SHORT QT SYNDROME

Short QT syndrome channelopathy

• Short QT syndroms is an inherited disorder in which cardiac K and Ca ion channels are malfunctional.
• On ECG, there are shortened QT interval, little/no ST segment, and tall & peaked T wave.
• Short QT syndrome is associated with an increased risk of both atrial and ventricular arrhythmias.

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