Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy, also known as Broken Heart Syndrome, Stress Cardiomyopathy or Apical Ballooning Syndrome, is a condition that impairs the heart's ability to contract effectively. Takotsubo means octopus trap in Japanese, which is the shape the left ventricle resembles in this condition. We look at Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy pathology and symptoms, diagnosis including ECG changes as well as treatment.

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Video Timestamps:
0:00 What is Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy?
0:36 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Pathology / Causes
1:59 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Risk Factors
2:54 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Symptoms
3:14 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Diagnosis
4:14 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Treatment & Prognosis

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