Long QT syndrome
Long QT syndrome | |
Schematic representation of normal ECG trace (sinus rhythm), with waves, segments, and intervals labeled. | |
ICD-10 | I45.8 |
ICD-9 | 426.82 |
DiseasesDB | 11104 |
MeSH | D008133 |
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [2]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [3]
Synonyms and keywords: LQTS; long QT; lengthened QT interval; prolonged QT; Prolongation of the QT interval
Overview
Historical Perspective
Classification
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Long QT Syndrome from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
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Treatment
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