A case of fatal peri-partum cardiomyopathy.
A case of fatal cardiomyopathy presenting in the puerperium is described. Despite extensive investigation and post-mortem examination no aetiological factor was found. The diagnosis of specific peri-partum cardiomyopathy is discussed.
D000328:Adult; D001794:Blood Pressure; D006328:Cardiac Catheterization; D004562:Electrocardiography; D005260:Female; D006321:Heart / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006331:Heart Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000401:mortality; D006801:Humans; D009206:Myocardium / Q000473:pathology; D010100:Oxygen / Q000097:blood; D011247:Pregnancy; D011644:Puerperal Disorders; D011859:Radiography
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