Key result
Supportive care facilitates full recovery from reverse Takotsubo cardiomyopathy following a traumatic subdural hematoma.
Case Report (n=1)
This case demonstrates that reverse Takotsubo cardiomyopathy can be triggered by traumatic subdural hematoma and can fully resolve with temporary inotropic and vasopressor support.
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Reverse TCM merits differential consideration in young patients with acute HFrEF after traumatic SDH; leaves open neurogenic triggers and requires prospective study.
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM), also known as “broken heart syndrome,” is classically characterized by apical akinesis with preserved basal contractility. A less common variant, termed "reverse TCM," demonstrates the opposite pattern, with basal akinesis and preserved apical function. We present the case of a 25-year-old female who developed acute heart failure with reduced ejection fraction following a ground-level fall resulting in a subdural hematoma (SDH). Subsequent evaluation revealed findings consistent with reverse TCM. This report discusses the clinical presentation, hospital course, and relevant literature surrounding this rare entity.
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Wyer et al. (2026) conducted a case report in Reverse Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy (n=1). Supportive care was evaluated. A 25-year-old female developed reverse Takotsubo cardiomyopathy following a traumatic subdural hematoma and fully recovered with supportive care.
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