Long QT Syndrome: LQT3 Variant Presenting in a Bradycardic Newborn

Long QT Syndrome (LQTS) is a rare hereditary canalopathy, characterized by prolonged ventricular repolarization, which can lead to malignant tachyarrhythmias at a young age. Treatment typically involves healthy lifestyle changes and β-blocker therapy. In specific cases, the implantation of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) can be an option. In this report, we present the case of a newborn presenting with bradycardia in his initial screening examination, who was subsequently diagnosed with LQTS, specifically variant LQT3, a rare finding.

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Cureus
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2024-12-26
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.76430
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Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias
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Long QT Syndrome: LQT3 Variant Presenting in a Bradycardic Newborn

Catarina Martins Serra, Sérgio Laranjo, Catarina Afonso, Rita Vilar Queiros, Débora A Mendes
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Long QT Syndrome (LQTS) is a rare hereditary canalopathy, characterized by prolonged ventricular repolarization, which can lead to malignant tachyarrhythmias at a young age. Treatment typically involves healthy lifestyle changes and β-blocker therapy. In specific cases, the implantation of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) can be an option. In this report, we present the case of a newborn presenting with bradycardia in his initial screening examination, who was subsequently diagnosed with LQTS, specifically variant LQT3, a rare finding.

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