Why the study?
Although Takotsubo syndrome is generally considered a self-limiting disease, it can lead to severe complications such as left ventricular thrombus and embolic stroke.
Case Report (n=1)
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This case highlights that Takotsubo syndrome can lead to severe complications such as left ventricular thrombus and cardioembolic stroke, emphasizing the potential need for timely anticoagulation therapy.
Case of embolic stroke in Takotsubo underscores vigilance for LV thrombus; leaves open optimal anticoagulation strategies.
This study investigated the occurrence of left ventricular thrombus formation and subsequent embolic stroke in patients with Takotsubo syndrome. Through the case analysis of an 80-year-old Chinese elderly female patient, it was found that although Takotsubo syndrome is generally considered a self-limiting disease, it can lead to severe complications such as left ventricular thrombus and cerebral stroke. The patient experienced a cardioembolic stroke during hospitalization, and magnetic resonance imaging revealed acute cerebral vascular occlusion. This case highlights the importance of anticoagulation therapy, especially in the prevention of thromboembolic events in patients with Takotsubo syndrome complicated with intracardiac thrombosis.
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Lei et al. (2025) conducted a case report in Takotsubo syndrome complicated by left ventricular thrombus and embolic stroke (n=1). Rivaroxaban was evaluated on Recurrence of cerebral embolism and cardiac function recovery.
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