Sunday, October 15, 2023

Management of Friedreich's Ataxia-Associated Cardiomyopathy in Pregnancy: A Review of the Literature

Ashleigh N. Peterson, Leigh C. Hickerson, E. Rebecca Pschirrer, Lynsy B. Friend, Cynthia C. Taub, Management of Friedreich's Ataxia-Associated Cardiomyopathy in Pregnancy: A Review of the Literature, The American Journal of Cardiology, 2023, doi:10.1016/j.amjcard.2023.10.019. 

 Most patients with FRDA can deliver vaginally, and neuraxial analgesia is recommended during labor due to the risks associated with general anesthesia. Breastfeeding is encouraged, even for those taking cardiac medications.