Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy: A Case Series and Review of the Literature
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Merchant, Emily E; Johnson, Sara W; Nguyen, Phu; Kang, Christopher; Mallon, William K
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) is an unusual form of acute cardiomyopathy showing left ventricular apical ballooning. It is often triggered by intense physical or emotional distress. We report here four cases of TCM and a review of the literature on the topic.
2008
Western Journal of Emergency Medicine: Integrating Emergency Care with Population Health
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Merchant, Emily E; Johnson, Sara W; Nguyen, Phu; Kang, Christopher; Mallon, William K