Association between multiple pregnancy with peripartum cardiomyopathy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

While the diagnostic criteria for peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) have been better established than other forms of cardiomyopathies in pregnancy, its pathogenesis and association with multiple pregnancies are still poorly understood, and there has never been an established meta-analysis regarding this study. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the association between multiple pregnancies and the development of PPCM.

Methods

We conducted a comprehensive literature search using several databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and ScienceDirect, until May 31th, 2025. Studies were eligible if they investigated the association between multiple pregnancies and the probability of PPCM. Data were analyzed using a random effects model of pooled odds ratios (ORs) with the M

SUBMITTER: Dewi TI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12570570 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature