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Brugada Syndrome Misdiagnosed As Acute Myocardial Infarction: A Case Report

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: Brugada syndrome (BrS) is an autosomal-dominant condition mainly caused by defects in sodium channels causing ST-segment elevation in electrocardiograms (ECGs) in the V1 and V2 precordial leads, with ventricular tachyarrhythmias due to premature ventricular contractions, which increases the risk of sudden cardiac death. BrS usually presents in adulthood, with an average age of presentation of 41 years. In this article, we describe a case of BrS diagnosed in a 36-year-old male having sudden cardiac arrest with no comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, smoking, or any valvular disease history. We then explain the ECG-based diagnosis, signs and symptoms, presentation at the emergency department, and treatment options.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.26998

Authors: Ahmad R. Khan, Salma Waqar, Amina Arif, Furqan Ul Haq, M. Isac Shah

Institution: Hayatabad Medical Complex

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4286229229