Takotsubo cardiomyopathy in association with hyperthyroidism

Medicina (Kaunas). 2011;47(4):219-21.

Abstract

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is a rare, acute, nonischemic cardiomyopathy causing transient left ventricular dysfunction, which can mimic myocardial infarction on its presentation. While many cardiac manifestations have been associated with hyperthyroidism, we report a rare case where it has precipitated takotsubo cardiomyopathy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Electrocardiography
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hyperthyroidism / complications
  • Hyperthyroidism / diagnosis*
  • Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy / diagnosis*
  • Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy / etiology
  • Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy / physiopathology