Postpartum Cardiogenic Shock Diagnosed by Focused Cardiac Ultrasound and Treated with Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Case Report

We present the case of a primigravid patient, who developed cardiogenic shock during the early postpartum period in the setting of retained placenta, uterine atony, and hemorrhage. Focused cardiac ultrasound played a central role in identifying the cause of hemodynamic instability. The decision to initiate venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation was instrumental in the successful outcome for our patient, characterized by a full recovery without major neurological and cardiovascular sequelae.