Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy After Orthotopic Liver Transplantation: A Case Series

This study examines takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TTS) following liver transplantation (LT). Out of 739 LT patients from 2018 to 2024, 76 developed cardiac dysfunction, with 6 cases of TTS, all male. TTS incidence post-LT was 0.8%, with alcoholic cirrhosis as the main diagnosis. TTS occurred a median of 2 days post-LT, highlighting early complications. High catecholamine levels were noted in 1 case. The study stresses the need for differential diagnosis of TTS in post-LT cardiac dysfunction, especially in alcohol abuse patients, with aggressive treatment including IABP, volume management, and anticoagulation. Echocardiographic assessment post-LT is crucial for TTS detection and management.