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November 8, 2025International Journal of Reproduction Contraception Obstetrics and GynecologyOpen Access

The silent signal of widened pulse pressure-aortic dissection in pregnancy

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KSK S SubramaniamGuy's HospitalSDSaidatul Manera Mohd DaudHospital Raja Perempuan Zainab IIRARafaie AminSarawak General Hospital

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Implication

Case report of aortic dissection highlights maternal and fetal mortality risks, suggesting need for prompt echocardiography and surgical intervention.

Key Points

  • Prompt echocardiography identified aortic dissection linked to widened pulse pressure, critical for timely intervention.
  • Case of a 35-year-old pregnant woman revealed the challenge of diagnosing this rare but life-threatening condition.
  • Emergency intervention required a Bentall procedure and coronary artery bypass grafting, showcasing the need for skilled surgical teams.
  • Early recognition and multidisciplinary coordination are crucial to manage high-risk aortic dissection during pregnancy.

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Subramaniam et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/690e8b6ca5b062d7a4e734b5https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20253740
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