Who is gets broken heart syndrome?

Who is gets broken heart syndrome?

Broken heart syndrome mostly affects women (about 88%), especially in later middle age (after menopause; mean age range 58 to 77). One possible explanation is that the female hormone estrogen protects the heart against any harmful effects of hormones released in response to stress. As the level of estrogen declines with age, women might be more susceptible to the effects of sudden stress.