Takotsubo syndrome: between evidence, myths, and misunderstandings.

Takotsubo syndrome: between evidence, myths, and misunderstandings.
Herz. 2020 Mar 23;:
Authors: Napp LC, Bauersachs J
Abstract
Takotsubo syndrome (TS) is an acute cardiac condition characterized by transient wall motion abnormalities mostly of the left ventricle. First described in 1990, TS has gained substantial attention during the past 15 years. However, the disease is still underdiagnosed. Prospective studies on TS are largely lacking, and the condition remains incompletely understood. In addition, significant misconceptions and misunderstandings are evident, contributing to potentially severe underestimation. Here, we review important aspects of TS with a focus on pitfalls, misinterpretations, and knowledge gaps considered important during diagnosis and management of the disease.
PMID: 32206851 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Herz - March 25, 2020 Category: Cardiology Tags: Herz Source Type: research