EP Fellows Curriculum: Brugada Syndrome-EP Fellows Curriculum: Brugada Syndrome

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The lecture discussed Brugada syndrome, a genetic condition that affects the electrical system of the heart and can lead to sudden death. The syndrome is characterized by specific changes in the electrocardiogram (EKG) known as the Brugada pattern. The lecturer discussed the diagnostic criteria for Brugada syndrome, which includes the presence of the Brugada pattern on the EKG and symptoms such as syncope or sudden cardiac arrest. The lecture also covered the genetics of Brugada syndrome, with mutations in the SCN5A gene being the most common cause. The lecturer discussed the management of Brugada syndrome, which includes risk stratification using EP studies, the use of medications such as quinidine to prevent arrhythmias, and the implantation of defibrillators in high-risk patients. The lecturer also discussed recent advances in the field, including the use of epicardial ablation to treat patients with recurrent arrhythmias. Overall, the lecture highlighted the importance of identifying and managing Brugada syndrome to prevent sudden death in affected individuals.

Keywords

Brugada syndrome

genetic condition

sudden death

Brugada pattern

diagnostic criteria

SCN5A gene

arrhythmias

defibrillators

epicardial ablation