Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy: A reversible cardiomyopathy Camouflage of Acute coronary syndrome
Journal: Annals of Geriatric Education and Medical Sciences (Vol.4, No. 1)Publication Date: 2017-06-01
Authors : NS Neki; Neeraj Joshi; Gurminder Singh Multani; Gagandeep Singh Shergill; Rubal Sharma.;
Page : 5-8
Keywords : Takotsubo cardiomyopathy; Apical ballooning;
Abstract
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) is an uncommon form of acute cardiomyopathy showing left ventricular apical ballooning. Its clinical characteristics resemble those of a myocardial infarct, while its imaging characteristics are critical on correctly characterizing and diagnosing the disease. It is a reversible cardiomyopathy, a rare variant that presents within a different patient profile and with its own hemodynamic considerations. Its recognition is important for prognostic, evaluation and treatment considerations.
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