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.
Authors
- Catarina Martins Serra
- Sérgio Laranjo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2169-4024)
- Catarina Afonso
- Rita Vilar Queiros
- Débora A Mendes
Institutions
- Hospital de São José (PT)
- Administração Regional de Saúde de Lisboa e Vale do Tejo (PT)
- Centro De Medicina Veterinária Anjos De Assis (PT)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Cureus
- Published
- 2024-12-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.76430
- Primary Topic
- Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00