What treatments are recommended for Stress (Takotsubo) Cardiomyopathy?
Treatments recommended for Stress (Takotsubo) Cardiomyopathy include conventional agents such as ACE inhibitors, beta blockers, aspirin, and diuretics; imaging with ventriculography, echocardiography, or magnetic resonance imaging; and anticoagulation in patients who develop LV thrombi. Additionally, catecholamines may be used for patients with symptomatic hypotension if outflow tract obstruction is not present, and IABP is reasonable for patients with refractory shock. Beta blockers and alpha-adrenergic agents may also be used in patients with outflow tract obstruction, and prophylactic anticoagulation may be considered to inhibit the development of LV thrombi.