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Is There a Genetic Predisposition for Acute Stress-induced (Takotsubo) Cardiomyopathy

RECRUITINGN/ASponsored by University of Aberdeen
Actively Recruiting
PhaseN/A
SponsorUniversity of Aberdeen
Started2019-03-12
Est. completion2028-12-31
Eligibility
Healthy vol.Accepted
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NCT04513054

Summary

Acute stress-induced (takotsubo) cardiomyopathy or broken heart syndrome presents like a heart attack, classically is triggered by intense emotional or physical stress and can have serious health consequences. In the current study the investigators wish to establish whether there is a genetic predisposition making certain people more susceptible to this condition. This could also have implications for their families.

Eligibility

Healthy volunteers accepted
Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients who have been diagnosed with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy in Scotland between 2010 to date.
* Familial cases elsewhere in the world who would be willing to participate.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Unwillingness to participate

Conditions2

Heart DiseaseTakotsubo Cardiomyopathy

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