(FIT)-Module 1, Workshop 1: Electrocardiographic/Electrophysiologic Correlation-London Case 7 Question

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Stephan, a 64-year-old man with a history of cardiac issues and recent sepsis, experienced a cardiac arrest during an outpatient visit. His potassium level was low at the time. Following resuscitation and the placement of an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD), his medications were adjusted, and he felt well a month later. The case revolves around understanding whether Stephan's cardiac arrest was due to acquired Long QT syndrome, potentially due to his medications or low potassium, and if genetic testing is needed. The likely conclusion is that he had acquired Long QT syndrome requiring no genetic testing.

Keywords

cardiac arrest

acquired Long QT syndrome

low potassium

Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator

medication-induced arrhythmia