Management of Stress Cardiomyopathy

Course overview

Stress cardiomyopathy (also known as transient left ventricular apical ballooning syndrome, Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, or broken heart syndrome) is a condition that mimics a myocardial infarction in the absence of significant coronary artery disease. Stress cardiomyopathy causes a temporary ballooning of the apical portion of the left ventricle. Healthcare professionals need to know about stress cardiomyopathy, including how to distinguish it from a myocardial infarction, and the appropriate care.