'Broken Heart Syndrome' Doubles Risk of Hospitalization

'Broken-heart syndrome' patients twice as likely to suffer further heart problems, say Scots experts

The little-understood condition was only recognised in the late 1990s

Broken Heart Syndrome is not as harmless as previously assumed. Recent research shows that it is almost as dangerous as a heart attack - and can hit anyone. By N. Walker.[more]]>

People who suffer from 'broken heart syndrome' are twice as likely to be readmitted to the hospital

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is a weakening of the heart's left ventricle brought on by severe emotional or physical stress. Heart abnormalities brought on by the condition typically clear in a few weeks, but patients who have had broken heart syndrome are twice as likely to be readmitted to the hospital compared with the general population, according to a new study.

'Broken Heart Syndrome' Doubles Risk of Hospitalization

Key Takeaways

“Broken heart syndrome” is not at all harmless as it was previously thought. Recent research shows that it is almost as dangerous as a heart attack. And it can hit anyone.

Broken-heart syndrome can end fatally, symptoms similar to heart attacks. Researchers warn of the often underestimated dangers.