This presentation will describe an interesting disorder in cardiology that is primarily observed in women, called Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, stress-related cardiomyopathy, or broken heart syndrome. Pathophysiology and clinical features will be presented, along with precipitating events, cardiovascular outcomes, and management strategies.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009: 3:15 PM-4:15 PM
Room 9 (San Diego Convention Center)
Moderator:
Deborah Mandel, PhD, RNC-OB, MSN, APN, C
Presenting Author:
Lynne Braun, PhD, CNP, FAHA, FAAN