1/ Good Morning #MedTwitter and happy #TriviaTuesday!
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Think you know where we’re going with this? Read on ⚡️
2/ The answer is… Takotsubo cardiomyopathy
Comment other triggers you can think of!
Comment other triggers you can think of!
3/ So what is Takotsubo cardiomyopathy?
Let’s define it. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy refers to acute, stress-induced reversible dysfunction of the left ventricle. It has also been called “broken heart syndrome” 💔
Let’s define it. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy refers to acute, stress-induced reversible dysfunction of the left ventricle. It has also been called “broken heart syndrome” 💔
4/ Who knew?! Next time you are considering new-onset cardiomyopathy that may be stress-related:
Ask about lightening, surprise parties, tooth extractions, adultery and wasabi !
Ask about lightening, surprise parties, tooth extractions, adultery and wasabi !
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