Pregnancy-Related Cardiovascular Complications: Case Presentation and Review of Literature
HEART SURGERY FORUM, vol.19, no.5, 2016 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Review
- Volume: 19 Issue: 5
- Publication Date: 2016
- Doi Number: 10.1532/hsf.1654
- Journal Name: HEART SURGERY FORUM
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Background: Cardiovascular complications that can cause severe catastrophic outcomes for both the mother and the fetus are rarely seen during pregnancy. Time to diagnosis is often delayed by a low degree of suspicion and atypical presentation. We report surgical strategies in three pregnant women with cardiovascular complications.