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Torsades de pointes natural history, complications and prognosis
Introduction
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Overview
Overview
Although Torsades de Pointes (TdP) is a rare ventricular arrhythmia, it can degenerate into ventricular fibrillation, leading to death without rapid medical intervention. TdP is associated with long QT syndrome, a condition whereby prolonged QT intervals are visible on the ECG.
References
References
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