Cardiovascular
Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy
Stress-induced, usually reversible weakening of the heart muscle.
Overview
Stress-induced, usually reversible weakening of the heart muscle.
Also known as: takotsubo, broken heart syndrome, stress cardiomyopathy, apical ballooning
In-depth guidance
A structured clinical overview of Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy — symptoms, red flags, causes, and care pathways — is being prepared by our clinical reviewers. In the meantime:
⚠ When to seek urgent care
Sudden severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, chest pain, confusion, fainting, severe bleeding, or any rapidly worsening illness need urgent assessment. Call your local emergency number.