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NCT03299569
Establishing the Incidence of Tako-tsubo Cardiomyopathy in Scotland
Conditions: Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy, Myocardial Infarction
Sex: All
Enrollment: 800
Sponsor: University of Aberdeen
Location: Cardiac Research Office Aberdeen Scotland
Summary
Acute stress-induced (Takotsubo cardiomyopathy) presents like a heart attack and is triggered by intense emotional or physical stress. Although coronary arteries are unobstructed, it has been suggested that the risk of death is similar to a myocardial infarction. The purpose of the STARR study is to identify all cases of Takotsubo in Scotland since 2010 and assess its epidemiology and outcomes.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* All patients diagnosed with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy
Exclusion Criteria:
* NA
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT03299569). StuddyBuddy aggregates publicly available trial information.
