Peripartum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM)

PPCM is a rare but potentially life-threatening form of cardiac disease which occurs exclusively in and around pregnancy. This webinar discussed

• Symptoms of PPCM
• How to recognise when common pregnancy symptoms are no longer normal.
• The impact of experiencing PPCM (a patient perspective)
• Diagnosis and management of PPCM

Speakers:

• Dr Matthew Cauldwell, Consultant Obstetrician and Maternal Medicine Specialist, St. George’s Hospital, London. Honorary Clinical Lecturer, Imperial College, London
• Dr Dawn Adamson, Clinical Lead for ACHD and Obstetric Cardiology Services, University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire
• Two service users will talk about their lived experiences.

Resources

• For more information visit the UK Maternal Cardiology Society website
• Dr Matthew Cauldwell slides