Stress Cardiomyopathy/ Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy

Until the doctor is able to ascertain that one is having stress cardiomyopathy, the management strategy would follow that of a heart attack. Procedure like angioplasty used for a heart attack is not necessary as there is no blockage. However, a coronary angiography is often performed as heart attack is usually the initial diagnosis. Once verified that it is due to stress cardiomyopathy, doctors may prescribe medications to help the heart pump better until the heart recovers.