Stress Cardiomyopathy Managed with Extracorporeal Support after Self-Injection of Epinephrine

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A 28-year-old man was admitted to the ICU for self-injection of Epinephrine.

This injection resulted in the rapid development of a catecholamine-induced cardiomyopathy (inverted Takotsubo) with a severe cardiogenic shock.

The importance of ventricular dysfunction required the implementation of a temporary arteriovenous circulatory support until the recovery of myocardial stunning.

This case allows redefining the role of circulatory assistance during cardiotropic agents intoxication.