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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