Fig. 1From: Can takotsubo cardiomyopathy be diagnosed by autopsy? Report of a presumed case presenting as cardiac ruptureMacroscopic and microscopic features of the ruptured heart. a The probe passes through the rupture site at the base of the right ventricle. There is significant pericardial hemorrhage. The tricuspid valve is seen centrally. b High power photomicrograph of the infarct showing myocardial necrosis and a heavy polymorphonuclear infiltrateBack to article page