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Acute Myocardial Infarction in Pregnancy
Tara Gédéon1, Elie Akl1, Rohan D'Souza2
1Department of Medicine, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Canada.
Current Problems in Cardiology
|July 28, 2022
Summary
Acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) in pregnancy is a growing concern, leading to maternal health issues. This review covers causes, diagnosis, and management of heart attacks during pregnancy.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Maternal Health
Background:
- Cardiovascular disease, especially ischemic heart disease, is a major cause of maternal mortality.
- Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) incidence in pregnancy is increasing due to advanced maternal age and cardiovascular risk factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of AMI in pregnancy.
- To discuss physiological changes, risk factors, etiologies, diagnosis, and management strategies.
- To outline considerations for labor, delivery, and long-term follow-up.
Main Methods:
- This is a narrative review.
- Literature search on physiological changes, risk factors, etiologies, diagnosis, and management of AMI in pregnancy.
Main Results:
- AMI in pregnancy presents unique diagnostic and management challenges.
- Increasing maternal age and cardiovascular risk factors contribute to rising AMI incidence.
- Diverse etiologies require tailored approaches.
Conclusions:
- AMI in pregnancy requires specific diagnostic and management considerations.
- Effective management involves understanding physiological changes, risk factors, and employing appropriate diagnostic and treatment strategies.
- Planning for labor, delivery, and long-term care is crucial for patient outcomes.
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