The Possible Effect of Oxytocin in Postpartum Recovery From a Stroke: A Case Report

PM R. 2018 Dec;10(12):1422-1425. doi: 10.1016/j.pmrj.2018.04.005. Epub 2018 Apr 26.

Abstract

Pregnancy is a risk factor for stroke in young women, but the effect of delivery on recovery and rehabilitation after stroke has not been elucidated in pregnant patients with stroke. This case report presents a pregnant patient with stroke who recovered successfully after cesarean delivery during rehabilitation. The possible effect of oxytocin is discussed as a factor promoting recovery from stroke. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: V.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cesarean Section
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Moyamoya Disease / complications
  • Oxytocics / therapeutic use*
  • Oxytocin / therapeutic use*
  • Postnatal Care*
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications / diagnostic imaging
  • Pregnancy Complications / etiology
  • Pregnancy Complications / therapy*
  • Stroke / diagnostic imaging
  • Stroke / etiology
  • Stroke / therapy*

Substances

  • Oxytocics
  • Oxytocin