Synonyms: Postpartum cardiomyopathy
Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is an idiopathic potentially fatal form of dilated cardiomyopathy that develops during the final month of pregnancy or within five months after delivery.
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Peripartum cardiomyopathy?
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Advocacy Organizations
Children’s Cardiomyopathy Foundation
CCF's mission is to accelerate the search for causes and cures for pediatric cardiomyopathy through increased research, education, awareness, advocacy, and support to affected children and their families.
Heart of a Giant Foundation
The mission of the HGF is to achieve better health outcomes for heart diseases and related chronic health conditions in our communities and enhance the quality of life through health education, care support, and connection to community resources.
HeartCharged
Ending preventable deaths from undiagnosed heart conditions and sudden cardiac arrest, especially in young people, and providing patient-to-patient support.
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Clinical Trials
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