title: Symmetrical peripheral gangrene associated with peripartum cardiomyopathy.
abstract: Symmetrical peripheral gangrene (SPG) is a rare clinical entity. It was first described in late 19(th) century and since then has been reported with array of medical conditions mainly those complicated with shock, sepsis, and disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Here in, we describe a parturient with peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) and SPG. Clinicians should be aware of this entity as early recognition can help in reducing morbidity and mortality.
authors.affiliation: Department of Medicine, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Govt. Medical College, Tanda, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India.
authors.forename: Ajay
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Jaryal
authors.forename: Sujeet
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Raina
authors.forename: Surender
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Thakur
authors.forename: Tushar
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Sontakke
keywords: Disseminated intravascular coagulation; peripartum cardiomyopathy; symmetrical peripheral gangrene