Key result
Great East Japan Earthquake linked to higher long-term takotsubo syndrome incidence, particularly in tsunami-damaged coastal areas.
Why the study?
Disaster-related stress such as death of family members and loss of houses is known as triggers for Takotsubo syndrome, but detailed understanding is limited.
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Alerts clinicians to potential prolonged cardiac sequelae after major disasters; extends evidence on takotsubo triggers but leaves causality open.
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Dai et al. (2021) conducted an editorial in Takotsubo syndrome. Disaster-related stress (Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami) vs. Pre-earthquake period / inland areas was evaluated on Incidence of Takotsubo syndrome. The Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami was associated with a higher long-term incidence of takotsubo syndrome, particularly in coastal areas that suffered major tsunami damage.
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