A Case of Torsades de Pointes Induced by Complete Atrioventricular Block and Hypokalemia
Korean Circulation Journal
;
: 220-223, 2004.
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in Korean
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ABSTRACT
Torsades de pointes (TdP) is a rare complication of a complete atrioventricular block with QT prolongation. Additional risk factors, such as hypokalemia, may increase the risk of TdP during atrioventricular (AV) block. We experienced a case of TdP, caused by a complete heart block and hypokalemia, which was successfully treated by implanting a permanent pacemaker and correction of the electrolyte imbalance.
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Main subject:
Risk Factors
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Torsades de Pointes
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Atrioventricular Block
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Heart Block
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Hypokalemia
Type of study:
Etiology study
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Risk factors
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Korean Circulation Journal
Year:
2004
Type:
Article
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