Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Complicating Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Hypothermia and Hypernatremia in a Comatose Patient

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Cureus

Abstract

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) is a transient wall motion abnormality of the left ventricular apex associated with emotional or physical stress. In the setting of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), it is thought to be caused by the compound effect of a catecholamine surge and the noxious effect of acidosis and ketones leading to myocardial stunning. In this report, the first of its kind in the Middle East, we describe the case of a 71-year-old comatose patient, who was being treated for DKA and hypernatremia and was incidentally diagnosed with TCM. We also review 15 case reports of DKA-induced TCM published to date in the literature, many of which had an atypical presentation and good outcomes. Furthermore, we discuss possible risk factors for TCM in our case and supporting literature. It is recommended to maintain increased vigilance and attempt early identification of such conditions in acutely ill patients to prevent life-threatening complications.

First Page

e65009

DOI

10.7759/cureus.65009

Publication Date

7-1-2024

Identifier

39161482 (pubmed); PMC11333144 (pmc); 10.7759/cureus.65009 (doi)

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