Why the study?
Most patients with Takotsubo Syndrome (TTS) are postmenopausal females, making TTS in males rare, and gender differences have not been sufficiently investigated.
What are the gender differences in the presentation, complications, and mechanisms of Takotsubo Syndrome?
Population
Patients with TTS
Comparison
Males vs females with TTS
Key result
Male gender in Takotsubo Syndrome is associated with higher rates of severe in-hospital complications, fatal arrhythmias, and mortality compared to females.
Authors
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Males with TTS may need more HF respiratory support; Level 5 data leaves open gender-specific risk stratification.
What are the gender differences in the presentation, complications, and mechanisms of Takotsubo Syndrome?
Males with Takotsubo Syndrome experience more severe acute complications and higher in-hospital mortality than females, necessitating more careful observation and intervention.
Murakami et al. (2022) conducted a review in Takotsubo Syndrome. Male gender vs. Female gender was evaluated. Male gender in Takotsubo Syndrome is associated with higher rates of severe in-hospital complications, fatal arrhythmias, and mortality compared to females.