Long QT Syndrome: An Issue of Cardiac Electrophysiology Clinics

by Priori, Silvia G., M.D., Ph.D.

• ISBN13: 9781455738359
• ISBN10: 1455738352
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-04-01
• Publisher: SAUNDERS W B CO

Summary

Long QT syndrome is a heart rhythm disorder that can cause fast, chaotic heartbeats. In some cases, long QT syndrome can cause sudden death. Long QT syndrome may result from a genetic mutation or be caused by certain medications and medical conditions. The condition is treatable with medication, surgery, or an implantable device. Because it may have serious consequences, it's important for electrophysiologists to know about long QT syndrome.

Table of Contents

Foreword: The "Goldilocks Principle": QT Interval-"Not Too Long, Not Too Short, Just Right"	p. ix
Preface: Long QT Syndrome: From Epidemiology to Molecular Genetics-The Disease that has Opened a New Chapter in Electrophysiology	p. xi
Long QT Syndromes: Genetic Basis	p. 1
Mechanisms Underlying Arrhythmogenesis in Long QT Syndrome	p. 17
Diagnostic Evaluation of Long QT Syndrome	p. 29
Age and Gender Modulation of the Long QT Syndrome Phenotype	p. 39
Risk Stratification in the Long QT Syndrome	p. 53
Long QT Syndrome in the Very Young: Fetal Life Through Infancy	p. 61
The Role of the Sympathetic Nervous System in the Long QT Syndrome: The Long Road from Pathophysiology to Therapy	p. 75
The Role of the Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator in the Long QT Syndrome	p. 87
How to Interpret Results of Genetic Testing and Counsel Families	p. 97
Index	p. 103
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