Emergent simultaneous cesarean section and maternal cardiac surgery.
Cristina Barbero, Antonio Loforte, Valentina Scala et al.
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Case in brief
A 38-year-old woman at 37 weeks of pregnancy presented with severe dyspnea and hypertension. Echocardiography revealed a 4 cm myxoma in the left atrium causing significant left ventricular inflow obstruction. A multidisciplinary team performed an urgent cesarean section followed by minimally invasive excision of the myxoma. Both mother and baby recovered well and were discharged after thirteen days.
Diagnostic / clinical pearl
This case highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing pregnant patients with acute cardiac conditions, particularly when urgent interventions are required.
Why it matters
Effective management of cardiovascular disease in pregnancy can significantly improve outcomes for both mother and child, emphasizing the need for specialized care in such complex cases.