Apical Ballooning Syndrome (Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy) after Permanent Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Implantation

Apical Ballooning Syndrome (Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy) after Permanent Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Implantation

Apical ballooning syndrome, also called takotsubo cardiomyopathy, has been recently reported. It may mimic acute myocardial infarction and is typically observed in postmenopausal women after stressful events. A 75-year-old female after permanent dual chamber pacemaker implant complained of chest pai...

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Main Authors: Armando Gardini, Francesco Fracassi, Emiliano Boldi, Remo Albiero
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Cardiology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/308580

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