Post-Pregnancy Cardio Trial

Myocardial Characterization With Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Patients After Preeclampsia (Pilot Study)

Preeclampsia is a systemic pregnancy disorder and is associated with an increased cardiovascular risk later in life. This study will characterize myocardial tissue in patients after preeclampsia compared to controls and investigate potential functional and structural changes in the heart of preeclamptic women primarily with two methods: cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging and echocardiography. A comparison between these two methods, where appropriate, is also envisaged.

Inclusion Criteria:

• postpartal window: 0.5 - 20 years
• cases: diagnosis of preeclampsia during the index pregnancy
• controls: age and BMI matched

Exclusion Criteria:

• metal implants
• kidney insufficiency (GFR < 30 ml/min/)
• claustrophobia
• contrast medium allergy
• current pregnancy/ lactation
• chronic hypertension (> 140/90)
• diagnosis of previous cardiovascular disease
• body weight over 120 kg
• big tattoos in thorax area