A case of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy with cardiogenic shock after influenza infection successfully recovered by IMPELLA support

J Artif Organs. 2019 Dec;22(4):330-333. doi: 10.1007/s10047-019-01112-8. Epub 2019 Jun 21.

Abstract

We recently experienced a case of cardiogenic shock due to influenza-related Takotsubo cardiomyopathy with atrial tachycardia and respiratory distress syndrome. Temporary mechanical circulatory support by IMPELLA 2.5 improved end-organ failure and resulted in cardiac recovery with sinus rhythm conversion.

Keywords: Mechanical circulatory support; Stress cardiomyopathy; Supraventricular tachycardia; Ventricular assist device.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Echocardiography
  • Electrocardiography
  • Heart-Assist Devices*
  • Humans
  • Influenza, Human / complications*
  • Male
  • Recovery of Function*
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Shock, Cardiogenic / etiology*
  • Shock, Cardiogenic / physiopathology
  • Shock, Cardiogenic / therapy
  • Stroke Volume / physiology
  • Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy / etiology*
  • Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy / physiopathology
  • Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy / therapy