Takotsubo cardiomyopathy:A case report

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy(TC)is a reversible non-ischemic cardiomyopathy characterized by transient left ventricular dysfunction,which is usually associated with a favorable prognosis.It is similar to an acute myocardial infarction,but coronary angiography shows no obstructive lesions and akinesia of the apex and the middle portion of the left ventricle.TC is often triggered by an intense physical or emotional stress event.Without appreciation of differentiating features,TC can easily be misdiagnosed as an acute coronary syndrome.Misdiagnosis and the subsequent inappropriate and potentially harmful use of medication therapy can be avoided through detailed history-taking,laboratory examination and proper investigations.In order to raise the awareness of the importance of TC diagnosis and further to discuss the therapeutic strategies,we are going to present a case report regarding TC and provide a timely summary and update on current understanding.