Reverse takotsubo cardiomyopathy caused by patent foramen ovale-related cryptogenic stroke: a case report. Issue 6 (7th December 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Takafuji, Hiroya; Arai, Junya; Saigusa, Kuniyasu; Obunai, Kotaro
• Editors: Inga, Voges; Stefano, Nistri; Mark, Abela; Edwina, McNaughton; Ross, Thomson
• Is Part Of: European heart journal. Volume 4:Issue 6(2020)
• Page Start: 1
• Page End: 6
• Publication Date: 2020-12-07
• Subjects: Reverse takotsubo cardiomyopathy -- Patent foramen ovale -- Cryptogenic stroke -- Percutaneous PFO closure -- Case report; Cardiology -- Periodicals; Cardiology -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Heart -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Heart -- Diseases -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 616.12
• DOI: 10.1093/ehjcr/ytaa407
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2514-2119

Abstract

Abstract: Background: Reverse takotsubo cardiomyopathy (rTTC) is recognized as an atypical type of TTC. It has been suggested that neurological events are typical trigger of rTTC, especially in young individuals. Case summary: In this case report, we describe a 16-year-girl who presented with neurological deficits due to embolic stroke and acute heart failure. Transthoracic echocardiography on admission revealed a severely reduced left ventricular (LV) function with akinesis of basal to mid LV, but normal contraction in apex. Coronary computed tomography angiography confirmed unobstructed coronary arteries. Two weeks later, her LV wall motion and ejection fraction were completely normalized. Transthoracic echocardiography and transoesophageal echocardiography demonstrated no evidence of intracardiac thrombus but showed a patent foramen ovale (PFO) with large shunt. After thorough work-up and brain–heart team discussion, we concluded that the patient developed rTTC due to cryptogenic stroke related with her PFO. She underwent percutaneous PFO closure for secondary prevention with good clinical course. Discussion: Reverse TTC is a rare condition. It should be considered in stroke patients with acute heart failure. Quick diagnosis and management with brain–heart team is crucial for better prognosis.