Anna Giulia Pavon
annagiuliapavon.bsky.social
Anna Giulia Pavon
@annagiuliapavon.bsky.social
#Multimodality Imaging Cardiologist| Skilled in #CMR, #TEE, #TTE and #CTCA | @EACVI HIT, @SCMR SoMe and Early Career commitee| Section Editor for @IJCVImaging
9️⃣ genetics!
💥 some genetic mutation are at higher risk than others and need closer follow-up
August 30, 2025 at 6:42 AM
8️⃣ cardiovascular imaging reccomandation
#exhofisrt #whyCMR #yesCCT
Here 👇
August 30, 2025 at 6:42 AM
7️⃣ For women with mechanical heart valves—anticoagulation regimens must be carefully managed, including switching between VKAs, LMWH, and UFH depending on the pregnancy stage and timing of delivery. ⏱"
August 30, 2025 at 6:42 AM
6️⃣Planning mode of delivery? These guidelines advise against C-section when not medically necessary— vaginal delivery remains first choice, unless specific cardiovascular conditions warrant otherwise. 👶"
August 30, 2025 at 6:42 AM
5️⃣ Physiological changes during pregnancy are profound—stroke volume and cardiac output increase by 30–50%, and heart rate by 10–20 bpm. These changes can stress an already compromised heart.
August 30, 2025 at 6:42 AM
4️⃣ Pregnancy in women with CVD must include shared decision-making, considering genetic background, obstetric history, comorbidities, lifestyle, and values—not just clinical risk. 🤰❤️"
August 30, 2025 at 6:42 AM
3️⃣ Pregnancy with cardiovascular disease now involves a multidisciplinary Pregnancy Heart Team—specialized care before, during, and after pregnancy leads to fewer maternal deaths and better outcomes. 💪
August 30, 2025 at 6:42 AM
2️⃣ No more blanket “pregnancy forbidden” policies—for high-risk conditions (like PAH or vascular Ehlers-Danlos), the focus shifts to counselling by a multidisciplinary Pregnancy Heart Team, empowering informed choices. 🏥
August 30, 2025 at 6:42 AM