Since there is no standard treatment for broken heart syndrome, the management strategy would follow that of a heart attack until the doctor is able to ascertain that one is having broken heart syndrome.
Once verified that it is due to broken heart syndrome, doctors may prescribe medications to help the heart pump better and reduce stress on the heart until the heart recovers. Managing stress using relaxation techniques can also be very useful for recovery.
Surgical procedures used for heart attacks, such as angioplasty or coronary artery bypass surgery, are not necessary as there is usually no blockage in patients with broken heart syndrome.
