to pregnancy. Although unusual, these diseases can pose a threat to the pregnant woman and her fetus. This review will discuss cardiovascular adaptations to pregnancy as well as the risk of pregnancy in patients with underlying heart disease. It will also provide a brief overview of cardiovascular disorders associated with pregnancy.
Keywords
DICSVRACEIsPPCMGFRRPFHCMARBsAngiotensin converting enzyme inhibitorsPregnancyCardiac outputDVTDeep venous thrombosisrenal plasma flowFetusCardiovascular systemAngiotensin receptor blockersSystemic vascular resistanceGlomerular filtration ratePeripartum cardiomyopathyHypertrophic cardiomyopathyejection fractiondisseminated intravascular coagulopathy
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Authors
Amr E. Abbas, Steven J. Lester, Heidi Connolly,