Long QT syndrome
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| 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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Long QT syndrome is one of many causes of QT prolongation. For a review of QT prolongation in general, click here
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;
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
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Electrocardiogram | Chest X Ray | CT | MRI | Echocardiography or Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies