What triggers Takotsubo cardiomyopathy?
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) is generally a short-term (temporary) type of heart condition. It can be triggered by an intense emotional or physical stress. It causes sudden chest pain or shortness of breath. The symptoms of TCM can look like a heart attack.
How serious is takotsubo cardiomyopathy?
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy can be fatal . Its cardiogenic shock and death rates are similar to those of other acute coronary syndromes, such as heart attack.
Can you recover from takotsubo cardiomyopathy?
Signs & Symptoms Most individuals that develop takotsubo cardiomyopathy fully recover within one month, and recurrence is rare. However, complications occur in about 20% of patients.
Can I live a long life with cardiomyopathy?
With proper care, many people can live long and full lives with a cardiomyopathy diagnosis. When recommending treatment, we always consider the least invasive approach first. Options range from lifestyle support and medications to implantable devices, procedures, and surgeries.
What are cardiomyopathies?
Introduction Cardiomyopathies are a heterogeneous group of pathologies characterized by structural and functional alterations of the heart [1].
What causes phenotypic diversity in arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy?
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What causes arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (RVP)?
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What is arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy?
Arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy can vary its phenotypic expression, from completely asymptomatic subjects to the development of ventricular arrhythmias that can even be fatal and lead to sudden cardiac death [97].