Heart Block in Fetus: What You Need to Know

Did you know that immune mediated damage to the fetal heart can lead to a variety of problems, including complete heart block, myocarditis, pericarditis, and valve involvement? This condition is often caused by antibodies that cross the placenta from the mother to the fetus. In some cases, the damage can be mild and the fetus may not have any symptoms. However, in other cases, the damage can be severe and can lead to heart failure or even death.

The latest research is showing that early diagnosis and treatment of immune mediated heart block can improve the outcome for the fetus. There are a variety of treatment options available, including steroids, intravenous immunoglobulin, and plasma exchange.

If you are a doctor, it is important to be aware of immune mediated heart block. This condition can be difficult to diagnose, but early diagnosis and treatment can make a big difference in the outcome for the fetus.

[unnatishende]

Thank you so much
Thanks for sharing your knowledge
You make complex topic, very simple