title: Peripartum cardiomyopathy.
abstract: Peripartum cardiomyopathy is a form of dilated cardiomyopathy of indeterminate aetiology occurring in late pregnancy or the months following delivery. This article reviews current knowledge of its pathophysiology, therapeutic strategies and prognosis, as well as new treatments and future directions.
authors: Foundation Year Doctor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Mater Dei Hospital, Tal-Qroqq, Msida MSD 2090, Malta.
authors: Sarah
authors: S
authors: Grixti
authors: Caroline J
authors: CJ
authors: Magri
authors: Robert
authors: R
authors: Xuereb
authors: Stephen
authors: S
authors: Fava
mesh_terms: D002311:Cardiomyopathy, Dilated / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006333:Heart Failure / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D058725:Peripartum Period; D011247:Pregnancy; D011249:Pregnancy Complications, Cardiovascular / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy; D011379:Prognosis; D011644:Puerperal Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy