Brugada Syndrome

Authors: Sameera Ganti, Derek Heng Jiun Yi, Eunizar Omar / Editor: Tadgh Moriarty / Codes: / Published: 30/03/2023

Brugada syndrome is a congenital condition associated with sudden cardiac death. Patients can live for years without knowing they have the condition as well.

The aim of this session is to have a quick recap of Brugada syndrome, identify key ECG features for diagnosis and learn about managing patients with Brugada syndrome.

Learning objectives:

• Recap Brugada syndrome
• Understand the pathophysiology of Brugada syndrome
• Identify key features of history taking and physical examination findings
• Identify ECG changes and how to perform additional ECGs when in doubt
• Be familiar with condition and medications that can exacerbate the condition
• Know where to find more information when managing a patient with suspected/underlying Brugada syndrome.

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