Could it be Quetiapine-induced Peripartum Cardiomyopathy?

Obstet Med. 2013 Mar;6(1):35-37. doi: 10.1258/OM.2012.120035. Epub 2013 Mar 1.

Abstract

Peri-partum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a rare and life threatening complication of pregnancy. There are only two cases registered with the World Health Organization of cases of cardiomyopathy in patients taking Quetiapine. Here we discuss an interesting case of potential Quetiapine induced cardiomyopathy.

Keywords: Anti-Psychotics; Arrhythimia; Cardiovascular; High-risk pregnancy; Peripartum cardiomyopathy.

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  • Case Reports