Jervell-Lange-Nielson syndrome
Congential QT prolongation
Facts
:
Autosomal recessive
Molecular defect in ion channels
History / PE
:
Congenital deafness
Syncopal episodes without post-ictal state
Diagnosis
:
QT interval prolongation
Treatment
:
Beta blockers
Notes
:
QT prolongation predisposes to
torsades de pointes
July 22nd 2010
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