A case of fatal peri-partum cardiomyopathy
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- 1 March 1970
- Vol. 32 (2) , 272-276
- https://doi.org/10.1136/hrt.32.2.272
Abstract
A case of fatal cardiomyopathy presenting in the puerperium is described. Despite extensive investigation and post-mortem examination no aetiological factor was found. The diagnosis of specific peri-partum cardiomyopathy is discussed.Keywords
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