What is the LVEF recovery rate in PPCM?

50-80% of PPCM patients recover LVEF >=50% within 6-12 months on GDMT. Predictors of recovery: LVEF >=30% at presentation, absence of LV dilation, non-Black race, and diagnosis within 2 weeks postpartum.

What is the role of bromocriptine in PPCM?

Bromocriptine inhibits prolactin secretion, reducing prolactin-16kDa fragment that causes oxidative stress in cardiomyocytes. EPOC trial showed improved EF recovery with bromocriptine 2.5mg BID for 1 week.

Can patients with PPCM have future pregnancies?

Subsequent pregnancy in PPCM carries 25-50% risk of EF deterioration regardless of prior recovery. Women with persistent LV dysfunction (LVEF <50%) face very high risk and pregnancy is generally discouraged.

Peripartum Cardiomyopathy LVEF Recovery

Estimate LVEF recovery probability in peripartum cardiomyopathy. 50-80% of patients recover LVEF >=50% within 6-12 months; predictors include higher baseline LVEF and non-Black race.

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Enter the values for the scenario you are assessing. Estimate LVEF recovery probability in peripartum cardiomyopathy. 50-80% of patients recover LVEF >=50% within 6-12 months; predictors include higher baseline LVEF and non-Black race. Use the ppcm lvef recovery result to inform your calculation.

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