Postpartum pulmonary hypertension (PPPHT) is an extremely rare disorder, with few reported cases. Late diagnosis and treatment\nare associated with significant morbidity and mortality. We present an 18-year-old female patient who presented four-week\npostpartum with a typical submissive pulmonary embolism picture subsequently diagnosed as postpartum pulmonary\nhypertension. The patient had an excellent response to treatment, with a dramatic improvement in her functional status. The\nauthors aim to urge physicians to keep this rare disorder in mind as timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial for\nmanagement-additionally, the importance of counseling patients about the imminent risks associated with planned future\npregnancies.
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