Understanding Broken Heart Syndrome (Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy) Women's Heart Health

Erin Unger, MD, is an Interventional Cardiologist at South Denver Cardiology Associates. In this video, Dr. Unger explains a condition called Broken Heart Syndrome, or Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy. Also known as stress cardiomyopathy. This is a temporary heart condition that weakens the heart's main pumping chamber affecting the heart's ability to pump blood. Takotsubo is most common in women who experience a great deal of emotional or physical stress, hence the label of Broken Heart Syndrome. Dr. Unger gives some encouraging words for anyone with Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy.
00:30 Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy overview
00:50 What is Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy?
01:25 How do you get it?
02:00 Who can get it?
02:25 What are the symptoms?
03:10 How is it diagnosed?
04:05 Is Takotsubo the same thing as a heart attack?
04:35 How is Takotsubo treated?
05:20 What is the prognosis with Takotsubo?
06:13 What are the risk factors?
07:03 How soon can I resume activities like exercise?
07:44 What does the future look like with Takotsubo?