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Ventriculoseptal Rupture Caused by Takotsubo Syndrome

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: Ventriculoseptal rupture (VSR) is a rare complication of takotsubo syndrome that often requires immediate treatment. Patients with VSR experience a range of outcomes and should be managed at centers with cardiac and surgical expertise. We present 2 cases of VSR complicating takotsubo syndrome that highlight potential outcomes. (Level of Difficulty: Intermediate.)

Source: JACC Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.jaccas.2020.09.018

Authors: Michael E. Sternberg, Zachary M. Gertz, Mohammed A. Quader, Antonio Abbate, Cory R. Trankle

Institutions: Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy and Associated Phenomena

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $850