Takotsubo Syndrome After Mitral Valve Surgery: Multimedia Presentation of a Rare Diagnosis

Introduction

The Takotsubo Syndrome, also known as “broken heart syndrome”, is characterized by a severe and transitory left ventricular dysfunction, with the presence of alterations in the contraction of the basal, medial, or apical segments of the left ventricular walls. The syndrome can be caused by an emotional or physical trigger, or by a combination of both; however, this is not a mandatory criterion for its diagnosis.

This study describes a case of Takotsubo Syndrome after mitral valve surgery to replace the valve with a mechanical prosthesis.

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