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Brugada Syndrome -

Brugada pattern with one of the following:

  • Syncopal episode,
  • Documented VF,
  • Self-terminating polymorphic VT
  • A family history of SCD younger than 45
  • Evidence of St-segment elevation in family members

Caused by an autosomal-dominant genetic defect causing a dysfunction or loss of function of the sodium channel.

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Author: Tim Otter RRT - KS
Last Update:6/20/2008 6:01:26 AM

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