Takotsubo cardiomyopathy in a Caucasian Italian woman: Case report
2007
Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Case Report
Sample size: 1
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Author Information
Author(s): Lisi Matteo, Zacà Valerio, Maffei Silvia, Casucci Francesca, Maggi Marianna, Lunghetti Stefano, Aitiani Paolo, Carrera Arcangelo, Castellani Debora, Favilli Roberto, Pierli Carlo, Mondillo Sergio
Primary Institution: Department of Cardiology, University of Siena
Conclusion
The case illustrates a typical example of stress-induced takotsubo cardiomyopathy in a Caucasian Italian postmenopausal woman.
Supporting Evidence
- Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is characterized by transient left ventricular wall motion abnormalities.
- The patient experienced chest pain after a stressful event involving her daughter.
- Coronary angiography showed patent epicardial coronary arteries.
- The echocardiogram revealed full recovery of wall motion abnormalities by day 5.
Takeaway
A 68-year-old woman had a heart condition called takotsubo cardiomyopathy, which can happen after stress, but she got better after treatment.
Methodology
The patient underwent emergency coronary angiography and echocardiography to assess heart function.
Participant Demographics
68-year-old Caucasian Italian woman, postmenopausal.
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