Impella Use in Cardiogenic Shock Due to Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy With Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction

Abstract

Cardiogenic shock (CS) due to Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) is often managed with cautious fluid administration and inotropic support; however, the co-existence of a left ventricular outflow tract obstruction (LVOTO) can complicate this management approach. This report describes a case of CS due to TCM and LVOTO. It was successfully managed with the Impella 2.5. (<b>Level of Difficulty: Intermediate.</b>).