HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Complications Can Occur Due To Heart Disease In Pregnancy?

Hi, I m 30 years old and 7 weeks pregnant. I ve had open-heart surgery (aortic valve replacemnt) twice. My first surgery was when I was 6 and the last one was 3 years ago...and I will have to have surgery again in 10 or so years. I am not on warfarin or any other medication other than prenatal vitamins. What risks as far as the health of my heart goes do I have to worry about?
Mon, 21 Sep 2015
Report Abuse
OBGYN 's  Response
Hello, and I hope I can help you today.

The prognosis of valvular heart disease during pregnancy depends on how leaky your valves are and your heart function. You should consult with your cardiologist and have an echocardiogram to have a current assessment of your valve's condition.

Some women, even if they do not normally require blood thinners, may need them during pregnancy. Also certain heart conditions may require you to have a dose of antibiotics to prevent endocarditis during labor.

You should see a physician for your prenatal care, and they can work with your cardiologist to determine the best management of your pregnancy. But it sounds like if you are stable and functional in your life, the chances are that you should be able to have a completely normal pregnancy.

I hope my advice was helpful and that I was able to answer your question.

Best wishes, Dr. Brown
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Warfarin


Loading Online Doctors....
What Complications Can Occur Due To Heart Disease In Pregnancy?

Hello, and I hope I can help you today. The prognosis of valvular heart disease during pregnancy depends on how leaky your valves are and your heart function. You should consult with your cardiologist and have an echocardiogram to have a current assessment of your valve s condition. Some women, even if they do not normally require blood thinners, may need them during pregnancy. Also certain heart conditions may require you to have a dose of antibiotics to prevent endocarditis during labor. You should see a physician for your prenatal care, and they can work with your cardiologist to determine the best management of your pregnancy. But it sounds like if you are stable and functional in your life, the chances are that you should be able to have a completely normal pregnancy. I hope my advice was helpful and that I was able to answer your question. Best wishes, Dr. Brown