Abstract P116: Postpartum Catastrophe With Intracerebral Hemorrhage and Concurrent Cardiomyopathy [Session Title: Onsite Poster Competition I With Reception]

Discussion: The pathophysiologic mechanism of RCVS is believed to be related to altered cerebral auto regulation in response to endothelial injury that usually resolves in 3 months. The diagnosis can be made by cerebral angiography, MRA or CTA that shows multifocal segmental arterial constrictive lesions. It is likely that a combination of diffuse persistent cerebral vasospasm accompanied by poor cardiac function that culminated in eventual brain death of this healthy, postpartum patient. Management includes calcium channel blockers, sequential cerebral angiograms and supportive care.
Source: Hypertension - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: Poster Abstract Presentations Source Type: research