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[Myocardial infarction and pregnancy].

E Perucca1, H Cazenave, H Zárate

  • 1Servicio de Obstetricia, Ginecología y Medicina, Hospital Barros Luco-Trudeau.

Revista Chilena De Obstetricia Y Ginecologia
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

A 42-year-old woman experienced myocardial infarction due to coronary spasm late in pregnancy. The case details diagnostic approaches, clinical course, and neonatal complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Obstetrics
  • Neonatology

Background:

  • Myocardial infarction during pregnancy is rare but serious.
  • Coronary artery spasm is a potential cause of myocardial infarction in pregnant women.

Observation:

  • A 42-year-old pregnant patient at 30.5 weeks gestation presented with myocardial infarction.
  • The infarction was attributed to coronary artery spasm.

Findings:

  • Diagnostic evaluation revealed coronary artery spasm as the etiology.
  • The clinical course and management strategies were documented.
  • Neonatal complications associated with the maternal event were observed.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering coronary artery spasm in pregnant women with myocardial infarction.

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  • Understanding diagnostic and management nuances is crucial for maternal and neonatal outcomes.
  • Further research may elucidate specific risk factors and preventative strategies.