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Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Following an Emergent Midline Exploratory Laparotomy: A Case Report
Diya' A Abu Ghazal1, Ahmed A Khalil2, Jawdat Abu Ghazal1
1Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, EGY.
Cureus
|December 29, 2025
Summary
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) can occur after surgery. This case highlights the need to consider TCM in patients experiencing cardiac events during the perioperative period, even those without typical risk factors.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Cardiovascular Medicine
Background:
- Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM), or stress-induced cardiomyopathy, is characterized by temporary left ventricular dysfunction.
- It is frequently triggered by significant emotional or physical stress.
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