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Postpartum Cardiomyopathy Definition
Common names:
  • Cardiomyopathy Postpartum
  • Congestive Heart Failure after Childbirth
  • Heart Failure after Childbirth
  • Post Partum Cardiomyopathy
  • Postpartum Cardiomyopathy
A woman with postpartum cardiomyopathy has weakening of the heart that may occur during pregnancy, or after delivery. Postpartum cardiomyopathy causes congestive heart failure. Symptoms include cough, fatigue, leg swelling, and difficulty breathing with exertion and when lying flat.

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Last Updated: Oct 21, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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