Apical ballooning syndrome after attempted suicidal hanging
2011
Case of Apical Ballooning Syndrome After Suicidal Hanging
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Chacko Jose, Gagan Elangovan, Ashok Moorthy, Ramanathan
Primary Institution: Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India
Conclusion
The patient experienced transient left ventricular dysfunction following an attempted suicide, which resolved completely after treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient developed retrosternal chest pain and ischemic changes on ECG after the hanging attempt.
- Coronary angiogram showed normal coronary arteries.
- Follow-up echocardiogram revealed normal left ventricular function.
Takeaway
A woman had heart problems after trying to hang herself, but her heart got better after some time and treatment.
Methodology
The patient was evaluated with ECG, echocardiogram, and coronary angiogram.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 45-year-old woman.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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