Dr. Laxmi Mehta Examines a Patient (IMAGE) MediaSource Caption Dr. Laxmi Mehta examines a patient for cardiovascular risk factors. She led the development of a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association that outlines heart-related complications during pregnancy and the need for a personalized care plan for those at risk. Credit The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Usage Restrictions All multimedia is available for free and unrestricted media use with courtesy to The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.