Tako-tsubo syndrome
in: New Developments in Myocardial Ischemia Research, NOVA Publications , pp.153-193, 2015
- Publication Type: Book Chapter / Chapter Research Book
- Publication Date: 2015
- Publisher: NOVA Publications
- Page Numbers: pp.153-193
- Keywords: Ampulla, Apical ballooning, Broken heart, Cardiomyopathy, Stress, Syndrome, Tako-tsubo
- Akdeniz University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
A relatively recent discovery leading to further understanding in myocardial ischemia is Tako-tsubo Syndrome. The name was derived from the resemblance of the left ventricle-in left ventriculography or echocardiography-to traditional Octopus Traps, used by Japanese fishermen. This syndrome was later discovered to occur in many other circumstances characterized with adrenergic hyperactivity. It has other variants with different morphologies of the left ventricle. In this chapter, we will summarize clinical characteristics, pathophysiologic mechanisms of the syndrome and findings from contemporary research in the area.