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Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Following an Emergent Midline Exploratory Laparotomy: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM), also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy, is a transient left ventricular dysfunction often precipitated by acute emotional or physical stress. We present a case of a 45-year-old male patient who developed Takotsubo cardiomyopathy subsequent to an emergent laparotomy. Postoperative chest pain and ST-segment elevation on electrocardiogram (ECG) raised the concern for acute coronary syndrome; however, coronary angiography revealed no obstructive lesions. This case emphasizes the importance of including Takotsubo cardiomyopathy in the differential diagnosis of perioperative cardiac events, even in atypical patient profiles.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.97655

Authors: Diya' A Abu Ghazal, Ahmed A Khalil, Jawdat Abu Ghazal, Mohammad A Abu Ghazal, Osama Alsayed

Institutions: Cairo University, Cairo University hospitals

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: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4416593077