FLJ37453
Familial Long QT Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide
Description:
Familial Long QT Syndrome (LQTS) is a rare inherited heart condition that affects the heart's electrical system. It causes a prolongation of the QT interval, the time it takes for the heart muscle to depolarize and repolarize. This delay can lead to abnormal heart rhythms, known as arrhythmias, which can be life-threatening.
Associated Diseases:
LQTS is often associated with other medical conditions, including:
- Sudden cardiac death
- Syncope (fainting)
- Seizures
- Congenital heart defects
- Deafness
- Autism spectrum disorder
Did you Know ?
The prevalence of LQTS is estimated to be around 1 in 2,000 people. However, it is believed that many cases go undiagnosed.
