The critical role of POCUS in the early detection of acute takotsubo cardiomyopathy in an atypical patient

Andrey Moiseyenko; Apurva Ramanujam; Djellza Rrukiqi; Afrida Sara; Jagraj Singh; Nikolaos Hatzis

doi:10.33545/26649020.2025.v7.i2a.120

The critical role of POCUS in the early detection of acute takotsubo cardiomyopathy in an atypical patient

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Andrey Moiseyenko, Apurva Ramanujam, Djellza Rrukiqi, Afrida Sara, Jagraj Singh and Nikolaos Hatzis

Abstract:

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TC) is a reversible cardiac syndrome typically triggered by emotional or physical stress. It commonly presents in postmenopausal women and mimics acute coronary syndrome. We present a rare case of TC in a previously healthy 30-year-old female, complicated by cardiogenic shock and requiring mechanical circulatory support. Early point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) enabled rapid diagnosis and timely management, resulting in full recovery.

DOI: 10.33545/26649020.2025.v7.i2a.120

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International Journal of Cardiology Sciences

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Andrey Moiseyenko, Apurva Ramanujam, Djellza Rrukiqi, Afrida Sara, Jagraj Singh and Nikolaos Hatzis. The critical role of POCUS in the early detection of acute takotsubo cardiomyopathy in an atypical patient. Int. J. Cardiol. Sci. 2025;7(2):48-50. DOI: 10.33545/26649020.2025.v7.i2a.120

Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part A (2025)

The critical role of POCUS in the early detection of acute takotsubo cardiomyopathy in an atypical patient

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