Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy and COVID-19: A Case Report and Literature Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is characterized by transient regional ventricular abnormalities in the absence of coronary artery disease and is reported as a complication of COVID-19.

Case presentation

It can have a diverse clinical presentation, occasionally resembling an acute coronary syndrome, and progress to acute heart failure and cardiogenic shock, adversely affecting patients' prognosis. A high index of suspicion and a thorough diagnostic approach supported by ancillary studies like echocardiography and coronary angiography is key for an accurate diagnosis and correct medical treatment. Herein, we report a patient with severe COVID-19 who developed Takotsubo cardiomyopathy.

Conclusion

We also present a detailed literature review regarding the relationshi

SUBMITTER: Jose SG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10201897 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature