Severe coarctation of the aorta diagnosed during pregnancy: the role of multimodal imaging and multidisciplinary approach to a complex subject—a case report

Coarctation of the aorta should be considered in pregnant women with refractory hypertension. It is associated with considerable risks to the mother and to the foetus. In cases presenting with refractory severe hypertension, termination of pregnancy needs to be considered, especially in first-trimester pregnancies.This case also highlights the importance of investigating secondary causes of hypertension in young people, as these can often be treated, averting potentially severe complications.