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• #1 Broken Heart Syndrome: Symptoms & Causes

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17857-broken-heart-syndrome

  Broken heart syndrome (takotsubo cardiomyopathy) is a sudden weakness in your heart muscle. This happens right after a physically or emotionally stressful event. The condition can last a few days or weeks. With medicine, most people recover completely. […] Although theres no cure for broken heart syndrome (takotsubo cardiomyopathy), most people make a full recovery after taking medicine. […] Medications for broken heart syndrome treatment include: Aspirin to improve circulation and prevent blood clots. ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors or ARBs (angiotensin receptor blockers) to lower blood pressure and fight inflammation. Beta-blockers to slow your heart rate. Diuretics to decrease fluid buildup. […] Most people with broken heart syndrome start to feel better as they receive treatment. That can happen while youre in the hospital or within hours or days of receiving treatment.

• #1 Broken heart syndrome – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-heart-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20354623

  There’s no standard treatment for broken heart syndrome. Treatment is similar to heart attack care until the diagnosis is clear. Most people stay in the hospital while they get better. […] Once it’s clear that broken heart syndrome is the cause of the symptoms, medicines may be given to reduce the strain on the heart. Medicines also can help prevent further episodes of broken heart syndrome. […] Surgeries and procedures that are often used to treat a heart attack aren’t helpful in treating broken heart syndrome. Such treatments open blocked arteries. Blocked arteries do not cause broken heart syndrome.

• #1 Broken heart syndrome – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-heart-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20354617

  Medicines are used to treat symptoms of broken heart syndrome. […] To prevent another episode of broken heart syndrome, many healthcare professionals recommend long-term treatment with beta blockers or similar medicines. These medicines block the potentially harmful effects of stress hormones on the heart.

• #1 Takotsubo (Stress) Cardiomyopathy (Broken Heart Syndrome) Treatment & Management: Approach Considerations, Emergency Department Care

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1513631-treatment

  Because takotsubo (stress) cardiomyopathy (broken heart syndrome) mimics acute coronary syndrome and no initial electrocardiographic (ECG) finding reliably differentiates takotsubo cardiomyopathy from ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), prehospital personnel should follow their established protocols for evaluating and transporting patients with chest pain and/or acute coronary syndrome (ACS). […] Patients with takotsubo cardiomyopathy will require admission to the appropriate cardiology service. Treatment options are largely empiric and supportive; however, when hemodynamics permit, beta blockers seem to be helpful. Serial imaging studies may be necessary. Patients who are found to have LV thrombus, which occurs in 5% of patients with takotsubo cardiomyopathy, require anticoagulation.

• #1 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK430798/

  Although takotsubo cardiomyopathy is thought to be a benign condition, the recent observation data suggest that cardiogenic shock and death rates are comparable to patients with acute coronary syndrome. Thus, initial management should focus on identifying and close monitoring patients at risk for serious complications. […] Guidelines on the management of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy are lacking as there are no prospective randomized data in this regard; thus, management is based on clinical experience and expert consensus (evidence level C). Since the initial presentation of takotsubo cardiomyopathy is similar to an acute coronary syndrome, the initial treatment involves aspirin, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, lipid-lowering agents, and coronary angiography to rule out obstructive coronary artery disease.

• #1 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK430798/

  The therapy is guided by the patients clinical presentation and hemodynamic status. In stable patients, treatment modalities include cardioselective beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors for a short period of around 3 to 6 months, with serial imaging studies to determine wall motion abnormalities and ventricular ejection fraction to determine progression or improvement. […] Patients with more unstable hemodynamics or those who present in cardiogenic shock in the absence of left ventricular outflow obstruction should be treated with inotropes. Alternatively, patients may derive further benefit from mechanical hemodynamic support with an intra-aortic balloon pump or, rarely, left ventricular assist devices. If left ventricular outflow obstruction is present with cardiogenic shock, inotropes should be avoided, and phenylephrine is the pressor agent of choice, often combined with beta-blocker agents. […] The outlook in most patients with treatment is good, especially with a coordinated interprofessional team managing the case, as outlined above, with the chest pain resolving in a matter of weeks.

• #1 Takotsubo (Stress) Cardiomyopathy (Broken Heart Syndrome) Treatment & Management: Approach Considerations, Emergency Department Care

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1513631-treatment

  If the patient continues to manifest a clinical picture consistent with ACS, especially ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), then standard therapies, such as the following, may be indicated: Aspirin, Beta blockers, Nitrates, Heparin or enoxaparin, Platelet glycogen (GP) IIb/IIIa inhibitors, Morphine, Clopidogrel. […] Patients in acute congestive heart failure (CHF) may require diuresis, and patients with cardiogenic shock may require resuscitation with IV fluids and inotropic agents. […] The insertion of an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) has also been reported as being a successful resuscitative intervention, because of left ventricular (LV) outflow obstruction that can result from a hyperkinetic basal segment and dyskinetic apex. […] Dysrhythmias and cardiopulmonary arrest should be treated according to current advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) protocols. Although thrombolytics will not benefit patients with takotsubo cardiomyopathy, their use should not be withheld when percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is not available and patients otherwise meet criteria.

• #1 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy | Stanford Health Care

  https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/blood-heart-circulation/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy.html

  Your doctor may prescribe a drug or a combination of medications to help return your heart to its normal function. […] If medications are not enough to control your condition, your doctor may recommend an intra-aortic balloon pump. […] In rare cases, severe takotsubo cardiomyopathy may lead to significant heart failure and require a more advanced intervention such as a left ventricular assist device (LVAD). […] After you recover, the behavioral psychologists in our Cardiac Behavioral Medicine Program can teach you healthy ways to handle stress, as well as mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques to help prevent recurrence. […] Dealing with broken heart syndrome can be a frightening experience, and some people develop depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). […] With the right care and treatment, most people with broken heart syndrome make a full recovery.

• #1 Medication for Takotsubo Syndrome | NYU Langone Health

  https://nyulangone.org/conditions/takotsubo-syndrome/treatments/medication-for-takotsubo-syndrome

  Treatment for takotsubo syndrome, also known as broken heart syndrome or stress cardiomyopathy, is similar to treatment for a heart attack. […] This is why it is important to treat the condition proactively, with a care plan that often includes certain medications. […] Observational research suggests ACE inhibitors may lower cardiovascular risk after takotsubo syndrome. […] Observational research suggests ARBs may lower risk after takotsubo syndrome and are an alternative to ACE inhibitors.

• #1 Takotsubo (Stress) Cardiomyopathy (Broken Heart Syndrome) Treatment & Management: Approach Considerations, Emergency Department Care

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1513631-treatment

  Close follow-up care with a cardiologist in the weeks after diagnosis is recommended for patients with takotsubo cardiomyopathy to ensure resolution of the cardiomyopathy, usually with serial echocardiograms. Thereafter, annual clinical follow-up is advised, because the long-term effects and natural history of takotsubo cardiomyopathy are unknown. […] Consultation with a cardiologist is necessary, in that coronary angiography is required for the diagnosis of takotsubo cardiomyopathy. Patients may need to be transferred to a facility with a cardiologist and a cardiac catheterization laboratory. […] Patients with takotsubo (stress) cardiomyopathy (broken heart syndrome) should be treated as having acute coronary syndrome (ACS) until proved otherwise. Addressing the airway, breathing, and circulation; establishing intravenous (IV) access; and providing supplemental oxygen and cardiac monitoring should take precedence.

• #1 Mayo Clinic Health Library – Broken heart syndrome | Swiss Medical Network

  https://www.swissmedical.net/it/healtcare-library/con-20206633

  Medicines are used to treat symptoms of broken heart syndrome. […] To prevent another episode of broken heart syndrome, many healthcare professionals recommend long-term treatment with beta blockers or similar medicines. These medicines block the potentially harmful effects of stress hormones on the heart. […] Once it’s clear that broken heart syndrome is the cause of the symptoms, medicines may be given to reduce the strain on the heart. Medicines also can help prevent further episodes of broken heart syndrome. […] Many people with broken heart syndrome are fully recovered within a month or so. An echocardiogram is done about 4 to 6 weeks after the first symptoms to make sure the heart is working better. Sometimes, broken heart syndrome happens again after treatment. […] Surgeries and procedures that are often used to treat a heart attack aren’t helpful in treating broken heart syndrome. Such treatments open blocked arteries. Blocked arteries do not cause broken heart syndrome.

• #1 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy | Cedars-Sinai

  https://www.cedars-sinai.org/health-library/diseases-and-conditions/t/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy.html

  You may need to stay in the hospital for at least 24 hours. Treatment might include: […] Talk therapy (psychotherapy). This can help with problems such as anxiety and stress. […] Most people with TCM survive if they are correctly treated. An episode of TCM often damages your heart only for a short time. In a few weeks, the heart pumps normally with its full force. […] You may need to take medicine to treat the symptoms. TCM may cause major complications, such as heart failure or shock.

• #1 Understanding Broken Heart Syndrome: Coping with Trauma through Counseling and Therapy – Professtional Counseling Services

  https://hopeavenuecounseling.com/understanding-broken-heart-syndrome-coping-trauma-counseling-therapy/

  Understanding Broken Heart Syndrome: Coping with Trauma through Counseling and Therapy […] In this blog post, we will delve into the depths of broken heart syndrome, exploring its causes, symptoms, and treatment options. […] The good news is that broken heart syndrome is usually reversible and does not cause long-term damage to the heart. In most cases, supportive care is the primary treatment approach, focusing on relieving symptoms and managing any underlying stress or emotional trauma. This may involve medications to control blood pressure and reduce the workload on the heart, as well as counseling and therapy to address the emotional impact of the condition. Trauma counseling and therapy, in particular, can play a crucial role in helping individuals navigate the complex emotions and psychological distress associated with broken heart syndrome. […] Trauma counseling and therapy provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to process their emotions, gain a deeper understanding of their trauma, and develop coping skills to navigate the healing process. Through various therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and mindfulness-based interventions, trauma counseling and therapy can help individuals regain a sense of control, build resilience, and find meaning in their experiences. […] In conclusion, broken heart syndrome is a temporary heart condition that can be triggered by intense emotional or physical stress. While it may feel like your heart is breaking, the good news is that with proper medical care and emotional support, most individuals recover fully from this condition. Trauma counseling and therapy can be invaluable tools in helping individuals cope with the emotional aftermath of broken heart syndrome, providing them with the necessary skills and support to heal and move forward.

• #1 Understanding Broken Heart Syndrome – Yellow Chair LA & NYC

  https://yellowchaircollective.com/healing-heartbreak-understanding-broken-heart-syndrome/

  Therapy can provide a safe and supportive space for individuals experiencing broken heart syndrome or any form of emotional pain. Here are some ways therapy can facilitate healing and help you move past your heartbreak. […] Therapists trained in trauma-informed care can offer a compassionate and non-judgmental environment where you can express and process your emotions. […] Therapists can walk you through approaches specifically designed for trauma, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Somatic Experiencing. […] When broken heart syndrome arises from the loss of a loved one, grief and loss counseling can be instrumental in navigating the complexities of bereavement. […] Therapy offers a space for self-exploration and identity reconstruction, allowing you to reconnect with your authentic self and rebuild a positive sense of yourself.

• #1 What Is Broken Heart Syndrome? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

  https://www.everydayhealth.com/heart-health/broken-heart-syndrome/guide/

  No interventions have been proven to prevent broken heart syndrome. But since sudden distress is a known risk factor, it may be helpful to learn ways to manage stressful situations. This can include relaxation techniques like meditation, yoga, and deep breathing; connecting with others who are going through similar traumatic or stressful events through support groups; and seeking professional help through a counselor or therapist.

• #1 Broken heart syndrome: Symptoms, treatment, and pictures

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/broken-heart-syndrome-pictures

  Treatment for broken heart syndrome focuses on relieving symptoms and supporting heart function while the heart recovers. Common treatments include: […] To reduce the hearts workload and manage symptoms, a doctor may prescribe medications, such as: aspirin, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, diuretics, blood thinners. […] Stress management techniques can help prevent the condition from recurring. These include: counseling, relaxation techniques, physical activity. […] Depending on the diagnosis, a doctor will recommend an appropriate treatment strategy. […] Following treatment plans is crucial for preventing complications and ensuring optimal heart health. A doctor may also recommend regular follow-up appointments to monitor heart function and help ensure a full recovery.

• #1 Five Facts About ‘Broken Heart Syndrome’ – Hoag

  https://www.hoag.org/articles/five-facts-about-broken-heart-syndrome/

  Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy or broken heart syndrome, is a condition caused by severe and extended emotional stress, says Dr. Itchhaporia. […] If you are diagnosed with takotsubo cardiomyopathy, several treatment approaches may be recommended, including: Managing healthy blood pressure, Lowering or maintaining healthy cholesterol levels, Exercise, Cardiac rehabilitation, Mindfulness, Meditation, Biofeedback, Yoga. […] Because the heart muscle is usually not permanently damaged, most patients with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy have a positive five-year prognosis, Dr. Itchhaporia said.

• #1 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy

  https://www.svhhearthealth.com.au/conditions/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy

  Medication is the most common treatment. Medication will reduce the stress on your heart and help your heart muscle recover, and most people only need to take it for a short time. Still, its important to follow the treatment and medication plan your doctor has given you. […] The good news is that the heart muscle usually heals within 2-4 weeks, and most people fully recover within two months. You may need regular follow-ups with echocardiograms to check your hearts recovery. […] It is important to manage any physical or emotional stress that may have triggered your condition. Speak to your doctor or cardiac rehabilitation team, as they are the best people to help you. […] Cardiac rehabilitation teaches you how to stay healthy, feel more confident managing your condition and reduce the chance of getting sick again.

• #1 Understanding Broken Heart Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment | CVG Cares – CVG

  https://cvgcares.com/conditions/broken-heart-syndrome/

  Depending on the extent to which your heart muscle was weakened, your doctor may also recommend cardiac rehabilitation, a program which strengthens your heart muscle by helping you receive regular physical activity, along with education about healthy lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, reducing alcohol consumption, and switching to a healthy diet. The program also offers counseling to relieve stress and improve mental health.

• #1 First treatment for 'broken heart syndrome’ trialled

  https://www.hippocraticpost.com/heart-lung/first-treatment-for-broken-heart-syndrome-trialled/

  The first ever treatment for broken heart syndrome, also known as takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is to be trialled by researchers at the University of Aberdeen. […] Scientists will trial a programme of exercise conditioning and psychological therapy for people who have been diagnosed with the condition following a 300,000 grant from the British Heart Foundation. […] Currently there is no evidence base for an effective therapy that helps alleviate symptoms or to help people live longer. […] Participants will either take part in personalised exercise conditioning, a programme of cognitive behavioural therapy or be part of a control group. […] It is vital that we develop a high-quality evidence base to guide clinicians in the management of this condition. […] After so long spent researching this condition, it is great to be taking this huge step towards developing a standardised treatment for it and we look forward to seeing the results in due course. […] As such, these trials to find the first ever treatment for the condition are a huge step forward and will play a significant role in increasing our understanding of this neglected area of cardiology.

• #1 New therapeutic approach for broken heart syndrome

  https://www.klinikum.uni-heidelberg.de/newsroom/new-therapeutic-approach-for-broken-heart-syndrome/

  Research on Takotsubo syndrome, also known as broken heart syndrome / Heart researchers at Heidelberg University investigate an inflammatory signaling pathway in an animal model and show the damaging effect of stress hormones on the heart / In a newly established animal model of broken heart syndrome, immunosuppressive drugs were able to protect the stressed hearts and prolong survival / Publication in the journal Nature Cardiovascular Research. […] A DZHK-funded phase II clinical trial has been approved to test the use of one of these drugs in the treatment of TTS patients. […] Current treatment is supportive, as there are no evidence-based therapies available. […] Since the signaling pathway is also present in human heart muscle cells, a clinical trial funded by the DZHK will now test whether cyclosporin A, which is used after organ transplantation, is suitable for the treatment of TTS.

• #1 Treatment for broken heart syndrome: can it be healed?

  https://www.pharmaceutical-technology.com/features/treatment-for-broken-heart-syndrome/

  Currently there are no approved treatments for the condition, but research is underway to remedy the situation. […] To promote heart muscle recovery and control, broken heart syndrome patients are usually prescribed beta blockers, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and diuretics. […] However, the BHF has funded research projects at Aberdeen University looking into possible therapeutic targets that would aid patients suffering with the condition. […] We now need further research to understand if inflammation causes takotsubo cardiomyopathy and determine if drugs that target inflammation could be the key to fixing broken hearts. […] Researching and then developing treatments for broken heart syndrome is relatively urgent since Aberdeen University researchers have found that patients hearts do not necessarily spontaneously recover with time. […] Further investigation is now required as only by finding out exactly what causes this condition will be able to start thinking about how to treat it so that patients can enjoy better follow-up care.

• #1 What becomes of the broken hearted? 'Broken-heart syndrome’ patients failed by current treatment | News | The University of Aberdeen

  https://www.abdn.ac.uk/news/22686/

  Medication currently given following takotsubo cardiomyopathy diagnosis – also known as broken-heart syndrome is ineffective. […] Currently, there is no expert consensus how to treat the condition. Instead, medicines used to treat other heart conditions, like heart failure and heart attacks are used. However, takotsubo is not the same as these heart conditions. […] Our data shows quite starkly that we are not treating this condition correctly. […] It is vital that we identify precise ways to treat this unique group of people, and that is what we plan to do as we continue our research. This study has identified one drug as a potential breakthrough with promising therapeutic benefit, however, further research is needed to establish if this is the key to treating this devastating illness. […] More research into takotsubo could better reveal its causes and which treatments could save and improve lives.

• #1 Takotsubo cardiomyopathy: Review of broken heart syndrome – PubMed

  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32039951/

  Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as broken heart syndrome, apical ballooning syndrome, or stress cardiomyopathy, occurs when a stressful emotional or physical event causes the left ventricle of the heart to dilate, leading to acute heart failure. […] Treatment is largely supportive. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) may reduce the likelihood of recurrent episodes. […] Overall, the prognosis is very good, with about 95% of patients making a full recovery.

• #1 Takotsubo (Stress) Cardiomyopathy (Broken Heart Syndrome): Background, Pathophysiology, Etiology

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1513631-overview

  Takotsubo (stress) cardiomyopathy (broken heart syndrome) is a sudden, transient cardiac syndrome that involves dramatic left ventricular apical akinesis and mimics acute coronary syndrome (ACS). […] The prognosis in takotsubo (stress) cardiomyopathy (broken heart syndrome) is typically excellent, with nearly 95% of patients experiencing complete recovery within 4-8 weeks. […] Complications occur in 20% of cases of takotsubo cardiomyopathy, particularly in the early stage, and include the following: Left heart failure with and without pulmonary edema, cardiogenic shock, left ventricular (LV) outflow obstruction, mitral regurgitation, ventricular arrhythmias, LV mural thrombus formation, LV free-wall rupture, death. […] The modified Mayo Clinic criteria for diagnosis of takotsubo cardiomyopathy can be applied to a patient at the time of presentation. The diagnosis requires the presence of all four of the following: Transient hypokinesis, dyskinesis, or akinesis of the LV midsegments, with or without apical involvement; the regional wall-motion abnormalities extend beyond a single epicardial vascular distribution, and a stressful trigger is often, but not always, present; absence of obstructive coronary disease or angiographic evidence of acute plaque rupture; new ECG abnormalities (either ST-segment elevation and/or T-wave inversion) or modest elevation in the cardiac troponin level; absence of pheochromocytoma or myocarditis. […] Some authors have proposed a unifying hypothesis stating that in susceptible individuals, notably women, neurohormonal stimulation results in acute myocardial dysfunction, as reflected by the characteristic LV wall-motion abnormality of takotsubo cardiomyopathy.

• #1 Takotsubo cardiomyopathy: Healing a broken heart

  https://www.myamericannurse.com/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy-healing-broken-heart/

  Some physicians recommend that patients continue to take a beta-blocker to help reduce the effects of catecholamines and other stress hormones, but this is controversial. Recurrences are not prevented by beta blockers or ace inhibitors. […] The chance of a recurrence of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is 5-10%; however, patients should be instructed to call 911 right away for immediate evaluation and treatment if they have similar symptoms in the future.

• #1 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy | Stanford Health Care

  https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/blood-heart-circulation/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy.html

  Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (or broken heart syndrome) is a sudden, temporary heart condition that can cause symptoms like those of a heart attack, such as chest pain and shortness of breath. […] We have the knowledge, experience, and advanced tools to correctly diagnose and treat this rare condition. […] With the right treatment plan, most people make a full recovery. […] At some medical centers, takotsubo cardiomyopathy may be misdiagnosed. […] After your diagnosis, your care team determines your personalized treatment plan. […] In general, a person can recover from takotsubo cardiomyopathy within one week to two months, but may need to receive advanced therapies and stay in the hospital under supervision until the heart heals. […] Your treatment may require one or more of the following approaches:

• #1 Is Broken Heart Syndrome Real? | American Heart Association

  https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cardiomyopathy/what-is-cardiomyopathy-in-adults/is-broken-heart-syndrome-real

  Broken heart syndrome is usually treatable. Most people who experience it make a full recovery within weeks, and they’re at low risk for it happening again. […] If your health care professional thinks you have broken heart syndrome, you may need coronary angiography, a test that uses dye and special X-rays to show the inside of your coronary arteries. Other diagnostic tests are blood tests, EKG, echocardiography (a painless test that uses sound waves to create moving pictures of your heart) and cardiac MRI. […] To keep tabs on your heart health, your health care professional may recommend an echo about a month after you’re diagnosed with the syndrome. Ask how often you should schedule follow-up visits.

• #2 Takotsubo cardiomyopathy: Review of broken heart syndrome – PubMed

  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32039951/

  Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as broken heart syndrome, apical ballooning syndrome, or stress cardiomyopathy, occurs when a stressful emotional or physical event causes the left ventricle of the heart to dilate, leading to acute heart failure. […] Treatment is largely supportive. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) may reduce the likelihood of recurrent episodes. […] Overall, the prognosis is very good, with about 95% of patients making a full recovery.

• #2 Identifying and Treating Broken Heart Syndrome | CareerCert

  https://www.careercert.com/articles/other-medical-concerns/broken-heart-syndrome/

  Broken heart syndrome is relatively rare and occurs in about 0.2% of all hospitalizations in the United States. […] Once the diagnosis of broken heart syndrome is made, therapy is normally supportive care until the symptoms resolve and cardiac function returns to normal. […] There is no proven therapy to prevent broken heart syndrome.

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  https://www.singhealth.com.sg/patient-care/conditions-treatments/broken-heart-syndrome

  Since there is no standard treatment for broken heart syndrome, the management strategy would follow that of a heart attack until the doctor is able to ascertain that one is having broken heart syndrome. […] Once verified that it is due to broken heart syndrome, doctors may prescribe medications to help the heart pump better and reduce stress on the heart until the heart recovers. Managing stress using relaxation techniques can also be very useful for recovery. […] Surgical procedures used for heart attacks, such as angioplasty or coronary artery bypass surgery, are not necessary as there is usually no blockage in patients with broken heart syndrome.

• #2 What Is Broken Heart Syndrome? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

  https://www.everydayhealth.com/heart-health/broken-heart-syndrome/guide/

  The good news is that broken heart syndrome is usually treatable, but its important to know the signs so you can get help. […] Theres no cure for broken heart syndrome and no set standard of treatment. Doctors typically treat the condition as they would a heart attack and patients usually stay in the hospital until they feel better. […] Medications to treat broken heart syndrome include: ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors, which prevent a specific enzyme in the body from narrowing blood vessels, thereby allowing better blood flow; ARBs (angiotensin receptor blockers), which block the action of specific hormones on the heart and blood vessels to prevent damage; Aspirin, to improve circulation and prevent blood clots; Beta-blockers, which slow down the heart rate; Water pills, or diuretics, to remove water from the body and decrease fluid buildup.

• #2 Takotsubo syndrome: the broken-heart syndrome

  https://bjcardio.co.uk/2021/03/takotsubo-syndrome-the-broken-heart-syndrome/

  Takotsubo syndrome (TTS) also known as broken-heart syndrome, Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, and stress-induced cardiomyopathy is a recently discovered acute cardiac disease first described in Japan in 1991. This review aims to update understanding on the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of Takotsubo syndrome, highlighting aspects of interest to cardiologists and general practitioners. […] To date, there are no specific or standardised treatments for patients with TTS based on randomised clinical trials, and because this is a temporary heart condition, the aim of treatment is to give supportive therapy and minimise complications. Most patients have an uneventful course requiring limited pharmacological therapies, such as the use of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin-receptor blockers (ARBs), beta blockers, and antiplatelet therapies, having a full recovery within a couple of weeks. […] As a long-term treatment, patients should receive ACE inhibitors or ARBs for at least one year to improve survival, but beta blockers are not beneficial.

• #2 Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (broken-heart syndrome) – Harvard Health

  https://www.health.harvard.edu/heart-health/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy-broken-heart-syndrome

  There is no specific treatment for broken-heart syndrome. It depends on the severity of symptoms, and whether the person has low blood pressure or evidence of fluid backing up into the lungs. Clinicians often recommend standard heart failure medications such as beta blockers, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics (water pills). […] Although there’s little evidence on long-term therapy, beta blockers (or combined alpha and beta blockers) may be continued indefinitely to help prevent recurrence by reducing the effects of adrenaline and other stress hormones. It’s also important to work on reducing any stress that may have played a role in triggering the disorder.

• #2 Takotsubo (Stress) Cardiomyopathy (Broken Heart Syndrome) Treatment & Management: Approach Considerations, Emergency Department Care

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1513631-treatment

  If the patient continues to manifest a clinical picture consistent with ACS, especially ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), then standard therapies, such as the following, may be indicated: Aspirin, Beta blockers, Nitrates, Heparin or enoxaparin, Platelet glycogen (GP) IIb/IIIa inhibitors, Morphine, Clopidogrel. […] Patients in acute congestive heart failure (CHF) may require diuresis, and patients with cardiogenic shock may require resuscitation with IV fluids and inotropic agents. […] The insertion of an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) has also been reported as being a successful resuscitative intervention, because of left ventricular (LV) outflow obstruction that can result from a hyperkinetic basal segment and dyskinetic apex. […] Dysrhythmias and cardiopulmonary arrest should be treated according to current advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) protocols. Although thrombolytics will not benefit patients with takotsubo cardiomyopathy, their use should not be withheld when percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is not available and patients otherwise meet criteria.

• #2 Takotsubo cardiomyopathy – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Takotsubo_cardiomyopathy

  Although the symptoms of takotsubo cardiomyopathy usually go away on their own and the condition completely resolves itself within a few weeks, some serious short and long-term complications can happen that must be treated. These most commonly include congestive heart failure and very low blood pressure, and less commonly include blood clotting in the apex of the left ventricle, irregular heart beat, and tearing of the heart wall. […] For patients in acute heart failure, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers, and beta blockers, are considered mainstays of heart failure treatment. But use of beta blockers specifically for takotsubo cardiomyopathy is controversial, because they may confer no benefit. […] For people with cardiogenic shock, medical treatment is based on whether a left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) obstruction is present. Therefore, early echocardiography is necessary to determine proper management. For those with obstructed LVOTs inotropic agents should not be used, but instead should be managed like patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, (e.g. phenylephrine and fluid resuscitation). For cases in which the LVOT is not obstructed, inotropic therapy (e.g. dobutamine and dopamine) may be used, but with the consideration that takotsubo is caused by excess catecholamines. […] Furthermore, mechanical circulatory support with an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) is well-established as supportive treatment.

• #2 Broken Heart Syndrome (Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy) | Clinical Heart and Vascular Center | Condition | UT Southwestern Medical Center

  https://utswmed.org/conditions-treatments/broken-heart-syndrome-takotsubo-cardiomyopathy/

  Typically, our team will prescribe the same kinds of medications for broken heart syndrome as we would for a patient who has had a heart attack mainly ACE inhibitors, or angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. Beta blockers may also be used. […] More severe cases may require blood thinners (if there are clots in the heart), or the treatment of abnormal heart rhythms. A small percentage of people develop shock and may require special medications to increase the pumping function of the heart, or mechanical pumps to support the heart. […] We also help the patient work through any situations that may be causing stress. Most of the time, this combination of medication and removing stress helps the patients heart function return to normal, and many patients recover without any lasting damage.

• #2 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy – Broken Heart Syndrome – BHF

  https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/conditions/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy

  If youve been diagnosed with takotsubo syndrome, you might recover within a couple of months, after your body starts to cope better with any stress you’ve been going through. To manage your symptoms and help your heart recover, your doctor might give you any of the following medicines: […] Usually, people with takotsubo syndrome will stay in hospital while they begin to recover and usually make a full recovery within weeks. After youve been diagnosed, youll attend check-ups with a cardiologist where you can ask them about medicines and your plan for recovery. […] As takotsubo syndrome is usually caused by stress or trauma, you might find it helpful to talk to a counsellor or clinical psychologist during and after your recovery. […] There is not one treatment used for everyone with takotsubo syndrome, but in most cases it does improve and get better. In rarer cases your heart might permanently change shape and symptoms might not completely go away. About 1 in 10 people whove had takotsubo syndrome develop it again after theyve recovered. To prevent another episode of takotsubo, many healthcare professionals recommend long-term treatment with beta blockers or similar medicines. These medicines block the harmful effects of too many stress hormones on the heart. More research is needed to understand the complex reasons why takotsubo syndrome happens and which treatments can be used to manage it for the long-term.

• #2 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy

  https://www.svhhearthealth.com.au/conditions/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy

  Medication is the most common treatment. Medication will reduce the stress on your heart and help your heart muscle recover, and most people only need to take it for a short time. Still, its important to follow the treatment and medication plan your doctor has given you. […] The good news is that the heart muscle usually heals within 2-4 weeks, and most people fully recover within two months. You may need regular follow-ups with echocardiograms to check your hearts recovery. […] It is important to manage any physical or emotional stress that may have triggered your condition. Speak to your doctor or cardiac rehabilitation team, as they are the best people to help you. […] Cardiac rehabilitation teaches you how to stay healthy, feel more confident managing your condition and reduce the chance of getting sick again.

• #2 Broken heart syndrome: Symptoms, treatment, and pictures

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/broken-heart-syndrome-pictures

  Treatment for broken heart syndrome focuses on relieving symptoms and supporting heart function while the heart recovers. Common treatments include: […] To reduce the hearts workload and manage symptoms, a doctor may prescribe medications, such as: aspirin, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, diuretics, blood thinners. […] Stress management techniques can help prevent the condition from recurring. These include: counseling, relaxation techniques, physical activity. […] Depending on the diagnosis, a doctor will recommend an appropriate treatment strategy. […] Following treatment plans is crucial for preventing complications and ensuring optimal heart health. A doctor may also recommend regular follow-up appointments to monitor heart function and help ensure a full recovery.

• #2 Understanding Broken Heart Syndrome: Coping with Trauma through Counseling and Therapy – Professtional Counseling Services

  https://hopeavenuecounseling.com/understanding-broken-heart-syndrome-coping-trauma-counseling-therapy/

  Understanding Broken Heart Syndrome: Coping with Trauma through Counseling and Therapy […] In this blog post, we will delve into the depths of broken heart syndrome, exploring its causes, symptoms, and treatment options. […] The good news is that broken heart syndrome is usually reversible and does not cause long-term damage to the heart. In most cases, supportive care is the primary treatment approach, focusing on relieving symptoms and managing any underlying stress or emotional trauma. This may involve medications to control blood pressure and reduce the workload on the heart, as well as counseling and therapy to address the emotional impact of the condition. Trauma counseling and therapy, in particular, can play a crucial role in helping individuals navigate the complex emotions and psychological distress associated with broken heart syndrome. […] Trauma counseling and therapy provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to process their emotions, gain a deeper understanding of their trauma, and develop coping skills to navigate the healing process. Through various therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and mindfulness-based interventions, trauma counseling and therapy can help individuals regain a sense of control, build resilience, and find meaning in their experiences. […] In conclusion, broken heart syndrome is a temporary heart condition that can be triggered by intense emotional or physical stress. While it may feel like your heart is breaking, the good news is that with proper medical care and emotional support, most individuals recover fully from this condition. Trauma counseling and therapy can be invaluable tools in helping individuals cope with the emotional aftermath of broken heart syndrome, providing them with the necessary skills and support to heal and move forward.

• #2 Understanding Broken Heart Syndrome – Yellow Chair LA & NYC

  https://yellowchaircollective.com/healing-heartbreak-understanding-broken-heart-syndrome/

  Therapy can provide a safe and supportive space for individuals experiencing broken heart syndrome or any form of emotional pain. Here are some ways therapy can facilitate healing and help you move past your heartbreak. […] Therapists trained in trauma-informed care can offer a compassionate and non-judgmental environment where you can express and process your emotions. […] Therapists can walk you through approaches specifically designed for trauma, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Somatic Experiencing. […] When broken heart syndrome arises from the loss of a loved one, grief and loss counseling can be instrumental in navigating the complexities of bereavement. […] Therapy offers a space for self-exploration and identity reconstruction, allowing you to reconnect with your authentic self and rebuild a positive sense of yourself.

• #2 What Is Broken Heart Syndrome? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

  https://www.everydayhealth.com/heart-health/broken-heart-syndrome/guide/

  No interventions have been proven to prevent broken heart syndrome. But since sudden distress is a known risk factor, it may be helpful to learn ways to manage stressful situations. This can include relaxation techniques like meditation, yoga, and deep breathing; connecting with others who are going through similar traumatic or stressful events through support groups; and seeking professional help through a counselor or therapist.

• #2 Five Facts About ‘Broken Heart Syndrome’ – Hoag

  https://www.hoag.org/articles/five-facts-about-broken-heart-syndrome/

  Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy or broken heart syndrome, is a condition caused by severe and extended emotional stress, says Dr. Itchhaporia. […] If you are diagnosed with takotsubo cardiomyopathy, several treatment approaches may be recommended, including: Managing healthy blood pressure, Lowering or maintaining healthy cholesterol levels, Exercise, Cardiac rehabilitation, Mindfulness, Meditation, Biofeedback, Yoga. […] Because the heart muscle is usually not permanently damaged, most patients with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy have a positive five-year prognosis, Dr. Itchhaporia said.

• #2 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy | Heart Conditions – Heart Foundation NZ

  https://www.heartfoundation.org.nz/your-heart/heart-conditions/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy

  You may feel anxious about returning to exercise especially if you were exercising when your takotsubo event occurred. However, some form of regular exercise is important for your recovery and your ongoing physical and mental health. […] It’s a good idea to discuss your exercise plan with your cardiac nurse specialist or your cardiologist before you start.

• #2 Is broken heart syndrome becoming more common? – Harvard Health

  https://www.health.harvard.edu/heart-health/is-broken-heart-syndrome-becoming-more-common

  Treating takotsubo syndrome usually involves blood pressure medications known as ACE inhibitors and beta blockers, which help lower the heart’s workload. […] It’s also important to address physical and emotional conditions that may have played a role in triggering the disorder, says Dr. Wood. „I make sure my patients have access to therapy or programs that can help them manage stress, such as the mindfulness and resiliency training programs at the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine and the Benson-Henry Institute.”

• #2 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy | Heart Conditions – Heart Foundation NZ

  https://www.heartfoundation.org.nz/your-heart/heart-conditions/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy

  Takotsubo cardiomyopathy treatment […] In the short-term you may be given medication to help your recovery. These medications may include one or more of the following: ACE inhibitors and/or beta blockers to help your heart function while it recovers. Diuretics to reduce any fluid build-up that has occurred because the heart hasnt been pumping properly. Aspirin or anticoagulants to reduce your risk of blood clots. […] Many people recover well from a takotsubo event, but the length of time recovery takes varies from person to person and clinicians are still researching the long-term effects of the condition. […] Attending a cardiac rehabilitation class can be a great way to learn more about recovering from a heart event and get support from others. Talk to your cardiac rehab nurse about the services in your area that best meet your needs. You can find more details on our cardiac rehabilitation page.

• #2 Treatment for broken heart syndrome: can it be healed?

  https://www.pharmaceutical-technology.com/features/treatment-for-broken-heart-syndrome/

  Currently there are no approved treatments for the condition, but research is underway to remedy the situation. […] To promote heart muscle recovery and control, broken heart syndrome patients are usually prescribed beta blockers, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and diuretics. […] However, the BHF has funded research projects at Aberdeen University looking into possible therapeutic targets that would aid patients suffering with the condition. […] We now need further research to understand if inflammation causes takotsubo cardiomyopathy and determine if drugs that target inflammation could be the key to fixing broken hearts. […] Researching and then developing treatments for broken heart syndrome is relatively urgent since Aberdeen University researchers have found that patients hearts do not necessarily spontaneously recover with time. […] Further investigation is now required as only by finding out exactly what causes this condition will be able to start thinking about how to treat it so that patients can enjoy better follow-up care.

• #2 Takotsubo syndrome patients failed by current treatment – BHF

  https://www.bhf.org.uk/what-we-do/news-from-the-bhf/news-archive/2024/january/takotsubo-syndrome-patients-failed-by-current-treatment

  Heart treatments given to patients with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy do not protect them, according to the first ever study to compare these patients with heart attack patients and the general population over more than 5 years. […] Currently, there is no expert consensus how to treat Takotsubo syndrome. […] However, Takotsubo syndrome is not the same as these heart conditions. […] While this approach worked for heart attack patients, these medications did not improve the survival rate of those with Takotsubo syndrome also known as broken heart syndrome. […] Patients surviving Takotsubo syndrome were treated much the same way as those surviving a heart attack – but unlike for heart attack survivors, being prescribed usual heart medications was of uncertain benefit. […] More research into Takotsubo could better reveal its causes and which treatments could save and improve lives.

• #2 Takotsubo (Stress) Cardiomyopathy (Broken Heart Syndrome): Background, Pathophysiology, Etiology

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1513631-overview

  Takotsubo (stress) cardiomyopathy (broken heart syndrome) is a sudden, transient cardiac syndrome that involves dramatic left ventricular apical akinesis and mimics acute coronary syndrome (ACS). […] The prognosis in takotsubo (stress) cardiomyopathy (broken heart syndrome) is typically excellent, with nearly 95% of patients experiencing complete recovery within 4-8 weeks. […] Complications occur in 20% of cases of takotsubo cardiomyopathy, particularly in the early stage, and include the following: Left heart failure with and without pulmonary edema, cardiogenic shock, left ventricular (LV) outflow obstruction, mitral regurgitation, ventricular arrhythmias, LV mural thrombus formation, LV free-wall rupture, death. […] The modified Mayo Clinic criteria for diagnosis of takotsubo cardiomyopathy can be applied to a patient at the time of presentation. The diagnosis requires the presence of all four of the following: Transient hypokinesis, dyskinesis, or akinesis of the LV midsegments, with or without apical involvement; the regional wall-motion abnormalities extend beyond a single epicardial vascular distribution, and a stressful trigger is often, but not always, present; absence of obstructive coronary disease or angiographic evidence of acute plaque rupture; new ECG abnormalities (either ST-segment elevation and/or T-wave inversion) or modest elevation in the cardiac troponin level; absence of pheochromocytoma or myocarditis. […] Some authors have proposed a unifying hypothesis stating that in susceptible individuals, notably women, neurohormonal stimulation results in acute myocardial dysfunction, as reflected by the characteristic LV wall-motion abnormality of takotsubo cardiomyopathy.

• #2 Broken Heart Syndrome: New Research and Tips on Recovery | Psychology Today

  https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/with-love-and-gratitude/201706/broken-heart-syndrome-new-research-and-tips-on-recovery

  Although the risk diminishes each day thereafter, it remains elevated over several months. […] While social support and medication may mitigate serious consequences of a heart attack after bereavement, can stress cardiomyopathy be alleviated? […] If there is any way to avoid the broken heart syndrome, it might be helpful for a woman to surround herself with supportive friends after a break up. A preventive approach might include coming to terms with the relationship, understanding the symptoms of depression, and seeking professional help. […] While many women in difficult relationships believe they can work things out, depression must be taken seriously. Finding help in a therapist’s office rather than the emergency room is an option worth considering.

• #2 Broken Heart Syndrome: Can you really die of a broken heart?

  https://www.baystatehealth.org/articles/broken-heart

  At this point in time, there is no known medicine that can quickly heal a heart weakened by broken heart syndrome. […] Patients typically stay in the hospital for a few days for observation, Dr. Lotfi said. […] People suffering from broken heart syndrome usually fully heal within one to three months. In some cases, beta blockers and anti-anxiety medication may be prescribed to control the release of stress hormones. […] In cases where it appears a stressful incident may have contributed to the patients condition, well also look for ways to help them manage the stress and control their anxiety, Dr. Lotfi said. While this hasnt been proven to help the heart, it has the potential to improve their quality of life which is also important.

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  https://www.cerascreen.co.uk/blogs/health-portal/broken-heart-syndrome?srsltid=AfmBOoqMnDy78UHxJdoMtAD87ohuGhKfS7DdZHgYKH-nmZG0XxQuQnO0

  Broken heart syndrome treatment: what can I do? Can broken heart syndrome be cured? As broken heart syndrome can sometimes lead to serious complications, those affected are often observed for 48 hours in A E. They are also examined by a cardiologist at regular intervals afterwards to check their heart functions. […] Which medications should be taken as broken heart syndrome treatment? Doctors can prescribe various medications for the condition, including: Beta blockers and ACE inhibitors: these protect the heart from the harmful effect of stress hormones and prevent cardiac arrhythmias. Diuretic medications: increased urine output reduces blood volume and makes it easier for the heart to function. Blood-thinning medications: for people at high risk of thrombosis and heart palpitations. […] With these forms of broken heart syndrome treatment, the heart can recover within three months. Unlike a heart attack, there are often no scars and no persisting problems with heart muscles. However, new stressful situations can lead to relapses. This is why those affected should regularly have their heart checked by a doctor.

• #2 What becomes of the broken hearted? 'Broken-heart syndrome’ patients failed by current treatment | News | The University of Aberdeen

  https://www.abdn.ac.uk/news/22686/

  Medication currently given following takotsubo cardiomyopathy diagnosis – also known as broken-heart syndrome is ineffective. […] Currently, there is no expert consensus how to treat the condition. Instead, medicines used to treat other heart conditions, like heart failure and heart attacks are used. However, takotsubo is not the same as these heart conditions. […] Our data shows quite starkly that we are not treating this condition correctly. […] It is vital that we identify precise ways to treat this unique group of people, and that is what we plan to do as we continue our research. This study has identified one drug as a potential breakthrough with promising therapeutic benefit, however, further research is needed to establish if this is the key to treating this devastating illness. […] More research into takotsubo could better reveal its causes and which treatments could save and improve lives.

• #3 Takotsubo cardiomyopathy: Healing a broken heart

  https://www.myamericannurse.com/takotsubo-cardiomyopathy-healing-broken-heart/

  Some physicians recommend that patients continue to take a beta-blocker to help reduce the effects of catecholamines and other stress hormones, but this is controversial. Recurrences are not prevented by beta blockers or ace inhibitors. […] The chance of a recurrence of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is 5-10%; however, patients should be instructed to call 911 right away for immediate evaluation and treatment if they have similar symptoms in the future.

• #3 Takotsubo (Stress) Cardiomyopathy (Broken Heart Syndrome): Background, Pathophysiology, Etiology

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1513631-overview

  Takotsubo (stress) cardiomyopathy (broken heart syndrome) is a sudden, transient cardiac syndrome that involves dramatic left ventricular apical akinesis and mimics acute coronary syndrome (ACS). […] The prognosis in takotsubo (stress) cardiomyopathy (broken heart syndrome) is typically excellent, with nearly 95% of patients experiencing complete recovery within 4-8 weeks. […] Complications occur in 20% of cases of takotsubo cardiomyopathy, particularly in the early stage, and include the following: Left heart failure with and without pulmonary edema, cardiogenic shock, left ventricular (LV) outflow obstruction, mitral regurgitation, ventricular arrhythmias, LV mural thrombus formation, LV free-wall rupture, death. […] The modified Mayo Clinic criteria for diagnosis of takotsubo cardiomyopathy can be applied to a patient at the time of presentation. The diagnosis requires the presence of all four of the following: Transient hypokinesis, dyskinesis, or akinesis of the LV midsegments, with or without apical involvement; the regional wall-motion abnormalities extend beyond a single epicardial vascular distribution, and a stressful trigger is often, but not always, present; absence of obstructive coronary disease or angiographic evidence of acute plaque rupture; new ECG abnormalities (either ST-segment elevation and/or T-wave inversion) or modest elevation in the cardiac troponin level; absence of pheochromocytoma or myocarditis. […] Some authors have proposed a unifying hypothesis stating that in susceptible individuals, notably women, neurohormonal stimulation results in acute myocardial dysfunction, as reflected by the characteristic LV wall-motion abnormality of takotsubo cardiomyopathy.

• #3 Healing a Broken Heart | Cedars-Sinai

  https://www.cedars-sinai.org/blog/healing-a-broken-heart.html

  Even after a decade of reports in medical literature, there are no Takotsubo-specific treatment guidelines. Instead, current treatment is based on the American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology guidelines for treating heart attacks and heart failure. […] The Barbra Streisand Womens Heart Center is developing new and expansive Takotsubo syndrome research, which builds on the Centers long history of diagnosing, treating and studying the cardiovascular conditions that impact womens health. […] The goals of the Registry are to better understand why some people experience Takotsubo syndrome and others dont, and to identify risk factors for recurrences. Results from the Registry will help guide researchers to design clinical trials to improve the cardiovascular health of patients with or at risk for Takotsubo syndrome.

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