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Stuck mechanical valve in pregnancy.

Askin A Korkmaz1, Murat Yuce, Feride Korkmaz

  • 1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Sema Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey. aakorkmaz@gmail.com

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Mechanical mitral valve thrombosis in pregnancy is a serious condition. This case highlights successful emergency valve replacement after Cesarean section for a pregnant patient with a stuck valve.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Obstetrics
  • Cardiac Surgery

Background:

  • Mechanical heart valves are crucial for treating valvular heart disease.
  • Pregnancy presents unique challenges for patients with mechanical heart valves.
  • Thrombosis of mechanical valves during pregnancy can lead to severe maternal and fetal complications.

Observation:

  • A pregnant patient at 36 weeks presented with severe dyspnea, tachypnea, and cyanosis.
  • Echocardiography confirmed a stuck mechanical mitral valve, indicating acute left ventricular heart failure.
  • The patient had a history of mechanical mitral valve implantation.

Findings:

  • Mechanical valve thrombosis was diagnosed as the cause of acute heart failure.
  • Emergency reoperative mitral valve replacement was successfully performed immediately after Cesarean section.
  • Both mother and baby recovered well and were discharged 11 days post-surgery.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of prompt diagnosis and management of mechanical valve thrombosis in pregnant patients.
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration between cardiology, cardiac surgery, and obstetrics is vital for optimal outcomes.
  • Timely surgical intervention, even in emergency settings, can lead to successful outcomes for mother and child.