Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy: A Case Series and Review of the Literature

Abstract

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) is an unusual form of acute cardiomyopathy showing left ventricular apical ballooning. It is often triggered by intense physical or emotional distress. We report here four cases of TCM and a review of the literature on the topic.

Keywords

• takotsubo cardiomyopathy
• broken heart syndrome
• stress-induced cardiomyopathy