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Sudden unexplained death syndrome (SUDS)1 is rare in the young but when it occurs it is devastating for family and friends, and affects whole communities. That it can affect fit, athletic individuals and may be related to competitive sports only adds to the sense of incomprehension and injustice felt by wider society. In comparison with the older population, where sudden death is more common and…
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An estimated 180,000–300,000 sudden cardiac deaths (SCD) occur in the US annually.1,2 Worldwide, sudden and unexpected cardiac death is the most common cause of death,2 accounting for 17 million deaths every year with SCD accounting for 25% of these. The accepted definition of SCD is death that occurs within one hour of onset of symptoms in witnessed cases, and within 24 hours of last being seen…
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Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is usually defined as death due to cardiac causes occurring within 1 hour of the onset of symptoms. Unexplained sudden death occurring in an individual older than 1 year of age is known as 'sudden unexplained death syndrome'. Unexplained sudden death occurring in an individual younger than 1 year of age is known as 'sudden unexplained death in infancy'. SCD with…
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EHRA 23 - We are joined onsite by Prof Carlo Pappone (IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, IT) who outlines the key findings of the BRUGADA Randomized trial.
In a randomized controlled trial, 150 patients with Brugada syndrome were enrolled in to develop an evidence-based treatment for the condition. Patients were randomized in a 2:1 fashion to receive either catheter ablation treatment with an ICD, or…
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In this short interview, conducted at ESC 2022 in Barcelona, Prof David Duncker (Hannover Heart Rhythm Center, Hannover, DE) discusses the relevancy of sudden cardiac death risk, how the recent ESC guidelines protect patients, and considers recommendations for risk stratification.
Discussion topics:
1. Relevancy of sudden cardiac death risk
2. The recently published ESC guidelines
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The best clinical approach to managing asymptomatic patients with ventricular pre-excitation has yet to be established. The clinical benefit of identifying and treating asymptomatic patients at risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD) has been debated since catheter ablation became effective and safe for the treatment of accessory pathways (APs). Data supporting current recommendations are mostly…
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The link between sudden unexplained death in individuals with mental health problems who are administered antipsychotic drugs has been recognised for over a century.1 A clear relationship has emerged over the past 25 years between antipsychotic drugs, prolongation of the QT interval of the ECG, atypical polymorphic tachycardia known as torsade de pointes (TdP) and sudden cardiac death (SCD). A…
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Chagas disease is an important public health problem in Latin America. Almost 25% of the population (approximately 65 million individuals) are at risk of infection and another 6 million people are affected.1 However, migration and globalisation have resulted in the increased presence of Chagas disease worldwide, particularly in the US and Europe.
Chagas disease is caused by a parasite, the…
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