The detrimental potential of arrhythmia-induced cardiomyopathy

Abstract

Here we discuss a case of arrhythmia-induced cardiomyopathy (AIC) with consecutive severe multiple organ failure. In relation to this imposing case, we discuss the significance of this potentially underestimated cause of newly occurred left-ventricular systolic dysfunction and concomitant arrhythmia. We further delineate the diagnostic algorithm and differential diagnoses of AIC.

Keywords: Arrhythmia-induced cardiomyopathy; Heart failure; Tachycardia; Tachymyopathy.