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Orlando Health Broken Heart Syndrome

Orlando cardiologist explains the reality of a "broken heart."

Dr. Ly Tran of Orlando Health's Heart and Vascular Institute teamed up with 2 to explain a medical condition called "Takotsubo cardiomyopathy."

Really great information to keep us all safe.Now for American Heart Month, as we approach Valentine's Day tomorrow, we're getting ahead of the romantic focus on heart health.And whether people at home are feeling sad or heartbroken.Experts say that a broken heart is actually a real medical condition.And joining us now live to explain more about what experts call broken heart syndrome is Orlando Health cardiologist, Dr. Le Tran.Duc, thank you for joining this morning.Thank you for that. Good morning, Doctor. What is broken heart syndrome?Yes.Broken heart syndrome is a condition in which trauma weakens the heart muscle and is reminiscent of the symptoms of a heart attack.It's usually triggered by or caused by someone having an emotional state or physical stress.Okay, so when we think about infarction, doctor, we think about the potential for pain and acute pain.But are there other symptoms we should look for in this case?Yes.These symptoms appear as chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, and poor health.Low blood pressure, possibly irregular heart rate, or irregular or even disturbed heart rhythm.How can you tell the differences?If you think, well, I have a heart or I'm going through something emotional or difficult?Maybe it's broken heart syndrome.So there is a difference between the two, right?It's very difficult to know.Most of all, what I want to share is that patients know their bodies best.If something is seriously wrong and they feel these symptoms, they should go to the emergency department or see medical help so we can do the appropriate work and issue an order.Good.What is the reason behind this situation and which group is most at risk here?You are correct.So, understanding is a huge amount of stress hormones being released.Between the brain and the heart there is some understanding.Link and I have a pattern to show you.Yes.So, this is the heart itself.He hid in half.So, this is the muscle and the walls.In the case of broken heart syndrome: the muscle weakens itself and does not pump blood properly, thus mimicking its signs and symptoms.But the difference between their archive and broken heart syndrome is that when we test the arteries that live at the top of the heart the heart where the muscles live is not blocked or blocked, the blocked heart.Or clogged and cold muscles.This is the difference.Good.So, is this weakness permanent?So the impairment is mostly reversible, and there's a small percentage of patients who have more complex or serious cases that you know can lead to about 5% of deaths.They come to the emergency room. Is it an emergency?Lab tests are done, they get an EKG, then they go to the transcatheter angiography lab to evaluate if the artery is blocked, and they get a stent at its base, with a broken heart.Hence the evidence that there is no blocked artery.Treatments and their risk ranges.So, in mild cases, we treat it with treatments.In severe cases involving heart failure complications, the patient may need mechanical support, okay.And let us tell here how to pack our bags for the doctor.What we can all do to prevent broken heart syndrome.Right.So understanding what the underlying risks and mental health factors or physical needs are.So I think mental health is something we should all be aware of and understand about our bodies. Physical health also improves with your physical activity.Exercise and better food choices.Thank you.Very important.This time of the month we know is heart month.This is what we focused on.So we really value the time.

Orlando Health Cardiologist Explains the Realities of 'Broken Heart Syndrome'

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute cardiologist Dr. Ly Tran joins 2 to describe a medical condition called "Takotsubo cardiomyopathy."

Updated: February 13, 2026, 9:57 am EST

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Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute cardiologist Dr. Li Tran joins 2 to explain "broken heart syndrome." The medical condition known as "takotsubo cardiomyopathy." Tran describes the symptoms, how to avoid "broken heart syndrome," and how the condition compares to a heart attack.Click here to learn more.Watch Orlando Health experts answer the question: Is 'broken heart syndrome' a real thing?'

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Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute cardiologist Dr.Ly Tran joins 2 to explain "broken heart syndrome".

Another medical condition known as "Takotsubo cardiomyopathy".

Tran describes the symptoms, how to avoid "broken heart syndrome" and compares the condition to a heart attack.

Click here for more information.

Watch Orlando Health experts answer the question, "Is 'broken heart syndrome' real?"