Abstract
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) is characterised by reversible left ventricular dysfunction in patients presenting with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). TCM is considered multifactorial, and the repetitive exposure to inhaled beta-2-agonists has been suspected to induce TCM in predisposed individuals. We report two cases of TCM in female patients presenting with ACS both exposed to inhaled beta-2-agonists. Eccocardiography revealed apical ballooning and reduced left ventricular function. Coronary angiography was with no significant stenosis. Both patients recovered by anticongestive treatment.
| Bidragets oversatte titel | Two cases of takotsubo cardiomyopathy in patients treated with high doses of inhaled beta-2-agonists |
|---|---|
| Originalsprog | Dansk |
| Artikelnummer | V12150988 |
| Tidsskrift | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
| Vol/bind | 178 |
| Udgave nummer | 21 |
| Antal sider | 2 |
| ISSN | 0041-5782 |
| Status | Udgivet - 23 maj 2016 |