Demonstration of typical Takotsubo pattern of left ventricular dysfunction is well known. Several variants have recently been published, with one of the rarest being the reverse type of this syndrome, with hyperdynamic apex and complete akinesia of the base (as opposed to the classic apical ballooning)
About the Author: Charles Bruen
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