Myocardial Recovery in Peripartum Cardiomyopathy After Hyperprolactinemia Treatment on BIVAD

ASAIO J. 2017 Jan/Feb;63(1):109-111. doi: 10.1097/MAT.0000000000000452.

Abstract

Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCMP) requiring mechanical circulatory support is rare; however, it is a life-threatening disease with recovery rates poorer than expected. Herein, we describe a case of successful recovery of a patient with PPCMP. Implantation of a biventricular ventricular assist device was performed; additionally, the patient's hyperprolactinemia was treated with cabergoline, resulting in a fast complete restoration of ventricular function.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cardiomyopathies / physiopathology
  • Cardiomyopathies / therapy*
  • Female
  • Heart Ventricles / physiopathology*
  • Heart-Assist Devices*
  • Humans
  • Hyperprolactinemia / drug therapy*
  • Pregnancy
  • Puerperal Disorders / physiopathology
  • Puerperal Disorders / therapy*