Heart Failure Occurring in the Perinatal Period: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

This scientific statement from the American Heart Association addresses the challenges of defining and managing heart failure during the perinatal period, a condition that remains poorly understood despite its potential prevalence. The authors emphasize the need for improved diagnostic criteria, standardized definitions, and effective screening tools to enhance recognition and treatment of heart failure in pregnant and postpartum individuals. They advocate for future research to include these populations in heart failure studies and to develop interventions aimed at early detection and better maternal health outcomes.