Broken Heart Syndrome: What Is It, Causes, Signs and Symptoms | Osmosis

Broken Heart/Takotsubo Syndrome History

Takotsubo, the proof that you can die from a broken heart

Dr. Chad on Instagram: "Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy 💔 - Also called “broken heart syndrome”, it’s a sudden weakening of the heart muscle that often happens after extreme stress or emotional shock. The left ventricle balloons into a unique shape that looks like a Japanese octopus trap (takotsubo). Symptoms can mimic a heart attack — chest pain, shortness of breath — but unlike a true heart attack, it usually isn’t caused by blocked arteries. Most patients recover fully with the right treatment. #Ta