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Feb 2020
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Broken Heart Syndrome

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Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy, also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy, apical ballooning syndrome, or, more romantically, “Broken Heart Syndrome,” refers to a group of symptoms, brought on by acute emotional stress—which can cause heart failure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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