Diabetes mellitus prevalence in patients with takotsubo syndrome: the case of the brain-heart disconnect

Hyperactive autonomic nervous system (ANS) is among the postulated pathophysiologic mechanisms of takotsubo syndrome (TTS). Diabetes mellitus (DM) with its associated ANS peripheral neuropathy could exert a “protective” influence for the emergence of TTS.

Source: Heart and Lung - March 22, 2018 Category: Intensive Care Authors: John E. Madias Source Type: research