Most of us know the pain that comes with a heartbreak, but in the cardiology field there is a real medical condition called Broken Heart Syndrome. Broken Heart Syndrome is a condition that is brought on by extreme emotion or stressful situations. The surge of stress can lead to a weakening of the muscles of the heart and can cause part of the heart to temporarily swell.

, interventional cardiologist at , can discuss what causes this problem, symptoms to watch out for and how best to manage a patient’s care.