Complications

In rare cases, broken heart syndrome is fatal. However, most people who experience broken heart syndrome quickly recover and don't have long-lasting effects.

Other complications of broken heart syndrome include:

• Backup of fluid into your lungs (pulmonary edema)
• Low blood pressure (hypotension)
• Disruptions in your heartbeat
• Heart failure

It's also possible that you may have broken heart syndrome again if you have another stressful event. However, the odds of this happening are low.