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Takotsubo cardiomyopathy as a result of refeeding syndrome in a patient with anorexia nervosa .

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Abstract
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A 39-year-old woman with severe anorexia nervosa, complicated with a low ejection fraction of 10-20%, developed refeeding syndrome, massive oedema, and acute cardiac failure, but recovered during specialised nutritive treatment and inotropic medication with levosimendan. With this case report, we aim to draw attention to the refeeding syndrome and to the cardiological consequences of anorexia nervosa. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is reversible if the proper treatment is given.

Year of Publication
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2021
Journal
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Ugeskrift for laeger
Volume
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183
Issue
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23
Date Published
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2021
ISSN Number
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0041-5782
URL
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http://ugeskriftet.dk/videnskab/V01210093
Short Title
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Ugeskr Laeger
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